The cut-off voltage refers to the voltage ranges (activation) where the charge controller decouples the load or solar array from the battery. The phase is cut off when the charge controller (a voltage and/or current regulator) disconnects the load from the battery, and the voltage is activated. In order for customers to use their batteries to their full potential, the manufacturer establishes the battery’s cut off voltage. This voltage varies from one battery to another and is dependent on the type of battery being used.
What Happens to Devices With High Cut-Off Voltage?
Devices with overly high cut off voltages can stop functioning even while the battery has a significant amount of usable capacity. This phenomenon is known as premature voltage cut-off. Devices like laptops, cell phones, medical devices, power tools, hybrid vehicles, and other portable devices are some of the gadgets that experience premature voltage cut offs.
What are Some Examples of Cut-Off Voltage?
These are some examples-
- NiMH or NiCd battery-1.0V
- Single-cell Lithium-ion-3.3V
- Alkaline battery-0.9 V
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