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Re: [OM] Car Charger for 15V NiCd control pack ?

Subject: Re: [OM] Car Charger for 15V NiCd control pack ?
From: Mark Dapoz <md@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Sun, 8 Nov 1998 18:44:47 -0500 (EST)
> This is tough since the car electrical system is 12V, well actually closer
> to 13.8V, and to charge a 15V NiCad pack you need at least 18V.  So you
> need a circuit that would increase the voltage to at least 18V to cahrge
> the 15V battery.
> 
> It can be done, but it might not be practical.

Why not just use one of those inexpensive 120V inverters that are now
on the market.  That way you could use all of your Olympus AC powered
accessories on the road.  The inverters are certified for use with
electronic equipment so they must output something that reasonably
resembles a 60Hz sine wave.
                                -mark

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