The Tornado 30000 charger charges 6/12/24 volt led acid and lithium batteries. It also includes 12V and 24V constant power supply modes. It’s an intelligent charger with nine stages and a lead acid battery repair mode.
In this part one video, I review the main features of this versatile battery charger from TOPDON. Then perform multiple tests, including powering high amp DC tools, charging lithium batteries, and using the 12V lead acid repair mode. Everything worked well except for my 12V VIAIR air compressor. The Tornado charger would run its compressor but die when the air hose was turned on.
Fair Disclosure: The review sample was sent free of charge. However, I didn’t receive any monetary compensation for the video.
Tornado 30000 Review Part 1 – Features & Initial Testing
Stay tuned as I plan to use the Tornado 30000 charger over the next few months and return with a part two video containing a longer-term review.
Part 2 – Long-Term Update & Teardown Video
I’ve used the Toronado 30000 battery charger from TOPDON for almost two years, mainly for lithium but also for 6-volt lead acid batteries on my boat. The repair function does a great job with a long-term equalization process that rejuvenates older batteries. Beyond charging, it’s a useful power supply, outputting 30 amps at 12 volts, perfect for high-current DC devices. It handles different battery types and voltages with ease, stepping up amperage in stages to reach its full 31.5 amps for lithium.
The charger’s build quality is overall pretty decent. The cable’s hard plastic stress relief might be an issue long-term. Internally, it’s well-designed with necessary certifications and easy to repair if needed. If you’re just charging lithium-type batteries, it might be overkill, but for mixed battery use and needing a stable 12/24VDC power supply, it’s a solid choice.
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- TOPDON Website
- Amazon
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