Thankfully, charging an electric skateboard has never been easier. If you’ve ever charged your smartphone’s battery, you already know what you’re doing here. However, there are a few things to keep in mind, so I’ve put together a short guide for confirmation.
Pick up the charger (if you just received a new electric skateboard, it’s in the package). When you connect the charger to the main power supply, you will see a green light on the charger itself, indicating that it is connected to the power supply.
The charging port on the board depends on the model, but there is no doubt that it is on the underside of the board where the motor and battery are located. If you can’t find it, you can refer to the manual, but it’s usually easy to find.
When you plug in the cable, most models will have a red light on the charger to let you know that the battery is charging. When charging is complete, it will return to green to let you know that it is full. Lithium-ion batteries charge non-linearly, but it’s worth remembering if you’re in a hurry. So if you’re in a hurry, you can probably charge 80% with about 20% of your total charge. time.
Keep in mind that most companies offer faster chargers than standard chargers for higher charging rates.
The Battery Of An Electric Skateboard
For each charge, each board has a completely different time frame in which the battery can be used between charges. This is commonly known as the range, as the distance traveled on a single charge before the battery needs to be recharged. The range of electric skateboards usually depends greatly on the size of the skateboard battery. Inexpensive e-skateboards may not have as high-quality batteries as midrange and premium boards, so be sure to read the reviews before you buy.
Battery size has the greatest impact on onboard weight. Most small boards range from 10 to 14 miles, but boards specifically built for long distances can manage over 20 miles. To check the range of lithium-ion batteries, you need to refer to the manual of the board. In fact, it’s highly recommended to do this before leaving home!
With regard to battery life, if properly maintained, lithium-ion batteries will last for 300 to 1000 charge cycles everywhere. You need to identify a particular model. Based on a daily usage, the usage before it needs to be replaced is about 1 to 3 years. However, if you use your electric skateboard only on weekends, you may be able to use it for more than 10 years with a single battery.
General E-Skateboard Charging Questions
If you have other questions about electric longboard skateboard batteries and chargers, here are some frequently asked questions to help you get rid of the ambiguity.
What Happens If I Use Another Charger?
Never use a charger other than the one you received on your electric skateboard. If damaged, buy a new charger for the manufacturer-approved battery.
Chargers other than the original are not compatible with electric skateboards. Using other chargers may reduce battery performance, life, and capacity.
Cost To Charge An Electric Skateboard
The cost of charging an electric skateboard depends on the capacity of the battery and the electricity bill. The battery capacity of various electric skateboards is 95-576 WH (watt/hour). Also, electricity charges vary from place to place. However, charging an electric skateboard costs up to 18 cents (USD) on average.
What Is The Charging Frequency Of An Electric Skateboard?
The charging time required depends on the range of the electric skateboard, battery capacity, and frequency of use. Charging frequency is different for regular skateboarders and occasional skateboarders. If you go for a ride every day, your electric skateboard needs to be recharged more often. If you use it daily, you can charge it once a week, but you can’t use it for a long time.
However, this does not mean that charging is not required when not in use. Charge the battery even if you are not using an electric skateboard. On average, it should be charged once every 4-6 months. It is important to keep the battery condition up to 40-50%. Failure to do this will shorten the battery life cycle.
Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries have a limited span and continuously lose capacity. The capacity of the battery decreases with each charge, and when the battery reaches 80% of its original capacity, the battery is considered to have reached the end of its useful life.
Conclusion
You need to pay attention to the battery and charging time of your electric skateboard. You can extend capacity and life by following the charging tips above. Your electric skateboard is nothing without its battery. Be sure to maintain it properly.