Golf Cart Battery Chargers

Golf Cart Battery Chargers 

There are  two types of golf car battery chargers. They are 36-volt battery chargers and 48-volt battery chargers.The battery charger must match up with the golf car brand. They are not interchangeable.

If your golf car has a 36 volt electrical system, you need a 36-volt charger.  If your car has a modern 48-volt electrical system, then you need a 48 volt charger.  A charger must be kept in a dry location and protected from the rain.  

 
Golf cart chargers should always be plugged directly into a wall outlet.  In an emergency if you need to use an extension cord, you may use a 10 gauge wire extension cord.

When the charger is running, look for these signs to see if it is working:

• It may have either a gauge or lights indicating that it’s charging. 
• There may be a slight humming noise, the outside case is warm, and if you put your fingers lightly on the outside case you can feel a slight vibration.   
• You could use a volt ohm meter, and see how many volts the charger is putting into the batteries.   

A simple volt ohm meter can be purchased for under $20. For a 36-volt system you might see voltages from 38 volts to 43 volts. For a 48-volt charger you might see 50 volts to 55 volts. 

The Golf Car Connection repairs battery chargers. Don't hesitate to call us if you have any questions or concerns at 954-946-8008 or email info@golfcar.com.

Golf Cart Batteris: 36-volt & 48-volt Batteries

Golf Cart Batteries: 36-volt and 48-volt systems

Golf carts use deep cycle batteries which means they provide a steady current over a long period of time, as opposed to normal car batteries that provide a very large current over a short period of time.

 

For many years all golf carts worked on a 36 volt electrical system.  This system has fallen out of favor.  For the last ten years almost all golf carts work on a modern 48 volt system.  

How do you know if your golf car has a 36 volt electrical system?  When you fill your batteries with water notice how many holes each battery has.  If your batteries have 3 holes you have a 36-volt electrical system.
Each battery is 6 volts, and there are 6 batteries hooked up in series in the car.
Therefore 6 volts x 6 batteries = 36 volts.

Note: you need the appropriate battery charger for a 36-volt or 48-volt system.

Email info@golfcar.com for more about golf cart batteries and other golf cart parts.

Buying a Windshield for Your Golf Cart

When you are in the market to purchase a windshield for a golf cart, there are 2 types of windshields: A fixed windshield and a fold-down windshield.

In warmer climates the fold down windshield is more popular.  When the weather is pleasant the windshield can be folded down so you get that fresh air feeling like driving  a convertible car.  When the weather is inclement you fold up the windshield so you are protected from the elements.

The weakest link in a fold-down windshield is the hinge. If the hinge should break, you need to purchase a new windshield. If you park the golf car outdoors, try to have the windshield facing north, to minimize it's exposure to sunlight. The sun's ultra violet rays will damage the hinge.  

In a cooler climate a fixed windshield may be a more practical option. You will be protected from the elements all the time. This type of windshield will last longer than the fold-down style because there isn’t a hinge. 

Clear windshields are more common than tinted windshields.

The Golf Car Connection in Pompano Beach, FL has been selling windshields and other golf car parts and accessories since 1981. We are happy to answer your golf cart parts and maintenance questions. Call (954) 946-8008 or email us at info@golfcar.com.