What type of cable or device is recommended for jumping an uncharged battery while using the in-the-trunk port(female, 12V) of a second car?
817234
Dont use this to jump a car, it will catch on fire, may kill you. I only use this in a solar project..
817235
I have only used this to run an air-compressor off of a battery charger. I don't know how it would work actually charging a car battery. Theoretically it could work but I don't think the wires are heavy enough. Have a fire extinguisher close at hand.
1738189
This depends on the amp load necessary for the jump. In most cases, I would say no. These cables are designed for two amps. Jumping can require up to 600-1000 amps and would likely melt the cable. M/C and ATV batteries require less but likely still more than this cable is capable of sustaining. Since ATVs and motorcycles use low amp alternators, it would likely work as a charger allowing the running vehicle to charge the dead battery. This would not work for large vehicles (cars, trucks, etc.) as their alternators put out 60 - 150 amps.
1315306
Any cable will work. I use the "Y" all the time in the car but mainly use the TYLT Cable that has the extra USB outlet not sure the model number but it's really cool...
1454380
There are out there but they won't work. I can suggest to you if you have a car jumpstarter that has a 12 volt socket which is rated 200Watts and more, then you can use it inside the house. I tried four ac to dc inverters already but they won't work. Those jumpstarter range from 80 to more than a hundred dollars each. If you can find an inverter that will work with this please tell me.
2084929
I would just buy a inexpensive battery charger one that you could on a car i assume you have a 12VDC battery or check the amphere ( current) on the current battery and buy a battery with the samw specificationa but you still need a charger
1633297
The car has 2 battery compartments. You need an adaptor to connect both at the same time.
1555953
It depends in how good the signal is. If it's spotty, the battery won't last. You can get a charger for your car. It uses a regular mini USB cable.
1586134
Just think of this as an extension cord. The standard battery tender comes with maybe a 6 ft cable to connect to your battery. If your car id not close to an outlet, you may be out of luck. I bought this extension because my battery tender plugged into my outside outlet in my car port would not reach my truck where I have it parked. The 25 foot cable allowed me to add it to the standard cable that comes with the charger and attach it to my battery in my truck. I love having the extra cable, plus, it's not really that expensive.
434183
This particular model has alligator clamps that attach to car battery terminals. As far as I know, that's the only way you can use it. However, there is/are at least one other model that can be plugged into a regular electrical receptacle. I don't think you can get one that does both. But I bought this one because it puts out more pressure coming from the battery. And will always have power if you need it when with the car. Somewhere else, you might not have electrical access.
1708207
I don't think you can, unless the trunk opens from the inside, otherwise the cable might be too short to reach the trunk from the outside... Sorry!
1040692
It should be able to jump start any 12-volt vehicle. Make sure to keep it charged when not being used.
2084462
I not sure but we have never damaged a charger by accidently hooking it to the battery wrong. You would more likely risk explosion or damage to the battery or sensitive electronics in the vehicle you are jump starting.
2251449
#2/0 gauge black stranded starter cable would work best, especially if you're looking at a seven foot run. (I have three of these units and use #2 gauge on all of them.) Such is available at most any local auto parts store, but am not certain if they come in seven foot lengths. Be certain you use a deep-cycle marine battery. Just today I purchased one at a local Walmart; needed it as a back-up. (See Raymond R's comment below.)
1559561
It's designed to be used with portable jump starting devices that usually have a cigarette lighter port on them. I've also used mine with a cigarette lighter to battery adapter like this one - http://www.amazon.com/Roadpro-Battery-Clip-On-Cigarette-Lighter/dp/B00065L2D8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1383415417&sr=8-1&keywords=battery+cigarette+lighter+adapter - I've used it with either a motorcycle or car battery sitting on the floor of the car. If you use the battery sitting on the floor of the car method, be sure to triple check the polarity before plugging the cable into the OBD port in the car.
1504999
Anything that supplies USB power will work. Comes with a full size USB to Mini USB cable as well as the car lighter power adapter to Mini USB.
1301801
Get a jump starter that had the cigarette lighter outlet on the side. My grill came with the plug for that power source.
469124
If you can, use LMR-400 (though it will be a pain to route in a regular car). The smaller you go from here, the 'lossier' the cable will become.