Did you know? Andreas Stihl patented the first electric chainsaw in 1926 and the first petrol chainsaw in 1929 — earning the title Father of the Chainsaw.
Did you know? Johan Petter Johansson invented the modern adjustable wrench (spanner) in 1892 while working at Bahco — the tool used by every tradesperson today.
Did you know? A British company that manufactures router cutters, saw blades, and the famous AirShield Pro — one of the first powered respirators for woodworkers.
Did you know? Invented the first portable circular saw in 1927 and pioneered the dust extraction system that is now standard in professional workshops.
Did you know? Started by making carbon-filament lamps. The Philips head screw was NOT invented by Philips — it was invented by Henry F. Phillips, a completely different person.
Did you know? One of the oldest British chemical manufacturers, originally producing turpentine substitute. Their wood preservers have protected UK homes for over 145 years.
Did you know? The name comes from "Cuprum" (Latin for copper) and "Naphthol" — copper naphthenate was the original wood preservative formula invented in 1911.
Did you know? British General (BG) has been the UK's go-to brand for electrical accessories since WWII. Their white moulded sockets are installed in millions of British homes.
Did you know? Originally a mail-order screws company called "Woodscrew Supply Company". Now the UK's largest multi-channel trade supplier with 870+ stores and same-day Click & Collect.
Did you know? Owned by Travis Perkins Group, Toolstation grew from a single store to 580+ branches in just 20 years — opening a new store almost every week.
Did you know? ITS (Industrial Tool Supplies) is one of the UK's largest independent tool retailers, known for competitive pricing and fast delivery across their 30+ trade counters.
Did you know? Named after founders Richard Block and David Quayle. B&Q opened the UK's first warehouse-style DIY store in 1980, changing how Britons shop for home improvement.
Did you know? A fast-growing online-only tool retailer specialising in premium brands like Milwaukee, Makita, and DeWalt with competitive pricing and expert product knowledge.
Did you know? Started as a small family business, Power Tool Mate has become one of the UK's most trusted online power tool specialists with over 100,000 satisfied customers.
Did you know? Tools4Trade is known for their detailed product videos and expert reviews, helping tradespeople make informed buying decisions before purchasing.
Did you know? Famous for their massive 25,000 sq ft flagship store in Devon — a destination for woodworkers worldwide. They manufacture their own brand of lathes and machinery.
Did you know? SGS specialises in air compressors, generators, and workshop equipment. They design and manufacture many products under their own brand name.
Did you know? Toolden has rapidly grown into a go-to online store for tradespeople, known for their clean website design, fast shipping, and excellent customer service.
Did you know? City Electrical Factors (CEF) is the UK's largest electrical wholesaler with over 450 trade counters. They hold £150M+ of stock for same-day availability.
Did you know? One of the oldest companies in the UK, Travis Perkins traces its origins to 1797. The group also owns Toolstation, Wickes, and several other major trade brands.
Did you know? Power Tool World is a family-run business that has grown into one of the North East's largest power tool retailers with a massive online catalogue.
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The lightweight Clarke IBC12/24 Intelligent Battery Charger can be used to rapidly charge all 12V and 24V lead-acid and 12V LiFeP04 batteries, delivering up to 15A of charge for a 12V battery, 8A of charge for a 24V battery and a massive 20A of charge using the Boost function to start vehicles. This ensures a rapid charge which saves valuable time for the user, with a standard 12V 160Ah battery being fully charged in just 12 minutes. Benefitting from crocodile clips and fly leads to suit most applications, the Intelligent Battery Charger provides a 10 step charging process to charge, maintain, repair, boost and supply batteries. The internal microprocessor allows for a 10 step charging process consisting of: Step 1: Analyse 1. Checks battery is connected to charger Step 2: Desulphation. A pulse charge to remove sulphate Step 3: Soft Start. Charges with a gradual increase in charging current Step 4: Controlled Current Charge. Adjusts the charging current as needed Step 5: Analyse 2. Conducts tests to ensure battery is absorbing charge Step 6: Constant Output Charge. Charges with constant voltage and compensates fake full charge caused by high current charging Step 7: Recovery Cycle Charge. Absorbs more charge and compensates side effects of reduced charging current Step 8: Absorption. Charges with constant trickle current for maximum battery voltage Step 9: Analyse 3. Tests if the battery can hold charge Step 10: Maintenance. Continuously monitors the battery and charges with trickle current once the voltage is lower than the threshold. This advanced process provides maximum charge and capacity to batteries, which may help prolong their life. Additionally, the battery charger benefits from convenient cable management which reduces the risk of trip hazards, and is wall mountable for easy storage in a home garage or workshop, keeping the work area tidy and saving on space. The interface of the Clarke IBC12/24 Intelligent Battery Charger takes a very complex process and simplifies it down for the user into four buttons (Type, Function, Voltage, On/Off) along with digital and LED display to identify when batteries are charged, making the product extremely user friendly. Safety is paramount with the Intelligent Battery Charger, utilising overload and overheat protection, reverse polarity protection, spark protection, and short circuit protection which ensures the user is safe at all times.
