What is the charging current for starting a car battery?

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LaBeau
07/29/25 5:29pm
Car battery starting charging current is 6A. When the car engine is running, it drives the generator to operate. The electricity generated by the generator can power the car's electrical devices, while another portion of the electrical energy can charge the battery through a transformer. The car battery is an important component of a vehicle, providing power to the ignition system and storing electrical energy for the car. Also known as a storage battery, the car battery is a type of battery that works by converting chemical energy into electrical energy. Typically, the battery referred to is a lead-acid battery, which is mainly made of lead and its oxides, with an electrolyte of sulfuric acid solution. The normal service life ranges from 1 to 8 years, largely depending on the condition of the vehicle.
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