When choosing a starter battery, car owners often prefer AKOM factory products. Bravo batteries are considered almost the best calcium batteriesare distinguished by reliability and high performance.
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Battery manufacturer Akom Bravo
AKOM factory, located in Russia, Zhigulevsk, is engaged in the production of starter batteries. The AKOM CJSC company is considered to be Russian-Spanish, it produces products under various trademarks - this is primarily “AutoFan"," Bravo ","AKOM". The main production is carried out on high-tech equipment brought from European countries - Italy, Germany, Spain and America.
Today, the company occupies a leading position in the Russian market. Akom has set a high enough bar for the production of calcium batteries. Once every 3 years, employees of the plant, the company undergo a mandatory external audit. The products undergo multi-stage control for compliance with generally accepted GOSTs.
Where are Bravo batteries used?
Bravo batteries are designed for vehicles of domestic and foreign manufacture, which is distinguished by a standard package of options. The products comply with Western automotive standards (ISO TS 16949-2002). The batteries are designed for the operation of cars and trucks equipped with a sufficiently large number of electrical consumers. According to the manufacturer’s description, such battery systems are best used when traveling long distances.
Applied Technologies and Features
The main battery production is carried out according to the technologies on which the enterprise relies Tudor corporations EXIDE. Thanks to the use of modern expensive equipment, the manufacturer uses advanced Ca / Ca (Calcium-Calcium) technology.
The essence of the technology is that in such batteries in the manufacture of plates, calcium is used instead of antimony. The plate lattice is created by plastic formation of a lead tape, which is subsequently stretched and perforated. Lead product is less susceptible to corrosion, therefore, its service life is significantly increased.
Important! Ca / Ca technology completely eliminates the use of antimony in the production of lead alloys.
Thanks to the latest production technologies, all products have several advantages compared to conventional batteries, the main feature is that:
- managed to improve the specific capacity of the units;
- improved charging current reception;
- battery specifications last up to 1.5 years after the official release date;
- the electrolyte level remains stable for the entire operational period.
Calcium power sources are considered low-maintenance, batteries practically do not require additional maintenance.
Technical characteristics of a model range
The manufacturer provides its customers with a line of calcium batteries of the Bravo range, which includes products for trucks and cars. Products have reverse and direct polarity.
High warranty period - for cars - 2 years, trucks - 1 year. Differ in the minimum level of self-discharge, a small expense of water. In general, the units remain resistant to increased voltage and vibration.
Technical table
| Marking | Capacity, Ah | Starting current, A | Dimensions | Weight, kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6ST-55 | 55 | 430 | 242x175x190 | 14.3 |
| 6ST-60 | 60 | 480 | 242x175x190 | 15 |
| 6ST-74 | 74 | 650 | 278x175x190 | 18.2 |
| 6ST-90 | 90 | 760 | 278x175x190 | 22 |
| 6ST-140 | 140 | 890 | 278x175x190 | 38 |
| 6ST-190 | 190 | 1100 | 524x239x223 | 46 |
Each battery enters the market in a flooded state (with electrolyte), fully charged, that is, ready for immediate use. Products are considered durable, characterized by high inrush current, reliability. For convenience of transportation it has a reliable plastic handle. Standard terminals are located on the top cover of the case.
Note! On the official website of the company http://akom.su/, the manufacturer states that calcium batteries can operate up to 6 years, under conditions of proper maintenance and operation.
Service and Charging
When charging, maintenance of Bravo calcium batteries, you need to remember the minuses of the units:
- categorically do not tolerate deep discharges, that is, the charge should not be lower than 11.8 V;
- start to boil at high voltage, more than 15v.
The initial voltage of the charged unit is 12.8 V, with a decrease of 0.3 V, charging is necessary. If the voltage index drops by 0.8 V, then irreversible destruction processes are started inside the unit. If the indicator drops by 1.1 V, then the density cannot be restored. Therefore, it is important to constantly monitor the condition of the unit, especially if it is used when driving for short distances, with frequent stops.
They charge the Bravo battery using direct voltage and direct current. The current strength at constant voltage is different, with the second charging method it is 10% of the nominal capacity of the unit.
When buying a serviced unit, you need to prepare for the fact that from time to time you have to add water. To do this, remove the lid, unscrew the cork and add water to each individual can.
How to find out the release date and decrypt the code
Having examined the top of the cover, you can see the marking of the release date - this is a six-digit code with a letter. The first 2 digits - the month, the second 2 - determine the year of manufacture, the third 2 - the day of the month. A work shift is encrypted under the letter. For example, 111828A - “11” - November, “18” - 2018, “28” - the number, change “A”, that is, November 28, 2018.
Did you have or have a battery Bravo? Then tell us in the comments about your impressions about him, this will greatly help other motorists and will make the material more complete and accurate.
Reviews
Nikolay Bastrakov, 63 years old, Moscow
3 years went by Zhiguli with a Bravo battery (capacity 55). I can say one thing - the unit is just for those who want to get average quality for average money. In the fourth year, my battery has expired.
Kirill Andreevich, 46 years old, Mogilev
Bravo took 60 a / h, on the "Skoda". For a year now, no problems, it starts even at minus 30. The only drawback is that in winter, you have to recharge the unit every month, but the manufacturer clearly prescribes this with the instruction manual.
Bravo 74ach batteries have been paired with Mitsubishi Kanter 4.2l for 6 years and only this year at minus 37 one battery bank froze on the ground. I am very pleased with the batteries and I will take these as a replacement. The fact that the bank froze was my fault, in the fall did not check the density and did not swap the battery.
In 13, he took the bodice Solano 1, the battery was from the factory. Bravo 55ka, worked without problems until February 19, until it fell ill and didn’t fall on sick leave for 9 days, all this time the car stood, did not start, the sick leave was closed on Friday. on Saturday decided to go on business, came, but the car will not start, well, I think.I got the battery, I open the hood, and the battery is bloated - I realized that one can was frozen. Well, I think we arrived, thank God the day off, otherwise I would not have gotten to work. I removed the battery from the car, brought it home, I’ll defrost it, I think I’ll try to charge it But on an Internet I began to search for a new battery, I was looking for the same one. Akb warmed up, charged, thought that the frozen bank would crumble, but nothing bad happened, put it on the car, and about a miracle the car started up, I still drive in the yard in September 2019, but I keep in mind that it will be necessary to buy a new one if the battery ginger again. There is a sticker on the acb that says that the acb is made according to GOST R 53165-2008, if you could attach a photo, you would attach a review for reality. To be honest, I myself did not expect this!
The purchase did not disappoint. I read and saw a lot of reviews about Akom, but until you train yourself, you won’t make any definite conclusions. I took it for the winter, I think it will survive. God forbid there will be no severe colds.
Yes, an ordinary battery, just domestic production. He sat down once when he listened to music without starting an hour 3. Here he was to blame, so no complaints.
I’ve been using the 55th Bravo for four years, only spring-autumn (Lada classic). I recharge it in winter 1 time in 2 months. During this time I poured water twice. The density of the pores is 1.25-1.27. With a load fork for 5 seconds. Holds 10.5v. I don’t know when it "grunts" but so far it’s normal!