F.A.Q.

Q. What are the dimensions of the battery/capacitor pack? A. The dimension of the SCBP (Super Capacitor Battery Pack) is approximately 7" x 12" x 23".

Q. What are the dimensions of the Electrocharger™ motor? A. 6” in diameter and 6” long.

Q. How much does the system weigh (the Electrocharger™ and SCBP)? A. ElectrochargerTM = 15 lbs. SCBP = 55 lbs.

Q. What gauge wiring is needed between the capacitor and the Electrocharger™? A. Wiring is provided and is #2 gauge.

Q. What controls are used to invoke the use of the Electrocharger™? A. There is a MAP sensor or throttle position sensor.

Q. Can the Electrocharger™ be used to replace the starter motor as well as function as a torque-booster? A. Yes, but this requires the throttle position sensor.

Q. What is rpm range for the Electrocharger™? A. 0-15K rpm.

Q. Please tell me exactly how this Electrocharger™ works. A. Please see the previous introduction & technical page.

Q. Is this a motor that torques the crankshaft into spinning faster, regardless of ignition timing? A. This motor turns the crankshaft, but operates independent of ignition timing.

Q. Is the Electrocharger™ tuned to the engine, so that the cylinders will not fire too soon? A. The engine takes care of itself. The Electrocharger™ is autonomous.

Q. Is the Electrocharger™ a performance upgrade? A. Yes, it decreases your 0-60 time by a minimum of 3 seconds and sheds at least 3 seconds off your 1/4 mile time, over stock vehicle performance.

Q. Does it bolt on to other cars? A. Yes, it bolts on to ANY vehicle. The only vehicle specific items needed are the mounting brackets and bolts.

Q. Does the Electrocharger™ have a 12v output to take over the alternators job? A. Actually it is a 13.2v output to replace the alternator output and operate all vehicle systems.

Q. What kind of effect does the Electrocharger™ have on crankshaft bearings, if any? A. None whatsoever, OEM engineers have told us there is no concern for crankshaft wear issues.

Q. What is the capacity of the Capacitors? A. Battery power is approximately 1.2Kw and Ultra Capacitor power is approximately 30Kw.

Q. How long does the Electrocharger™ ‘boost’ for? A. Up to 2 minutes, continuously if necessary, however most acceleration events are considerably less. In almost all performance driving situations the Electrocharger™ never runs out of power.

Q. Have you thought about further integration as an economy upgrade? A. Yes, the Fleet Vehicle option is fuel-economy oriented.

Q. Do you have any dyno results? A. We will have the Electrocharger™ dyno information within the next few months and we will keep you posted with the results.

Q. What controls the unit? A. A sophisticated computerized controller that monitors several vehicle and Electrocharger™ vehicle functions. This controller is programmable, to a limited extent, which allows each independent vehicle owner to modify the settings to fit their individual and unique taste.

Q. Do you have any more pics? A. Additional pictures will be forthcoming. Look for the Electrocharger™ to be featured in many popular magazines and upcoming trade shows!

Q. Doesn't the Electrocharger™ cause excessive loading of the crankshaft bearings? A. No, as previously mentioned OEM engineers have told us there is no concern for crankshaft wear issues.

Q. Since the Electrocharger™ replaces the alternator does this mean that your car is no longer running with an alternator, or does the new unit supply enough charging power to replace the alternator? A. The Electrocharger™ can provide more power than your alternator, to power aftermarket computer, audio and video systems.

Q. Can the unit work in an installation where your unit may replace another belt driven pump, such as power steering? A. If necessary, but this would require custom brackets, which is typically not necessary.

Q. What does your future applications list look like (what can I expect)? A. Vehicle applications will be added as demand requires. in the meantime you can adapt the universal system to your vehicle by making your own brackets.

Q. What size engines will you be looking to? A. All 4-cylinder to V-8 vehicles.

Q. What's governing your applications (engine parameters)? A. There are none.

Q. Heavier on "Domestic" or "Import"? A. There are no preferences; it is purely demand-based for our vehicle specific kits.

Q. Does the Electrocharger™ act as a DC Generator, or an AC alternator? A. Actually its neither and a little bit of both. The current generated by the ElectrochargerTM is an alternating DC current that is filtered to act more like a DC generator.

Q. Does the Electrocharger™ act as an alternator also? A. It acts as an alternator to power your vehicles electrical system and to charge the SCBP when necessary.

Q. Is the Electrocharger™ safe to use with turbo and nitrous? A. The Electrocharger™ works in conjunction with your supercharges, turbochargers and nitrous oxide systems.

Q. Do you sell the install brackets separately and can I still utilize the same Electrocharger™ after I change engines or buy another car? A. Yes.

Q. Do you have any performance charts that show 1/4 mile times with stock configuration and with Electrocharger™? A. We will have the Electrocharger™ dyno information within the next few months and we will keep you posted with the results.

Q. How long has the Electrocharger™ product been on the market? A. It was introduced at the SEMA show 2003 and will be reintroduced at SEMA 2004 with our new SR motor and Lithium-Ion battery pack.

Q. Do you have a brochure? Can you e-mail it? A. Because we have changed our motor and battery pack technology we will have our new brochures available at a later date. Currently, all info is posted on this website.

Q. What is the background on the Electrocharger’s™ development to the product today? A. A portion of the development work and patent work predates 1994 and in 1997 a prototype vehicle was built and tested with much success. Finally, in 2003 battery and motor technology evolved to make the system commercially viable for the aftermarket.

Q. Does the Electrocharger™ cause the engine to run lean when it is activated? A. No, it does not affect the engine fuel injection or ignition systems.

Q. Is the Electrocharger™ wired differently in different cars of different model years or is the difference in how it is attached to the block as well as crank pulley size and belt length? A. The difference is in how it is attached to the block as well as the crank pulley size and belt length.

Q. Is the Electrocharger™ worth the money? A. When you combine your income tax write off and fuel economy savings, the Electrocharger™ pays for itself relatively quickly depending on driving habits. Check out our tax deduction page please.

Q. How much does the Electrocharger™ cost? A. Estimated retail is $2800.00 USD.

Q. How wide is the belt? A. 17mm.

Q. What other upgrades would I need to have to add more power with the system? A. The new product we are expecting to introduce next year will be an upgrade for the Electrocharger™ that allows you to add 15PSI of boost to the engine. Giving you up to an additional 200HP, but in a sophisticated intelligent manner. Keep watching the website for more details.

Q. What can I expect if I was to install an Electrocharger™ in my car? A. A real kick in the ass when you step on the gas pedal.

Q. What kind of parasitic drag does the Electrocharger™ have on the engine when not in use? A. The same amount as a standard alternator, which is roughly 5-10 HP depending on the electrical load.

Q. How does the Electrocharger™ know when to "kick in" and "shut off"? A. The system monitors engine load and reacts appropriately.

Q. Is the power only full on/off or is the power applied varied according to load? A. The power is applied according to engine load requirements. i.e. wide open throttle results in maximum power applied.

Q. If I install the Electrocharger™ on my car, do I void my manufacturer’s warranty? A. No, Magnuson Moss Warranty Act provides for the sanctity of your warranty coverage. Check out our warranty page please.

Q. How well does it do at higher speeds? Say, cruising on flat roads at 35 mph and 65 mph. If you "punch it" at these speeds, will you notice the power lacking at 65, or will it be just as strong as at 45? A. It is equally powerful at any speed.

Q. Does the battery pack hold enough power to make the Electrocharger™ useful for actual driving around, say, hilly areas, or is it mainly just for "drag racing" type applications? A. It is designed for street performance use; however, for drag racing applications the Electrocharger™ can be upgraded to provide more power.

Q. How far can you drive on the battery? A. The system is not designed to power the vehicle exclusively.

Q. I am concerned about mileage after installation. A. The ElectrochargerTM, while providing additional torque, doesn't burn extra gasoline to provide that power. Also, the customer doesn't need to switch from 89 octane to 91 octane gasoline.

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