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There are many third-party vendors that sell the same meter as their competitors, just branded differently. This review covers the different varieties, sizes, and features available and selects the best value items from the hundreds available.
An electric golf cart needs a meter to alert the driver that it is time to head home and recharge. They are inexpensive and easy for the do-it-yourselfers to install. This is a list of top performers in the electrical accessories category. Enjoy!
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Top | Battery Monitor, DROK 10-100V Digital Battery Capacity Tester, Percentage Level Voltage Temperature Switch Meter Gauge 12V 24V 36V 48V LCD Display Marine RV Battery Power Indicator Panel | PrimeEligible | Check This Item On Amazon | |
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Top | Cococart 48V LED Battery Indicator Meter Gauge for EZGO Club Golf Cart Yamaha Car Marine Jet Ski | PrimeEligible | Check This Item On Amazon | |
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Top | ProPower PRO12-48M 48 Volt Battery Indicator, Meter for EZGO, Yamaha, Club Car - Golf Cart | Prime | Check This Item On Amazon | |
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Top | 48 Volt EZGO LED Battery Meter Indicator Gauge for EZGO Car Golf Cart/Trojan Batteries (48V-EZGO/Trojan Batteries) | PrimeEligible | Check This Item On Amazon | |
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Top | 36 Volt Golf Cart Battery Meter-State Of Charge Meter | Prime | Check This Item On Amazon | |
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Top 10 Meters Reviewed
This is a list of the meters listed above with the details of the products reviewed
- APPLICABLE BATTERY --- DROK digital battery monitor is suitable for 10-100V (12v 24v 36v 48v 60v 72v 96v) lithium battery, lead-acid battery, lithium iron phosphate battery, Ni MH battery. Default 12 volt lead acid battery.
- APPLICATION --- this multimeter can be used as battery voltage meter, battery capacity tester and temperature indicator panel for car, marine, RV, boat, etc.
- PROTECTION --- the battery power detector comes with protective shell, dustproof waterproof surface; input reverse connection protection.
- LCD DISPLAY --- the battery status reader adopts clear LCD color screen, displays battery capacity, voltage, temperature value(switched by the key).
- ALARM --- if low voltage, red indicator flashes and buzzer alarms.
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Pros: This is an easy-to-use, highly configurable meter. The display is bright and easy to see and the range of colors makes it simple to check the condition of your battery charge from any angle. It is very accurate once the base voltage is set and is a small footprint in the dashboard.
Cons: Higher than usual failure rate. Users found the instructions confusing.
- Material: ABS Waterproof: IP65
- High reliability, low cost and compact size. Suitable for lead-Acid battery.
- Works with 48V Lead-Acid Batteries in Golf Carts, Forklifts, Trucks, RVs, ATVs, UTVs, Scooters, Boats and More
- Capacity: 1 Red 2 Yellow 7 Green color LED for indicato
- Note: C pin of the meter must be connected with the + pole of battery. When it connects with the battery, the meter will display full. After 155 seconds, it will display real battery level segment.
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Pros: This unit works fairly well and is easy to install. Some people find the display a little hard to read but for the price, pretty good unit.
Cons: The unit is a little bit fragile and installation should be done carefully. The advertised image does not show that only one bar at a time lights up.
- For use on all lead acid batteries including Exide, Trojan, Interstate and private label brands
- Check compatibility before ordering. See Description below.
- Normally Open and Normally closed internal relays with 200 ma capability
- Fits 2 cutout. Outside diameter 2.25.
- Can be connected all of the time or switched on and off.
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Pros: This unit draws 20 milliamperes of power and could be left on full-time with minimal battery drain. It uses a 2-inch holland the bezel is 2.25” making it a small use of dashboard space. This is for 48 volts only.
Cons: can be difficult to see in broad daylight. When received, it had no instructions and requires a lot of guesswork.
- 48 Volt LED Battery Indicator Meter Gauge Made Specifically for EZGO Golf Cart / Trojan Batteries.
- Works On 48V Trojan Batteries ONLY and NOT Works On Standard Lead Acid Batteries and Trolling Motor Batteries.
- At a 90% battery discharge, the red and yellow LEDs will alternately flash to indicate a very low voltage capacity is remining.
- Make sure your C terminal is either connected to the Battery + or a Key switch, Othersise, Meter will scan from full to empty then shuts off.
- 2 Years Warranty.
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Pros: A 48v only meter the features a flashing alarm at 90% discharge to prevent battery damage. The three terminals are a positive and negative and a common for unit power.
Cons: EZGO specific, do not purchase for other models as this may not perform.
- 52mm (2 1/16) Round State of Charge meter
- Made in the USA
- Comes with mounting hardware(U-bracket, nuts and washers) to mount into any 52mm hole
- Fits all 36 volt carts
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Pros: This is a basic 36V meter that will require a separate on/off switch if you want to eliminate the small battery drain. Easy to read dial and budget-friendly.
Cons: Installation is a bit challenging for some customers. Not configurable since it is an analog readout, and end-user must take note of the needle position when the batteries are at the ready-to-be-charged point since some carts will show in the lower green.
Pros: This is an accurate meter rated up to 140v and you can’t beat the price. The drain on the batteries is small but should be on a switch if the cart is left for long periods. Bright display. They have top-notch customer support.
Cons: This unit usually arrives with no instructions, and should be test-wired before cutting a hole in the dash.
Top Rated For Function And Price
- OPERATING VOLTAGE --- DC 8-63V, can be adjusted to 12V, 24V, 36V, 48V according to the battery voltage.
- APPLICABLE BATTERY TYPE --- 12V/24V/36V/48V lead acid battery, ternary lithium battery, polymer lithium-ion battery, 3-15 series lithium-ion battery, storage battery, water battery, etc.
- APPLICATION --- golf cart; power bank; medical device, electromobile, self-balance car, motorcycle, etc.
- DISPLAY --- clear blue LCD displays battery level icon and battery capacity percentage.
- NOTE --- 1). Doesnt come with rear cover. 2). The set battery specification should match the applied battery, otherwise the meter will display 0 or 100%.
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Pros: Simple and easy to read is how I would describe this unit. The price is excellent and once set, is fairly accurate. You can bracket mount this or mount it using a small hole for just the connector (if you don’t mind it not being flush with the surface.)
Cons: Users have some confusion during the initial installation. The meter will read 100% unless the following is done prior to the permanent installation.
- Power off the Cart
- Hold the button down on the back of the meter.
- While holding down the button turn on the power. The LCD will display a 2-digit code letting you know what it is currently set to monitor.
- Press the button to scroll to the correct setting for your battery (the chart is in the instructions). 12v=P1 24v=P2 36v=P3 48v=P4 etc.
- After the correct code is displayed, turn off the power.
- Turn the power back on. The meter will now display the correct battery level.
- Wide Working Voltage Range: This battery monitor can tolerate widest working voltage range (DC 6-63V).Can be adjusted to 12V, 34V, 36V, 48V according to the battery voltage.Powered by tested circuit, don’t need extra power source.
- PVC Waterproof Screen Protector: Waterproof shell with two buttons.The function button is for switching from Capacity, Voltage and Turn off.Choose to display voltage, battery capacity percentage alone or in turn by pressing the function button.The setting button is for select battery specifications and so on.
- Clear and Bright LCD Display: The battery monitor is designed with high quality LCD, offers clear and bright display from every angle.Automatically turn into sleep mode in 10s for saving the power.
- Reverse Polarity Protection: Simple connection with reverse protection, wont burn if connect reversely.
- Suitable Battery Types : The battery detector is suitable for lithium batteries and lead-acid batteries, such as Ternary lithium batteries, polymer batteries, lithium-ion batteries, storage batteries. Note: it cannot be used for Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries, 1-2 Li batteries in series and over 15 Li batteries in series.
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Pros: This is an inexpensive meter that does what it is designed for. Once calibrated for your base voltage, it will display the current voltage level of your battery pack. It is waterproof in case your cart is caught in the rain.
Cons: Cannot be used for Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries, 1-2 Li batteries in series and over 15 Li batteries in series.
- 【Widely Application】Battery Gauge works for 12V/24V, 36V, 48V/72V battery of golf carts, marine, motorcycle, ATV, tractor, truck, forklift, etc.
- 【LED Bar Indicate】Specifically designed to monitor the power level of battery while charging or discharging. Display of 10 segment LED bar graph. Memory option to recall quantity of electricity
- 【Durable & Waterproof】With sealed epoxy encapsulated and complete waterproof IP65
- 【LED Flash Warning】 LED Flash for low charge and high charge warning
- 【Easy Installation】Comes with installation accessory, easy to install
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Pros: Reads a wide range of battery with a fairly bright display.
Cons: This has a high price and is not as accurate as most other meters. The product picture shows an unlit gauge, but in reality, only one bar is lit at a time.
- BATTERY STATES INDICATOR----The Meter is used on vehicles or equipment in determining how much charge is left on the batteries, Multi-color 10-bar LED Graph displays state-of-charge; Bar by bar display the battery state-of-charge ,from full to empty .Resolution: 10% per LED segment.
- DIGITAL MAINTENANCE HOUR METER----Contains hour meter, service timers,hour meter initial time setting;Help you track how many hours you put on your engine,TOT hours are non-resettable; You can program a start hours (old hour meter data) to replace an old hour meter;Programmable maintenance interval service timer(SVC)
- WIDE USE RANGE:---- operating voltage 12V to 48V,use for measuring lead-acid batteries,GEL batteries,Lithium iron phosphate batteries (LiFePO4),“Trojan” new batteries,AGM batteries,18650 lithium batteries;
- OVERCHARGE PROTECTED ---- set the warning High & Low voltage value:After setting the warning voltage value, the Alarm indicator light will light up and display green; when the warning value is reached, the Alarm indicator light will turn red and flash to remind
- OTHER ----Easy to install;Backlit Display and Programmable backlit mode; Data retained after shutdown;User shutdown;Waterproof rating: IP65;CE ROHS certification;2-year warranty
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Pros: This allows you to set Run hours as well as display the state of charge.
Cons: Difficult to install, and difficult to read the LCD unless you are at the correct viewing angle. You cannot reset the hours once it is set.
As with all products, carefully read what other consumers’ experiences are. Remember that, although generally inexpensive, once the opening is cut to install the meter of your choice, a failed meter will need to have a replacement of the same or close dimensions.
