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Schumacher SC1280 vs Battery Tender 15/8/2 Amp Power Tender

Our pick

Battery Tender 15/8/2 Amp Power Tender

For charging a drained battery quickly

Choose a charging current within the battery manufacturer's limits.¹
Choose the Battery Tender 15/8/2 Amp Power Tender for compatible 12 volt batteries needing its 15 amp maximum output.¹

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The SC1280 charges compatible 6- and 12-volt batteries and provides automatic float maintenance afterward.²

2 models / at a glance

Warranty · years1 year²Higher preferred ↑

Warranty · years5 years¹Higher preferred ↑

Specification	Schumacher SC1280	Battery Tender 15/8/2 Amp Power Tender
Battery types	standard, AGM, gel, and deep-cycle²	Lead-acid: flooded, AGM, gel cell, and sealed maintenance-free. Lithium: LiFePO4.¹
Battery voltage	6V and 12V²	12V¹
Warranty	1 year²	5 years¹

Specification	Schumacher SC1280	Battery Tender 15/8/2 Amp Power Tender
Amperage	15 A²	15 A¹
Lithium support	Not published	Yes¹
Desulfation mode	Yes²	Not published
Temperature compensation	Not published	Yes¹
Cord reach	Not published	Not published
Reverse polarity protection	Yes²	Yes¹
Automatic float mode	Yes²	Yes¹