State of Charge Meters

[Bizdoc]

My 2013 Electric EZ-Go RXV. It has the optional 6X8 volt batteries.

I've been riding around, in part to get a sense of how far the cart will *really* go on a charge (versus the PR on range). I've noticed that the state of charge goes down in a very non-linear fashion. What I mean is that the meter goes down a bar after about 1/2 mile. Then down the next bar after 1 1/2 to 2 miles(cumulative). Then down again after around 7 or 8 miles(cumulative). Down again after 15 or 16 miles (cumulative). Is this normal? Are the meters non-linear or is there something that I'm missing about how the batteries discharge.

Thanks for enlightening me.

David

[Frank7]

We have experienced many faulty readings with digital meters. When we build our remand carts we always use 48 volt analog meters. They show the level of charge and also give a instant reading of the draw upon acceleration.
When your batteries are weak from use the needle will dive to discharge and give you a real reading for you to decide the remainder of your trip you have left. You will also watch the charger at its peek.

[Bizdoc]

Thanks for the quick replies. I'm gradually lengthening my trips to see how the charge drops off (and hopefully be able to see what my real range is).

[Frank7]

We are looking forward to using the new Trojan Ranger batteries in the same cart with six 8's , they are claiming 35 % more range. We are looking for 55 miles with the AC system