What you'll charge and where it works
This Schumacher unit charges and maintains both 6V and 12V batteries, which makes it a fit for cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, ATVs, and marine batteries. It also handles standard flooded and AGM types, so the battery label is the spec to check first.
We recommend confirming your battery chemistry and voltage before buying, because the 6V and 12V modes are separate and an incompatible setting can leave you with a job half done. The charger is fully automatic once connected, so you set the mode and leave it.
| Product detail | Value to match to your vehicle |
|---|---|
| Product | Schumacher Electric 8A Car Battery Charger |
| Model | SC1363 |
| Color | Black |
| Size | (Pack of 1) |
What it will not do
It will not act as a jump starter or supplying power without a wall outlet. This unit is AC powered, and the included 6-foot power cord must stay plugged in while it works. If you need portable power away from an outlet, this is not that tool.
The desulfation mode is for reconditioning, not for repairing a battery with a physical fault. It works within the charger's supported 6V and 12V charging cycles, so it should not be treated as a fix for a damaged or shorted cell.
AC power required at all times.
What the current price buys
- Amazon price
- $52.19
- Customer rating
- 4.2
- Customer reviews
- 381
- Typical price over 90 days
- $64.77
- Difference
- $12.58 (19 percent)
At $52.19, this SC1363 is $12.58 below its typical price of $64.77 over the last 90 days. The discount is worth noting for a maintainer that also reconditions, but the charger's role has not changed with the sale.
The connection and storage details to check
You will need a nearby outlet for the 6-foot power cord, so measure that reach before you commit to a permanent spot. The charger also includes booster cables, and reverse polarity protection is built in to prevent damage if the clamps are crossed.
Think about where the unit will sit while it maintains a battery over time. A garage shelf near the vehicle or a weather-protected area keeps the cord and cables tidy and ready for the next use.
Who should choose this charger
Choose this Schumacher if you keep a car, motorcycle, or boat battery topped up at home and want one unit that handles both 6V and 12V packs, including AGM. It suits someone who wants an automatic maintainer with a reconditioning mode rather than a portable jump pack.
Skip it if you need charging away from an outlet or only work with 12V systems and do not care about 6V support. The final check is your battery's voltage and chemistry, which determines whether the SC1363 is the right version for your setup.
Specifications
| Model | SC1363 |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Size | (Pack of 1) |