Forney Frontline™ 12A Manual Battery Charger
DESCRIPTION
The Forney Frontline™ 12A Manual-Style Battery Charger combines classic, hands-on charging with modern safety features. Designed for 6-volt and 12-volt lead-acid batteries—including STD: Wet, EFB, MF, Ca, Deep-cycle; AGM; and Gel types—it offers two selectable charge rates (2 A and 12 A DC) for everything from utility batteries to larger automotive and deep-cycle units up to 120 amp-hours.
Instead of digital menus or complex modes, the Frontline™ 12 uses a simple control panel, giving users a clear view of charge settings. You choose the output (2 A or 12 A) and monitor progress yourself—delivering manual-style control while keeping key electronic protections in place. The 2-amp setting supports slower, steady charging and maintenance, while the 12-amp setting helps bring larger batteries back toward operating voltage more quickly when used as directed.
Practical design details make it easy to live within the shop or garage: a fold-down carry handle simplifies transport and storage, and an integrated rear cord wrap keeps both the AC power cord and DC leads neatly organized between uses. A durable steel housing helps the unit stand up to everyday bumps, dirt, and shop wear.
Unlike older fully manual chargers, the Frontline™ 12 incorporates modern safety protections to assist both the user and to maintain peak battery health. Built-in safeguards include reverse-polarity, short-circuit, overheat, overcharge, and spark protection, supporting safer operation in garages, barns, and workshops.
Delivering stable, transformer-based output, the Frontline™ 12 performs reliably across a wide range of conditions. Certified to ETL (UL 1236 / CSA C22.2 No. 107.2), FCC, and DOE standards and backed by a 3-Year Limited Warranty, this charger upholds Forney’s legacy of rugged reliability, straightforward operation, and no-nonsense performance.
Use Applications
The Frontline™ 12 is ideal for users who prefer hands-on, manual-style control with modern safety:
- Automotive & Fleet: Cars, trucks, SUVs, and classic vehicles
- Agriculture: Tractors, combines, and diesel equipment
- Marine & Recreation: Boats, RVs, and deep-cycle lead-acid batteries
- Garage & Shop: Motorcycles, mowers, ATVs, and seasonal equipment
- Service & Maintenance: Workshops that favor straightforward controls and reliable transformer-based construction
What’s in the Box
- Frontline™ 12A Manual-Style Battery Charger
- Quick Start Guide & Safety Information
Key Features
- 6 V / 12 V operation with user-selectable 2 A and 12 A charge rates
- Manual-style control with straightforward switch selection
- Compatible with lead-acid batteries only: STD: Wet, EFB, MF, Ca, Deep-cycle; AGM; and Gel types
- Rugged transformer-based construction for long service life
- Fold-down carry handle for easy transport and compact storage
- Integrated rear cord wrap keeps AC and DC leads organized between uses
- Comprehensive safety protection: reverse polarity, spark, short-circuit, overheat, overcharge, and open-circuit safeguards
- Oil-, gas-, grease-, chemical-, UV-, and abrasion-resistant IP20 housing
- 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) 18 GA AC power cord and 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) 16 AWG DC charging leads
- Dimensions: 8.1 × 7.8 × 5.7 in
- Weight: 3.97 lb (1.8 kg)
- ETL, FCC, and DOE certified
- 3-Year Limited Warranty
RESOURCES
WARRANTY
3- Year
- Product: Free of defects in material and workmanship that may occur under normal use and care.