24 volt lead acid chargers for e-bikes are still available, though the number of sources is reducing.
Try Tony Castles in the UK, tel 07974 723996
sales@electro-drive.co.uk fax 01672 512404
He can be a bit difficult to get hold of at times, but he has sold large numbers of the Currie-Elecrtodrive motors which use 24 volt SLA (lead-acid) batteries and should be able to get you a charger.
If not, go to
Powerstream in the USA. On that site first click Battery Chargers on the left hand menu, then select the first item, Lead acid battery charger index. On that page, scroll down to half way, ignoring the first 24 volt type you see, and select the 24 volt with 3 stage charger with switching technology item, number PST-A100-24. Click on that to see the buying option at $51.60. This one is designed for your type of SLA battery, but you may need to change the plug in connector to suit the Merida connector.
If you buy that, make sure you scroll down each page during the buying stages to select a low cost shipping type rather than the expensive default UPS one. USPS Express service is low cost and takes around 12 to 14 days to the UK. Be aware you may get caught for some VAT and a VAT collection charges on top.
