Batteries

Battery types When selecting a battery, you'll have the option to use flooded lead acid (FLA) batteries or sealed batteries (AGM or Gel cell). Keep in mind that FLA batteries require a bit of maintenance, however, they generally last longer than their sealed counterparts. Water Miser Vent Cap - Reduces Battery Watering can reduce the frequency that the batteries need watering. You'll need one vent cap for each 2 V cell. Desulfators are another good low cost investment that can help prevent sulfation and boost the performance of the batteries. Flooded Lead Acid batteries can build up sulfate crystals on their lead plates over time. Our desulfators "shake" these sulfate crystals off the surface electronically and can actually save the life of a battery that would otherwise be thrown out. Sealed batteries may be a bit heavier and therefore cost a bit more to ship. Batteries come in many sizes: from sealed batteries that are less than 10 pounds to flooded lead acid batteries that weigh over 200 pounds each! They can be small (and fit in a backpack) or large (2'x 2'x 1') and anywhere in between. Generally the size and weight correspond with amp hours of storage. So if you need a lot of electrical storage, be sure that you have the appropriate space to house the batteries. Whether you have one battery or a bank of 36, proper storage is essential. Enclosures can provide a neat and safe way to contain the batteries or you can build your own battery box. Often people add an optional battery Ventilators/Battery Fans that can vent the hydrogen gas that is naturally exhausting by the lead acid batteries. The vent also helps maintain a comfortable operating temperature for the batteries in cold climates.