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Cold Cranking Amps Explained
If you come across the term cold cranking amps (CCA) on a battery, you may not be aware of its meaning. CCA is an important metric related to how much power an engine needs to start in cold temperatures. Knowing …
Read MoreThe Difference In Amp Hours and Watt Hours
You will need to understand how watts hours and amp hours differ in order to understand how much energy you will need to power your essentials.
– Watt Hours = Power Over Time
– Amp Hours = Current Over Time…
What Is LiFePO4 And Why Is It A Better Choice?
The lithium deep cycle battery has become more mainstream in recent years, but there are many differences between lithium chemistries. In fact, most American consumers – electronic enthusiasts aside – are only familiar with a limited range of lithium options. …
Read MoreBattery Voltage Explained: What You Need to Know
What Is Battery Voltage?
A battery’s voltage is the difference between its positive and negative terminals. Also referred to as “electrical potential,” the greater the difference in potential charge, the higher the voltage. Basically, voltage is the force that pushes …
Read MoreHow Do Rechargeable Lithium Batteries Work and How Many Times Can You Recharge Them?
Are All Lithium Batteries Rechargeable?
In order to better understand this concept, let’s compare lithium batteries with lithium-ion batteries. Lithium batteries are what we call primary cell batteries that cannot be recharged.
Watches, smoke detectors, pacemakers, and other devices that …
How Are Lithium Batteries Made?
If you’re wondering how lithium batteries are made, you probably already know that they basically run our entire world. These energy-dense little pods pack a punch, and they power everything from our smartphones to our electric vehicles. If we didn’t …
Read MoreWhat Are Volts and Why Do They Matter?
What is a Volt?
For those without an electrical engineering degree, a volt is the potential difference across a conductor when a current dissipates one watt of power.
In the same way that water pressure pushes charged electrons through a …
What Are Watts and Why Do They Matter?
The power consumption of an RV refrigerator, an LED light bulb, or a conventional halogen light bulb? How much solar power is needed to run a boat fan all night?
As we sleep, watts affect us. But what are these …
What Causes Battery Terminal Corrosion (and How to Avoid It)?
Battery terminal corrosion is an all-too-common problem. But what causes it? And how can it be avoided? We’re taking a closer look at what you need to know about battery corrosion, avoiding it, and cleaning up when it strikes.
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… Read MoreCan I Use Regular Deep-cycle Batteries in My Golf Cart?
Are you trying to figure out if deep-cycle batteries can power your golf cart? The answer is an affirmative yes. A deep-cycle battery is designed to handle consistent discharges and charges over a long period of time; for this reason, …
Read MoreHow do I know if my golf cart is 36v or 48V?
Are you tired of constantly running out of juice on the golf course? Want to make sure you have the right batteries for your golf cart? Then, you need to know your golf cart’s voltage! This is a simple, but …
Read MoreHow Long Does Lithium Golf Cart Battery Last?
If you are out on the golf course for a relaxing round of golf, you may be wondering how long a lithium battery will last in a golf cart. With the advancements in technology, lithium golf cart batteries now offer …
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