Squadron Batteries | Energy Batteries
Choosing the right battery
There are 5 key factors to consider and understand when trying to select the right battery:
1. The battery life expectancy - How often it is to be used (ie the number of “cycles”).
2. The expected Depth of Discharge How much power is required for each use and the % of battery capacity required.
3. The level of Safety required Sealed batteries (SFL, AGM & GEL ranges) are safer than Flooded or “wet” batteries – no gases, no spillage, no explosions & safe to transport.
4. The level of Maintenance required - Flooded batteries (FLA and SDC ranges) need regular checking and topping up. Sealed batteries are totally maintenance free.
5. The financial budget - The more you are willing to spend, the longer a battery will last, the less maintenance needed and the safer the product.
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Squadron Energy Battery Brochure (1.76 MB) Battery construction & technology
The construction and technology used within a battery will determine how well it can survive deep discharge and maximise its life span. Look out for the following features:
1. Plate design and thickness - Thick plates are more robust, improve deep cycling capability and extend life.
2. Active paste material - A special material that helps to hold the plates together. Can increase life and performance dramatically.
3. Separator type - Additional glass fibre matting can double the life.
4. Type of acid – Flooded (FLA), Absorbed (AGM) or GEL AGM and GEL batteries will last significantly longer and out perform flooded batteries.
5. Specific gravity of acid - Increased acid strength increases starting
