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May 13, 2020
Comparing Battery Types
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Batteries are designed for specific performance expectations. A battery that excels in one device or application may be a poor performer in another. They are built to meet size and weight restrictions, to have long runtime, maximum durability, extended cycle life and maximum energy density. You may have noticed, for example, certain AA or AAA TV remote batteries seem to last forever while others not so long. Thus manufacturers market their goods to suit specific applications.
Below we highlight four well-known battery types—their strengths and limitations.
Lead Acid (Pb) - Heaviest but often most economical for large
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May 13, 2020
Harley Davidson Battery Cross Reference
Harley Davidson motorcycles are the #1 selling motorcycle in the world so it is common for customers to ask for a cross reference motorcycle battery guide. The OEM part number can be confusing to convert to compatible aftermarket batteries. Knowing this, we understand it is not the easiest task and can be difficult to find the correct replacement, especially if you are not a battery expert.
The chart below lists the latest Harley battery part number and contrasts it to the East Penn Deka ETX number (closest to the OE battery),
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May 13, 2020
How to Charge Lead Acid Marine and RV Batteries in Parallel
Have you ever wondered why your batteries in parallel seem to fail sooner than you would expect? When asked how to charge batteries in parallel people commonly reply connect the positive to positive and negative to negative. Yep, electrically speaking that works. But what if you have an RV, for example, and need to add 3 or 4 or 8 batteries in parallel? Do you continue to add to the string in a linear fashion (Figure 1)? Or is there a better way to set up and charge your RV batteries in parallel? I’m willing to bet the vast majority of RV and marine battery owners have never considered or made the connection between early battery failure and improper setup. This How to Charge Batteries in Parallel tutorial is designed to move you from ignorance and
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May 13, 2020
How to Connect & Charge Batteries in Series / Parallel
If you want to know about charging batteries in series and parallel then you have probably asked or are wondering what the advantage is of connecting batteries in series / parallel. This tutorial will provide easy to understand diagrams and will share reasons why you would use this battery configuration.
If you need to know about charging parallel batteries then click over to our tutorial on perfectly balanced charging. You may discover why your batteries have not been lasting as long as you thought they should!
Before we dive in any further, we would like to pause and thank our friends over at Iota Engineering for creating the graphics. Iota manufactures the very popular DLS line of power supply chargers found in many of our customers fifth wheels, RVs, and telecommunications applications. The charger depicted in some of the images will
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May 12, 2020
MotoBatt at a Glance
MotoBatt motorcycle batteries have been a premium offering since they debuted 2009. Designed to replace original equipment (OE) batteries made predominantly by YUASA INC, Motobatt battery has taken the powersport industry by storm. Their initial goal was to reduce the staggering amount of confusing OE part numbers by introducing a single sealed AGM non-spillable battery as a replacement. This feat is accomplished by utilizing detachable spacers, patented QuadFlex terminal technology, terminals that are tapered internally to guarantee a locked fit and Power Balanced performance.
They were successful in reducing 184 OE parts (at that time) down to just 32-part numbers.
Their popularity keeps growing. MotoBatt has become the leading aftermarket producer of power sport batteries in several key regions around the globe. -
January 12, 2019
I was doing some research the other day and came across an article that sounded promising. The blog article “Make Your Battery Last” dealt with proper maintenance for motive batteries installed in lift trucks, forklifts, and electric pallet jacks.
However, as I got deeper into the writing, I began to suspect the article was written by a paid guest; an outsider to the industry. It started to have a regurgitating-freshly-learned-information feel, rather than one that came from an experience-based authority on the subject. I grew uneasy when I read: “each charge costs a cycle” in a section talking about opportunity charging.
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November 24, 2018
Australia’s Outback is one of the least hospitable regions in the world. When you’re traversing such a vast and diverse landscape amid deadly heat you must rely on your deep cycle backup battery for survival. North America’s terrain and weather extremes are no different boasting some the worlds fiercest winter weather. When it comes to long term reliability and long-lasting power generation, what brand comes to mind as the best deep cycle battery for the money?
The Landscape for the Best Deep Cycle Battery is Changing
MotoBatt introduced the QuadFlex powersport battery to market in 2009. The standout yellow color, unique
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November 08, 2018
Make the Most Out of a Forced [Bad] Battery Decision
Let’s face it, no matter how many times we preach proper battery usage, life gets in the way! We’ve all been there! Like the time when you just arrived at your favorite fishing hole only to discover the trolling motor won’t work. After some fiddling you determine one of the batteries has crapped out.
Under duress, you are suddenly forced to decide whether to save-your-long-overdue-fishing-weekend-extravaganza or to surrender defeat, head home angry and potentially explode on the first person you meet when you walk through the back door. You know what I’m talking about, don’t you?
There is so much to unwrap in
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October 31, 2018
Bassmaster Elite is the highest level of bass fishing in the world. Rick Morris is a 20-year veteran on the circuit. Over such a distinguished carrier he has blown through countless batteries. However, after NorthStar approached him to be a sponsor, things changed. He has come to rely on and trust NorthStar batteries steadfast performance.
Choosing the Right Battery is Not Just for Bassmaster Elites
We have all been out on the water at the crack of dawn where the water is like glass, the fog looks like steam rising off the surface and that distinct loon call echoes across the inlet. It is on days like these we find peace in the northern back-woods.
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October 06, 2018
Lestronic II and other Lester Electrical Chargers are being discontinued as of December 21st, 2018. Lester Electrical has determined the following battery charger brands will be discontinued: E-Series, X-Series, E-Series II, Lestronic II and Manual Timer chargers. There will probably be plenty around the first half of 2019, but thereafter what are your options?
You have two options: Change to Lester’s newer and smaller Summit Series II switch mode charger or stick with a reliable and familiar transformer-based (and USA made) Quick Charge charger.
Summit Series II Replaces Lestronic II Chargers
The new Summit Series II is smaller and lighter compared to the older Lester models and Lestronic II chargers. There are two Summit