Deep Cycle Batteries

Deep Cycle Batteries

A deep cycle battery also referred to as a marine battery can be placed in a large amount of various applications, where long sustained power is required with the ability to discharge and recharge over and over again. Electric Wheelchairs, Floor Scrubbing machines,Trolling boats, Electric Fences, UPC Backup, Sump Pump backup, and Golf Carts are just to name a few. Because of the design of Deep Cycle batteries, they are able to be deeply discharged and then recharged again. A typical deep cycle battery has a cycle life of around of at least 200 charge, discharge cycles. A SLI (Starting, Lighting, Ignition) battery when put in applications requiring a deep cycle battery, don’t last long because they can only handle 10 or less of charge, discharge cycles. Ever notice how much heavier a deep cycle battery is over a car battery? Deep cycle batteries have much thicker plates inside of them which allows them to be cycled many times. Deep cycle batteries run in the neighborhood of 50 to 350 dollars depending on size for the application. The number one reason for premature failure of a deep cycle battery is electrolyte level. Electrolyte levels deplete with the constant charging and discharging cycles, due to heat and evaporation. This is why it is important to always check the electrolyte level, and top off with distilled water when needed.  The number two reason for short life is excessive discharging of the battery. Never let the battery die down till there is nothing left. We’ll use a example of running a trolling motor on a fishing boat. Don’t use the battery until the boat won’t move anymore. Once you notice a noticeable difference in performance charge the battery back up. Following these guide lines will extend your deep cycle battery life dramatically.

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