What Is a Shunt Used for in Electrical Systems?
A shunt, or shunt resistor, is integral in many electrical systems — especially those with battery monitors. They allow you to accurately measure the electrical current in real-time, enabling your monitoring system to do its job. But how exactly does a shunt work? And why is it so important to…
What Is Resistance and Ohms in Electricity?
For many, “electrical resistance” and “Ohms” are foreign concepts. And they certainly wouldn’t know how to measure a unit of electrical resistance. It’s clear that they have some significance when it comes to electrical systems, but exactly how does electrical resistance come into play? And how does one even measure…
How to Tell If a Fuse Is Blown in Your RV, Van, or Boat
A blown fuse can ruin your day before it even starts. Your RV, van, or boat might stop working if you blow a fuse. You might notice lights that stop working, for example. But how can you tell if a fuse is blown and it isn’t some other issue? In…
What Are Cold Cranking Amps?
Have you come across the term cold cranking amps when looking at batteries? What is this metric and when is it important? Today we answer all these questions, so bundle up as we take a closer look at this energy concept and what it means for your battery. What Are…
Dragonfly Energy CEO, Dr. Denis Phares, Looks Toward a Greener Future
The Article Dragonfly Energy CEO, Dr. Denis Phares, Looks Toward a Greener Future First Appeared on Dragonfly Energy. At TEDxReno’s recent 2022 event, Dr. Denis Phares led a talk on the future of battery technology, a missing piece to the puzzle in solving a green energy crisis. The push…
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. What Causes Battery Terminal Corrosion? Corrosion is a problem that occurs…
Electrical 101: How to Use a Digital Multimeter
You might be in for a shocking surprise if you’re working with electricity and don’t know how to use a digital multimeter. Safety is one thing that you can never ignore when working with electricity. While a multimeter can help you avoid getting electrocuted, it can also be handy in…
How Long Do Lithium-Ion Batteries Last?
The invention of lithium batteries has completely transformed our world. They power everything from our smartphones and power tools to large off-grid electricity systems and electric vehicles. They’re also extremely energy-dense, low maintenance, and have long shelf lives. But exactly how long do lithium-ion batteries last? And are they really…
What Is a Boat Transformer and Why Is It Important?
A boat transformer could quite literally save a life. But many people don’t realize what a boat transformer is or why it’s important. In this article, we discuss everything you need to know about boat transformers, including what they are, what they’re used for, and whether or not you need…