Which Battle Born Lithium Battery Models Are Right for a Sailboat?
Once you’ve determined your electrical system is ready to upgrade with lithium, it’s time to pick a battery model. While Battle Born Batteries come in a large variety of shapes and sizes, some are better suited for certain applications than others. Depending on your power needs and space constraints, we…
LiFePO4 Battery Chemistry & Why It’s Important for Sailboat Applications
With so many battery chemistries available on the market, it can be difficult to sift through the mire and find the right choice. As lithium batteries become a popular power source for a variety of applications, it’s easy to confuse the different types of lithium chemistries. So, what makes the…
Important Considerations When Upgrading to Lithium on Your Sailboat
After reviewing the differences between lead acid and lithium batteries in your marine electrical system, it’s time to make a decision. While there are many advantages to upgrading your marine electrical system with LiFePO4 batteries, there are a few key things to consider. Before upgrading, make sure you determine if…
Battery System Maintenance 101: How To Keep Your Batteries at Peak Performance with Inverter Chargers and System Monitoring
Battery Maintenance 101: How to Keep Your Battery Systems at Peak Performance
Transforming Heavy Duty Trucking with Advanced All-Electric Auxiliary Power Solutions
Heavy-duty trucking is the lifeblood of the global economy, as countless essential goods are transported every day. For long-haul truckers, multiple days on the road require spending nights in the sleeper cabs of their rigs. With limited power options, many truckers rely on idling their engines and antiquated lead-acid batteries…
Lead Acid vs. Lithium Batteries for Sailboats & Other Marine Vessels
Once you know the different types of batteries available for marine electrical systems, the next step is to compare the options available to determine which one is right for you. While lead acid batteries have been used on boats for decades, the newer technology of lithium-ion batteries offers many promising…
Different Types of Batteries for Sailboats & Other Marine Vessels
Upgrading your sailboat or marine vessel’s electrical system can be a long and challenging process, but it doesn’t have to be! Our Marine 101 course is a series of videos that break down each step. Prior to tackling your install, it’s key to learn about the various types of batteries…
What Does a Trickle Charger Do?
RVers, sailors, and overlanders who aren’t traveling full-time often have to leave their batteries in storage for an extended period of time. While this can bring concerns about diminished capacity, many people opt to use a trickle charger to maintain their batteries while they’re away, as they can be a…
Battery Reserve Capacity Explained: Time of Sustained Constant Loads
In a market saturated with batteries of all shapes, sizes, chemistries, and brands, selecting a battery can quickly become overwhelming. For the average consumer, sorting through scientific jargon, usage restrictions, and application power requirements seems nearly impossible. However, simply taking the time to walk through the meaning of each battery…