5 Geeky Lithium Battery Terms You Need to Know
Anyone who uses batteries for their home, RV, or boat knows that lithium batteries have revolutionized the power world in recent years. Unfortunately, they may not know much beyond that. Educating yourself about lithium battery basics can feel like learning a new language, especially for the less tech-savvy. But fear…
Battery Voltage Explained: What You Need to Know
Most batteries are classified based on their voltage. Whether it be a 1.5-volt AA battery, a 12-volt car battery, or a 24-volt deep cycle battery, battery voltage is a relatively common term. Nevertheless, it can be confusing to understand exactly what it means. There are a lot of common misconceptions…
What Is Energy? A Simple Definition Anyone Can Understand
It’s the force behind literally everything we do, from the power that comes out of your wall socket to the beating of our hearts. But it’s such a nebulous concept that many of us still ask, “What is energy, anyway?” It’s a question with both simple and complex answers. Let’s…
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…