What Is a Voltage Spike?
They can seriously damage or destroy your sensitive electronics — but they’re still relatively poorly understood even by some educated consumers. We’re talking about voltage spikes, an ever-present danger to any electrical circuit. So what exactly is a voltage spike, and what causes it? Most importantly, how can you prevent…
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…
How Do You Set Up a Dual Battery System?
If you want to venture off the beaten path, you might want to consider a dual battery setup. This could be in an overland vehicle, boat, or RV. After all, having reliable battery power when you’re miles away from civilization can be crucial. Relying on your engine battery alone is…
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 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…
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…