Are you wanting to use solar power off grid? If so, you’re going to need off grid solar batteries–and they’d better be reliable.
If you use a grid-tied or hybrid system, it’s possible to run your solar without batteries. But as…
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Know how to apply an equalize charge and not damage the battery.
Stationary batteries are almost exclusively lead acid and some maintenance is required, one of which is equalizing charge. Applying a periodic equalizing charge brings all cells…
Learn what you can do to prevent a Li-ion battery to fall asleep.
Li-ion batteries contain a protection circuit that shields the battery against abuse. This important safeguard also turns the battery off and makes it unusable if over-discharged.…
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Compare battery energy with fossil fuel and other resources
Lifting off in a large airplane is exhilarating. At a full weight of almost 400 tons, the Boeing 747 requires 90 megawatts of power to get airborne. Take-off is the most demanding…
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Learn about the revival of the fuel cell for transportation
The fuel cell as a propulsion system is in many ways superior to a battery because it needs to carry less energy storage by weight and volume compared to a vehicle propelled…
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Learn about unique applications and what features to look for when choosing a battery.
Consumers are the first to hear about an apparent battery breakthrough. To get top media attention, the new super battery promises to also satisfy the…
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Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
Governments are asking the public to reduce fuel consumption and lower pollution. They do this without imposing a change in driving habits and the HEV fits the bill. Japan is leading in adapting the HEV because…
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Discover what causes short runtimes
Not all battery energy can or should be used on discharge; some reserve is almost always left behind on purpose after the equipment cuts off. There are several reasons for this.
Most mobile phones, laptops…
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Understanding the importance of low conductivity
Capacity alone is of limited use if the pack cannot deliver the stored energy effectively; a battery also needs low internal resistance. Measured in milliohms (mΩ), resistance is the gatekeeper…
Become familiar with battery fade and how the ready light can deceive the user.
Folks have been using rechargeable batteries for over 100 years but this marvelous power source is still poorly understood. The battery is a silent worker that…
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Discover what a battery needs to get going and maintain a long life.
In many ways, a battery behaves like a human being. It senses the kindness given and delivers on the care given. It is as if the battery has feelings and returns on the…
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Know how to maintain a battery fleet and eliminate the risk of unexpected downtime.
A battery performs well when new but the capacity soon begins to fade with use and time. To assure reliable service during the life span of the battery, design…