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A deep cycle battery is a battery that is designed to regularly discharge a large percentage of its space before recharging. Each cycle of the long-lasting battery is drained of the majority of its charge.
Uses
These types of batteries are usually used in golf carts, motorcycles, boats and massive solar power systems, for they store the power for it to be used at night. It is also used as a starting battery.
How It Works
The deep cycle battery provides an extended amount of power for a short period of time. It supplies a surge that is highly required, but it does not have the same power of a regular car battery. It has a multiple amount of reserve capacity, delivering over 70 amps.
Maintenance
Examining the outside of the battery is imperative. Search for cracks in the container, make sure the top of the battery is free from dirt and corrosion, and if damaged, have it replaced immediately. Make sure that there is no leakage of electrolytes, and if there is, it must be restored or replaced. Look closely for any damaged parts; they should be tightened firmly. Look for broken cables and connections.
Testing
The capacity of a deep cycle battery is usually tested by applying a full discharge; however, it is extremely time consuming and may wear the battery down. Over the years, AC conductance became a common usage in measuring conductance.
Problems
Problems with deep cycle battery vary from a low charge to low capacity. An unlikely problem that some batteries face is a mismatched set. This is when batteries do not age at an equal pace and have a low performance.
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