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In this part Should go the different specifications of deep cycle batteries, and also availability in the different countries.
In this part Should go the different specifications of deep cycle batteries, and also availability in the different countries.



=== Links ===
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Car_batteries Car batteries]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rechargeable_battery Baterias Recargables]


[[Category:Hardware]]
[[Category:Hardware]]

Revision as of 20:25, 26 April 2007

Deep cycle Bateries

Designed to provide a steady amount of current over a long period of time, achieves this by using thicker plates. Found in boats, golf carts & solar power systems.

Properties of batteries

  • Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) - amps that the battery can produce at 0°C
  • Reserve Capacity (RC) - minutes that the battery can deliver 25A, voltage > 10.5V

For Deep Cycle batteries, RC is 2-3 times greater than car batteries. 0.5-0.75 of the CCA. Car batteries are not designed to be completely discharged. Deep cycle battery should withstand hundreds of discharge/recharge cycles.

Availability in launch countries

  • Brazil (Specially Rural Areas)
  • Uruguay (Specially Rural Areas)
  • Argentina (Specially Rural Areas)
  • Libya
  • Nigeria
  • Ethiopia
  • Pakistan
  • Rwanda

Vendors

In this part Should go the different specifications of deep cycle batteries, and also availability in the different countries.


Links