There are 3 main types of leisure batteries.
Flooded deep cycle leisure batteries normally require good maintenance. They usually feature 75 Ah and 100Ah. Most vendors will offer a 12 month warranty when buying these. Maintenance free deep cycle batteries usually feature 75Ah and 105Ah. As the name suggests, these require no maintenance mainly because they are sealed.
AGM deep cycle leisure batteries are the most expensive. Nevertheless, they last up to three times longer than the other two types. These are completely sealed hence cannot leak even when placed at any angle. AGM deep cycle has 85Ah, 110Ah and 140Ah types, providing power for devices of almost all power ranges. The majority of these batteries are the lead acid type. Their construction variability includes VRLA and flooded types. Flooded lead acid batteries require constant maintenance. The electrolyte levels have to be regularly checked and topped up with distilled water when the level drops.
These batteries should never be tilted as the electrolyte will be spilled. The electrolyte is usually acidic and can damage fabrics and cause injuries due to chemical burns. To neutralize it after an accident, baking soda or ammonia can be used. Valve Regulated Lead Acid batteries need no topping up.
They are the best for use in enclosed places as they release less gas when compared to flooded batteries. The electrolyte never spills despite the storage position as it is held in a glass fiber mat or mixed with micro silica to form a gel.
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