What is a Deep Cycle Battery?
Deep cycle batteries are designed to be discharged down as much as 80% time after time, and have much thicker plates that a standard automotive battery.
What is a marine battery?
Marine batteries are considered a "hybrid" battery which actually falls between the starting and deep-cycle batteries. Marine batteries are usually rated using "MCA" or Marine cranking amp which is rated 32 degrees F, while CCA is at zero degree F. (For more information on CCA, CA & MCA, please see below)
Can batteries freeze?
In a partially discharged state, the electrolyte in a lead acid battery may freeze. At a 40% state of charger, electrolyte will freeze if the temperature reaches approximately ?6.0°F. The freezing temperature of the electrolyte in a fully charged battery is -92.0°F.
Are lead acid batteries recyclable?
Lead is the most recycled metal in the world today. The plastic containers and covers of old batteries are neutralized, reground and used in the manufacture of new battery cases. The electrolyte can be processed for recycled waste water uses. In some cases, the electrolyte is cleaned and reprocessed and sold as battery grade electrolyte. In other instances, the sulphate content is removed as Ammonia Sulphate and used in fertilizers. The separators are often used as a fuel source for the recycling process.
