AGM Batt on Trickle Charge?
I recall that AGM batteries are a bit different somehow, so I'd like to know what to expect. I'm thinking of getting a solar setup for tent snow camping. A Powerfilm 60w flexible panel/tarp, and a...
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1. If 13-lbs of battery is only going to yield me 7ah, then I'm back to square one--I MUST replenish the battery in camp. Is AGM "more" sensitive to deep cycle than standard flooded?
2. The 68-watt Unisolars I found at that price were all 24v. But there are some at the $200 range. True, that's still not half of $700, but they are heavier and more difficult to pack.
3. The problem with 24v is that I can NEVER hook gadgets directly to the panel leads, I must always have a converter--more money.
4. Might as well mention it: Early on I considered buying a 450-w Powerhouse gennie. 22 lbs, 300 bucks and I'm done.
2. The 68-watt Unisolars I found at that price were all 24v. But there are some at the $200 range. True, that's still not half of $700, but they are heavier and more difficult to pack.
3. The problem with 24v is that I can NEVER hook gadgets directly to the panel leads, I must always have a converter--more money.
4. Might as well mention it: Early on I considered buying a 450-w Powerhouse gennie. 22 lbs, 300 bucks and I'm done.
