Portable Solar Plan
I have decided to go portable for my solar for several reasons 1) I like the option to move them around, 2) want to use them before committing to additional on my camper or trailer, and 3) I think it'...
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If your 12 volt batteries are true deep cycle batteries then there is not that much difference.
But many 12 volt batteries are not true deep cycle, but rather a hybrid often called "marine/deep cycle". Their plates are thinner and they don't hold up as well to repeated discharge to 50% capacity or below, which is what your RV batteries may be required to endure.
Here's a link to an article called "The 12 volt side of life" which discusses all sorts of battery applications, including 12 volt and golf cart 6 volt batteries. Link here
But many 12 volt batteries are not true deep cycle, but rather a hybrid often called "marine/deep cycle". Their plates are thinner and they don't hold up as well to repeated discharge to 50% capacity or below, which is what your RV batteries may be required to endure.
Here's a link to an article called "The 12 volt side of life" which discusses all sorts of battery applications, including 12 volt and golf cart 6 volt batteries. Link here
