Looking for battery recommendations
I'm in the market for a new battery and your recommendation and advice are highly appreciated. Your experience is what I'm looking for so I can learn about current battery technology and make a good d...
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FWC wrote:
If you are going to run a generator to charge your batteries, then lithium becomes even more attractive. They charge much faster than lead-acid (from 50% to full in 1 hour), and they don't care if you can only partially charge them. Lead-acid on the the other hand will take several hours to full, regardless of the size of the charger as they stop accepting current as they get full. Furthermore, if you can only get it to 80-90% SOC you will significantly shorten the battery life.
Yes, lithium is more expensive, but they are much lighter and should last much longer than lead acid. If you plan on keeping the camper for some time, lithium may come out to be cheaper in the long run.
Also, with Lith you could move it inside to a spot with more room for a larger batt. AGM as well but weight may be a factor.
