What is the difference between battery type AGM and standard?
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You can find more info on: http://www.batterystuff.com/kb/articles/battery-articles/gel-vs-agm.html
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Courtesy of www.BatteryStuff.com "AGM: Typical absorption voltage range 14.4 to 15.0 volts, typical float voltage range 13.2 to 13.8 volts. So no prob., however beware if charging a GEL GEL: Typical absorption voltage range 14.0 to 14.2 volts, typical float voltage range 13.1 to 13.3 volts."
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It has settings for different kinds of batteries: the "High Performance AGMs" like the Optimas, and what they call "Standard Flooded and AGM" batteries, which I figure must mean regular old parts store lead-acid batteries.The thing is actually kinda cool (and expensive) because it is both a charger and a maintainer.
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The size is shown in the instructions, which is a common size for riding lawnmowers and such. You SHOULD use a deep-cycle AGM (absorbed glass mat) battery. The battery lives in the control box, just below the control electronics compartment. AGM batteries do not out-gas acid or combustible levels of Hydrogen during charging. This will prevent damage to your control components. AGM technology was invented for our nuclear subs, for exactly those safety reasons. Do not use a standard automotive charger on an AGM battery. The charger in your kit will operate at a safe level to bring your AGM up to charge, without damage to the battery. The size is shown in the instructions, which is a common size for riding lawnmowers and such. You SHOULD use a deep-cycle AGM (absorbed glass mat) battery. The battery lives in the control box, just below the control electronics compartment. AGM batteries do not out-gas acid or combustible levels of Hydrogen during charging. This will prevent damage to your control components. AGM technology was invented for our nuclear subs, for exactly those safety reasons. Do not use a standard automotive charger on an AGM battery. The charger in your kit will operate at a safe level to bring... » Read More The size is shown in the instructions, which is a common size for riding lawnmowers and such. You SHOULD use a deep-cycle AGM (absorbed glass mat) battery. The battery lives in the control box, just below the control electronics compartment. AGM batteries do not out-gas acid or combustible levels of Hydrogen during charging. This will prevent damage to your control components. AGM technology was invented for our nuclear subs, for exactly those safety reasons. Do not use a standard automotive charger on an AGM battery. The charger in your kit will operate at a safe level to bring your AGM up to charge, without damage to the battery. « Show Less
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You need a charger that has a setting for AGM batteries. My charger has settings for 3 types of batteries, standard flooded, AGM and gel. Optima recommends a 10 amp charger.
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I already had an AGM in my bike. In my opinion, and other places I have read, I think an AGM battery is recommended. I think you can boil a lead acid battery.
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This is a AGM (absorbed glass mat) battery. Benefits are the same as a gel but AGM produces more CCA and has less restrictions when recharging.
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what is your definition of a non standard battery? a "standard battery" for a boat would be a marine battery, deep cycle, preferably two of them. a "non-standard battery" would be for a car, lawnmower, etc. the unit should run on either type of battery, but always use a standard boat battery, i do, and my humminbird unit operates just fine. a great product? your question is too vague!! contact humminbird at 1-800-633-1486. best of luck and keep those lines tight!!!
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It is recommended that you use a maintenance-free absorbed glass mat (AGM) battery. Lead-acid batteries can boil over if they're too discharged. Current is pulled, not pushed, so normally you'll be ok. A poor lead-acid battery could boil over from rapid charging.
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AGM means acid-gel matrix. No filling, just make sure it's fully charged & install.
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Yes, AGM batteries are a kind of lead acid battery. However, there are several types, and the AGM tend to be one of the safest kinds if that is the reason behind your question. In general terms, AGM batteries are sealed so there is no chance of acid spill or hydrogen off gas with normal use. Additionally, these kinds of batteries tend to resist damage from poor charging habits and discharge better than flooded batteries.
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I just received a reply from the manufacturer (EPSOLAR) and they state that AGM batteries can be used with the Tracer 2210RN controller with the battery selector set for "sealed battery". They do not recommend using the GEL setting and certainly not the FLOODED setting.
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read the info. it is an AGM as close as gel as you going to get and even better. I have 2. it is sealed so no spills and no topping of fluids. best battery you will buy at a great price. 600CA better than some car batteries.
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It will work. AGM batteries can be used in any orientation, that is one of their main advantages.
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I believe it is an AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) rather than gel. It is a sealed, maintenance-free battery.
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I believe it's an agm battery and I had it shipped to me. Definitely worth the price. Very high quality battery.
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Jessica, This is an AGM (Absorbed Glass Matt) battery and will need a charger that has a setting for AGM batteries. There are several charger manufactures out on the market just make sure it has or can charge AGM bateries. Let me know if you have any furter questions.Thanks, Jeff B.