Topic: Batteries
Reliability vs. Resiliency: Strategies for Backup Power Systems
When it comes to backup power, choosing between reliability and resiliency is like deciding between a luxury car and an…Do I Need Batteries?
Do you need batteries? Maybe! it depends what you want to accomplish. Let's have a look at batteries and how…Battery-Based Backup Power Systems
“We don’t truly appreciate what we have until it’s gone.” Roy T. Bennett If you have forgotten the old warning…Cleaning Batteries
To maximize battery bank performance and lifespan it's important to keep the tops of batteries clean and dry. Dirt, debris,…Battery Acid is Cloudy
When Flooded Lead Acid (FLA) batteries are new the acid electrolyte will be clear of any debris or discolouration. Over…5 Smart Steps to Successful Off Grid Hibernation
One thing we can say for sure about small problems: left alone, they'll become big problems. If your off-grid system…Battery State of Charge
How much energy is in my battery? It’s one of the most difficult questions to answer, even for a seasoned…Battery acid is too low to draw into hydrometer
Well, that's a problem! How do you measure specific gravity of a flooded lead acid battery if you can't draw…Batteries No Longer Hold a Charge
There are many reasons a battery bank that once performed well could no longer be meeting your needs. This is…Cold Weather Battery Use and Care
Cold can be good and bad for a battery. It’s good to store batteries in a cool environment as the…