You just bought a new deep cycle battery to power your trolling motor or boat accessories. After a long day on the water, you need to recharge it. How do you do that? Specifically, what amperage should you set the charger at? What amperage is recommended for deep cycle batteries, and how long will each …
You just bought a new marine battery, and you want to make sure you maintain it well to get the most life out of it. Charging the battery correctly is a big part of keeping it in shape and preventing it from suffering an early death. With that in mind, you may be wondering: is …
For the majority of boaters, the number one priority is to get out on the water; fishing, water sports, and touring: these are the reasons to own a boat. Maintenance? Not so much. Marine battery isolators work to allow a boat’s batteries to be utilized for recreation without threatening power essential to engine performance. Isolator …
International conservation efforts have attempted to spread the word on how dangerous incorrectly-disposed batteries can be. After many years, they have found success. These days, it is common knowledge that batteries are dangerous– corrosive acid, deadly lead, mind-altering lithium; it’s difficult to find a substance used for batteries that isn’t harmful. Unfortunately, while we all …
You’ve got a rigid inflatable boat (RIB) and you’re looking for a battery to start your engine or power your onboard electronics. But how do you know which battery is the right battery? Whether you’re new to marine batteries or don’t know which one to choose for your RIB, you’ve come to the right place. …
If you’ve been boating or fishing for any length of time, you’ve probably heard about the different kinds of marine batteries out there. You may have heard that AGM and gel batteries are some of the best types of marine batteries you can buy. But what are AGM and gel batteries? Are they the same …
With the sun shining brightly and your marine battery undercharged, you are yearning to charge your battery and go for a nice boat ride. But you don’t have a traditional battery charger available. You don’t even have a trickle charger. So what should you do? You remember the solar panels that you have in your …
Your trolling motor has been like a best friend. It gives you full command of your boat. With it, you have out-maneuvered even the smartest of fish. When the fish try to slip away, you have been able to steer your boat in the right direction, all but forcing the fish to gravitate to your …
Some types of boat batteries need water added to them. You have probably heard this, and you’re wondering if you should add water to your own batteries. But what type of water should you use? Does it matter, or is there some specific type or purity of water that you will have to buy? Is …
Every boater should know how old his or her marine batteries are. The batteries are arguably the most important items on your boat— they give your boat life. It is necessary to know the age of your batteries so you can properly maintain your boat’s electrical system and help prevent any issues. No boater wants …
If you have batteries on your boat, you may find it extra work to hook up and disconnect a portable charger every time you have to charge the batteries. Perhaps you’re wondering: is it okay to just hook up the charger once and leave it on all the time? Is it okay to leave the …
You have a marine battery that has been pronounced as dead by the marine store technician. Of course, he would prefer that you buy a new battery. You are determined to see if you can get the marine battery to take a charge. That would give you extra funds that you could put toward some …
If you’re new to using rechargeable batteries, you may think you can stick them on the charger and leave them. But did you know that doing this can actually cause some serious problems with your battery? Unless you have a smart charger to monitor your battery’s charging progress, you run the risk of overcharging your …
If you have any electronics on your boat, then chances are marine batteries are an important part of your setup. But despite their ability to start your boat engine or provide hours of power to your devices, marine batteries are not invulnerable. As their charge is used up, their voltage tends to drop. And if …
Marine batteries have a tough life. Unlike a car battery, which starts the car with a jolt of power and then is allowed to recharge, marine batteries must also fill the role of a more traditional battery keeping the lights, pumps, and other boat functions operational after providing that quick surge. With this in mind, …
You have tried the other charger types to charge your marine battery. This includes a and a . Now, you want to see if you can charge your marine battery with a regular charger. But are there any cons to using a regular charger? Is there a step-by-step guide to completing the task? You are …
Marine batteries generally fall under two broad categories: maintenance-free, and those that require regular maintenance. If you have a battery that requires maintenance, then one of the things you’ll need to do is add water from time to time. But why is this necessary? And how do you do it? Keep reading! In this article, …
If you are planning to install batteries on your boat, you may be wondering if you need to secure them inside protective boxes. But before investing in battery boxes, you may have a few questions about their purpose. What is a marine battery box, and what is it used for? Where do you mount a …
Pontoon boats come in many different shapes and sizes. But, whether you have a large multi-passenger pontoon or a small single-seater, chances are you’ll need at least one battery to power your motors and electronics. So, what are some of the best marine batteries for pontoon boats? What are their best features and functions? And, …
It can be terrifying to imagine being stranded out on the open water on your boat. Your engine won’t start. You don’t know who to call, or what to do next. Luckily you can prevent that from happening (or happening again) if you only had a marine battery switch on your boat. A marine battery …