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The Vipow Gel Battery 6 V / 4.5 Ah has become an alternative to classic lead-acid batteries. Unlike the latter, gel models are maintenance-free batteries. This means they do not require electrolyte topping up. What speaks in their favor is the sealed casing and electrolyte in the form of gel. This guarantees that it will not leak, allowing the battery to be stored in any position and making it more resistant to shocks. Durability of the Gel Battery One of the biggest advantages of gel batteries is their lifespan. Among those available on the market, this type is distinguished by the longest lifespan, as it can work for even several decades with proper use. Importantly, gel batteries also have greater resistance to changing and extreme weather conditions. Automatic self-discharge (25°C) Gel batteries can be stored for many months without the need for charging. Their capacity decreases to:- 91% after 3 months- 82% after 6 months- 64% after 9 months. Selecting a Gel Battery Appropriate dimensions are not everything. When choosing a battery, attention must also be paid to its capacity - it should not exceed 110% or be lower than 90% of the capacity recommended for the device you plan to power. It is also essential to consider the output voltage, whose value must be very close to the recommended one (+/-0.2 V). Applications of Gel Batteries Gel batteries are used in motorcycles, golf carts, or lawn mowers, among other things. They are also utilized in uninterruptible power supplies, photovoltaic installations, alarm systems, or electric toys. Moreover, these batteries can be found in cars with a large number of electrical devices, e.g., in campers. They are then used not for starting the vehicle but for powering electronic equipment. Charger for Gel Battery For the charger to work properly and not damage the battery, it needs to have the correctly adjusted current and voltage. At different stages of charging, these values will differ from each other, which is why it is worth choosing an automatic charger that will not only adjust the appropriate charging current and voltage but also shut off when the battery is fully charged.
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