[chbot] Deep Cycle Batteries for caravan

[Henri Shustak]

If you are seeking a charge controller typically the more expensive units are worth the money (if you value reliability and long battery life). The previous comment from Steve regarding LiFePO4 is an excellent point.

I will add that you may want to look at Lead Carbon batteries. Assuming your charge controller is able to re-configured to support them. They are hard to beat for the price. As long as weight is not a big deal they are really a good option for this kind of application. They will do well even if discharged deeply and they offer excellent cycle life.

All that said, if you are not cycling them a lot, then a typical deep cycle gel cells are probably going to work out to be less expensive.

Happy to assist with sourcing any bits for this project, then just flick me a message back.


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> On 23/08/2017, at 5:02 PM, Rob de Voer <rob at businesspalz.com> wrote:
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> Hi,
> 
> Seeing the discussion regarding batteries reminded me to sort my caravan out.
> 
> I just got a caravan and need to get one or more deep cycle batteries (hooked up to solar panels).
> 
> Batteries are expected to supply several 12v lights and USB chargers plus a 300W invertor (typically supplying about 100W to mini fridge).
> 
> Any brands to stay away from or recommended?
> 
> Also open for suggestions to buy them from.
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> 
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