AGM Batteries
1) "Why is a maintenance-free
AGM motorcycle battery superior to most conventional motorcycle batteries?
"Maintenance-free AGM motorcycle batteries feature Absorbed Glass Mat
technology (AGM for short). This design dramatically improves a battery's
performance in the following areas:
A) True maintenance-free design, you'll never have to check or add electrolyte
again, unlike conventional batteries which require periodic fluid checks.
B) Liquid-free AGM design, will not leak or corrode on expensive paint and
chrome, and also eliminates corrosion around the battery terminals.
C) AGM batteries have less internal resistance which allows them to produce
more discharge current (cold cranking amperage) vs. comparable conventional
"wet" batteries,and AGM batteries also recharge faster
D) Better resistance to both heat and vibration, a major cause of failure
in conventional motorcycle batteries
E) Much slower self-discharge rate, (3% vs.15% per month) means longer periods
between battery recharging over periods of non-use, like winter months or
vacations.
2) "Can I expect longer service life
from a maintenance-free AGM motorcycle battery?"
"Yes, due to their sealed design, AGM batteries eliminate water loss
due to heat and evaporation. Most people don't check their conventional battery's
water level on a regular basis, and as the electrolyte level in the battery
goes down , sulphation begins, which will dramatically shorten a conventional
battery's life . Also the AGM battery's "Tight pack" lead calcium
construction provides better resistance to vibration, there by by increasing
it's service life."
3) "Do maintenance-free AGM motorcycle
batteries require special charging?"
No, most AGM motorcycle and powersport batteries can use the same low amp
battery chargers that conventional motorcycle batteries use. We recommend
a 1-2 amp "Smart" style charger, which will charge only to a certain
point then taper down and maintain the battery safely for long periods. Check
with the battery manufacturer or reseller on your particular battery's charging
requirements if you are unsure of which battery charger to purchase.
4) "Are maintenance-free AGM batteries safe?"
"Actually AGM batteries are safer the conventional wet or flooded motorcycle
batteries. The AGM design incorporates special safety valves in the battery
case, which are designed to prevent pressure build up inside the battery during
periods of excess over charging."
5) "What happens if I open a AGM battery's
case?"
"By opening a maintenance-free AGM battery's case, you release a set
internal pressure or psi, which is crucial in a AGM recombination design.
In compromising the case you are dramatically shortening it's service life
and voiding the battery's warranty. "
6) "How due I check a AGM battery's voltage?"
"Due to the fact that an AGM battery has a sealed case, all you need
is a volt meter to read it's voltage. A fully charged 12 volt AGM battery's
voltage should read about 12.7 volts."
7) "Can I expect more cranking amperage
from a sealed AGM battery?"
"Yes. Because of the AGM battery's more efficient design, there is less
internal resistance from one plate to another, allowing for faster current
discharge to reach the battery's terminals, i.e.. more cold cranking amperage."
8) "When I receive my new AGM battery,
do I need to charge it?"
"If your AGM battery is already factory activated, and pre-charged, then
it is ready to install. If your battery requires that you add electrolyte,
then you must charge the battery afterwards. Please read and follow the batterys
instructions carefully.
Wednesday, June 18, 2014 22:00