Marine Batteries Shipped to Charleston, SC
Charleston sits at the meeting of the Ashley and Cooper rivers, which locals say form the Atlantic Ocean. Its harbor, marsh creeks and barrier islands give boaters almost endless water to explore.
Boaters in Charleston order from us online and we ship to them. Every lithium battery over $150 and every lead-acid or AGM battery ships free by curbside freight anywhere in the lower 48 states, and parts and chargers ship free on orders of $150 or more.
Where Charleston boaters launch and cruise
Charleston Harbor opens to the ocean between Fort Sumter and Sullivan’s Island. The Ashley, Cooper and Wando rivers run inland, and the Intracoastal Waterway winds through marsh behind the islands. Folly River, Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant and the Isle of Palms marinas are local boating centers, with public ramps across the region.
Charleston’s summers are hot and humid and hurricanes are a real risk, so boats on lifts and in marinas should have batteries charged and switched off before a storm.
Boats and fishing in Charleston
Redfish on the flood-tide flats in the spartina grass, trout and flounder in the creeks, and cobia in spring. Offshore boats run to the reefs and the Gulf Stream for mahi, wahoo and tuna. Bay boats, center consoles and sailboats are all common.
Battery care for Charleston boats
Lowcountry tides of 5 to 6 feet mean strong currents. Keep trolling batteries charged and choose capacity for the conditions.
Salt marsh creeks and inlets are tough on boats. Secure batteries well for rough inlet runs, and rinse terminals after salt trips.
The Southeast Atlantic coast has hot summers and mild winters. Most boats stay in use year round, but some owners lay up for a few months in winter. Keep batteries charged and terminals clean.
Battery types and sizes for Charleston
Bay boats, skiffs and shallow-water rigs
In Charleston, a typical inshore setup is a cranking battery for the outboard, two or three deep-cycle batteries for a 24V or 36V trolling motor, and an onboard charger to bring them all back overnight. Lithium is the popular upgrade because it holds full thrust until it is nearly empty and recharges quickly, but a good AGM deep-cycle battery is still a solid, lower-cost choice.
Twin-engine and offshore boats
Center consoles that run offshore from Charleston usually have one cranking battery per engine plus a house battery for electronics, pumps and lights. For cranking, a Group 27 or 31 AGM with high marine cranking amps is the common choice. A lithium dual-purpose battery like the EPOCH 172Ah can serve as a house battery and an emergency start, and it weighs a fraction of an equivalent AGM.
Sailboats and cruising boats
Sailboats and cruisers in Charleston rely on a house bank for lights, refrigeration, instruments and an autopilot, plus a starting battery for the auxiliary engine. A bank of 6V golf-cart batteries wired in series is a traditional choice; lithium banks like the EPOCH 12V 300Ah or Battle Born 100Ah give more usable capacity and recharge faster from solar or the engine.
How shipping to Charleston works
- Free lithium freight: lithium batteries over $150 ship free, curbside, to the lower 48.
- Parts and chargers: free shipping when your cart subtotal is $150 or more.
- Lead-acid and AGM: free curbside truck freight to the lower 48, the same as lithium.
- Curbside means the driver brings the shipment to the end of the truck at your curb or driveway.
- Inside delivery, or hard-to-reach spots like marinas with restricted access, may cost extra, so a home or business address is usually best.
Recommended products
A few batteries that suit the boats we see from Charleston. Click through for current price and specs.
- EPOCH 36V 50Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (1.92kWh) (36V 50Ah LiFePO4, Group 31 footprint, 35 lb, internal heating for cold charging)
- Interstate 31M-AGM 12V Group 31M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 925 CCA (12V 100Ah AGM, 925 CCA, Group 31M footprint)
- EPOCH 12V 300Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (3.84kWh) (12V 300Ah LiFePO4, Group 31 footprint, 58 lb, internal heating for cold charging)
- Interstate LI31M36V50 36V 50Ah Group 31M Lithium Marine Battery (36V 50Ah LiFePO4, Group 31M footprint)
- Interstate 27M-AGM 12V Group 27M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 850 CCA (12V 85Ah AGM, 850 CCA, Group 27M footprint)
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EPOCH
EPOCH 36V 50Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (1.92kWh)
$749.00or 4 interest-free payments of $187.25
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Interstate
Interstate 31M-AGM 12V Group 31M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 925 CCA
$459.95or 4 interest-free payments of $114.99
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EPOCH
EPOCH 12V 300Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (3.84kWh)
$1,249.00or 4 interest-free payments of $312.25
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Interstate
Interstate LI31M36V50 36V 50Ah Group 31M Lithium Marine Battery
$1,204.95or 4 interest-free payments of $301.24
Charleston shipping FAQ
Can you ship to my marina?
We can ship to most addresses, but marinas with restricted access or no way to receive freight may cost extra or need special arrangements. A home or business address is usually easiest. Contact us before you order if you want to ship to a marina.
Is lithium shipping really free to Charleston?
Yes. Lithium batteries over $150 ship free by curbside truck freight to addresses in the lower 48 states, including Charleston.
Who schedules the delivery?
The freight carrier calls the delivery phone number you enter at checkout to set up a delivery window. Someone needs to be there to inspect the shipment and sign.
More of South Carolina
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