Handling Batteries Safely: Lifting, PPE and Tools
Battery handling safety gear for boaters: eye protection, gloves, insulated tools, carriers, terminal covers, baking soda and a fire extinguisher.
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Battle Born Batteries for Boats: Lineup Guide
A boater's guide to Battle Born lithium batteries: 12V 100Ah, group 24, GC2 and GC3 sizes, 24V models, base series, fuses and setup tips.
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One 24V Lithium Battery vs Two 12V Batteries in Series
One 24V lithium battery or two 12V batteries in series for your trolling motor? Compare weight, space, charging, cost, redundancy and wiring before you…
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Lithium Rhino vs EPOCH 36V Trolling Batteries
Lithium Rhino vs EPOCH 36V lithium trolling batteries: 65Ah and 120Ah kits vs EPOCH 36V 50Ah and 100Ah on capacity, heating, IP rating, warranty…
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Marine Battery Terminal Types: Studs, Posts and Wing Nuts
Marine battery terminal types explained: SAE posts, threaded studs, dual-terminal batteries, wing nuts, ring lugs, stacking, torque and corrosion care.
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Group 24 Marine Batteries: Fit, Capacity and Options
Group 24 marine battery guide: size, typical capacity and cranking ratings, lead-acid vs lithium options, and which boats a group 24 suits best.
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Dielectric Grease and Terminal Protectants: What Works
Dielectric grease on battery terminals: what it does, where to apply it, why it goes on after tightening, alternatives like terminal sprays, and saltwater…
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Multi-Bank Marine Chargers Explained
Multi-bank marine chargers explained: how independent banks work, wiring series trolling batteries, mixing chemistries, choosing bank count and amps.
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Choosing a Starting Battery for Inboard and Sterndrive Engines
How to choose an inboard or sterndrive starting battery: cranking specs, reserve capacity, engine-room heat, ventilation, sizes and chemistry.
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How Many Amps Should Your Battery Charger Be?
How many amps your battery charger should be: rules of thumb by battery size and chemistry, charge time math, max charge rates and multi-bank…
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