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May 25, 2026

Marine Battery Fuses: MRBF, ANL and Class T Explained

Marine battery fuse guide: why the main cable needs a fuse, how to size it, MRBF vs ANL vs Class T, where to mount…

May 25, 2026

LiFePO4 vs Other Lithium-Ion Chemistries for Boats

LiFePO4 vs other lithium-ion chemistries for boats: thermal stability, cycle life, voltage and weight, and why marine batteries use lithium iron phosphate.

May 24, 2026

Running a Small Boat on One Battery: Is It a Good Idea?

Running a small boat on one battery: when a single battery works, the risks, choosing a dual-purpose battery, backups, charging and when to add…

May 23, 2026

How to Charge Trolling Motor Batteries (12V, 24V and 36V)

How to charge trolling motor batteries at 12V, 24V and 36V: multi-bank vs single-output chargers, lithium vs AGM profiles, charge times and common mistakes.

May 23, 2026

Group 24 vs 27 vs 31 Marine Batteries

Group 24 vs 27 vs 31 marine batteries compared: approximate size, typical capacity, cranking, weight and which size suits your boat and battery box.

May 22, 2026

What Marine Surveyors Look for in Battery Installations

What a marine survey checks on batteries: securing, terminal covers, fusing, switches, cables, ventilation, chargers and lithium installs, and how to prepare.

May 21, 2026

What a BMS Does Inside a Lithium Marine Battery

What a BMS does inside a lithium marine battery: overcharge, over-discharge, current and temperature protection, cell balancing, and what happens when it trips.

May 21, 2026

ACR vs Battery Isolator vs DC-DC Charger

ACR vs battery isolator vs DC-DC charger: how each one shares charging between batteries, pros and cons, lithium compatibility and which suits your boat.