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7 September 2014
The principle of operation and application of sealed lead batteries
Technology has really advanced and one thing that we can commend this growth to is the elimination of the unsealed batteries. The much inconvenience that was associated with these batteries is what led to invention of the current brands of batteries that are popularly known as the sealed batteries. These batteries are designed to utilize the con that was in flooded batteries to make it their pro. That is, they have no filler caps meaning that you will never add acid or open them while charging. This is what is making them very popular since they are easier to work with unlike the flooded acid batteries. There are different technologies used to manufacturing these batteries like the AGM but the sealed lead batteries have been the best choice to go for in the market.
Sealed lead batteries are the most modern types of the batteries that we have today which were first invented in 1970s. They are specially made and compared to the unsealed battery, they very much advanced technologically. They are designed to operate in what is popularly known as maintenance-free condition. You do not have to open the caps while charging to release the gas. This is problem have been solved by keeping the minimum content inside the battery under a slight pressure. By doing this, the gas produced while charging is condensed into liquid form back to the battery plates. This means that very little acid is used and thus there is no need to replenish the battery with acid in future. This has been the main principle that has made the sealed lead acid batteries very popular among many.
Today, sealed lead acid batteries are the trend in the market. Their applications are all and everyone is using them. Make a guess where you have it, they popularly used in car or a motorcycle. these two areas are the biggest consumers of this product. That battery that your phone is using applies the principle of sealed lead acid battery. Another area where you may be having these batteries is in the Uninterruptable power supply (UPS) which are the backup power supplies of the computer systems.
These batteries have incredible charge retention and they can go for days not only in vehicles but also in other areas. They have found good use in some of the most sensitive areas including the hospitals’ ICUs, research sensitive laboratories and also much in the aeronautical field. These are places that require very strong power backups and these sealed batteries are the perfect choice. They are also used in emergency lighting and on wheelchairs. They are very efficient, effective and last longer while they are used in stationary conditions with less or no movement.
Sealed lead acid batteries are designed to cost less, give dependable services and be maintenance-free to satisfy the market needs and demand. Although they have low energy density and rated as environmentally unfriendly, their plenty of advantages out ways these cons by far. They are very reliable and once you have it, you are guaranteed quality services. Always remember to store them in a charged condition and you will indeed enjoy their service for a long period of time.
If you need a new battery for your car, bike, truck or boat then please give us a call on 1300 468 931. We offer 24/7 free delivery and installation on all batteries.
