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The Canbat battery blog is designed to help battery distributors & end-users stay up to date with the battery industry and answer common battery questions. Canbat battery blog is an educational platform that aims to offer relevant battery information to battery distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and end consumers.
Canbat Technologies Blog
2y ago
Lithium Converter Replacement Units Here is what you need to know before upgrading your RV to a lithium battery setup. Locate and determine the type of your existing charger/converter in your RV. Note: There are 2 main types of converters in the RV industry. The first is Floor Mount and the second is ..read more
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2y ago
Why choosing the right solar charge controller is important An MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) Charge Controller is one that can deliver the best performance when it comes to charging up your batteries. It manages the charging of your batteries from the solar panels by converting a high voltage produced by your array to a ..read more
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2y ago
Charging Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries (LiFePO4) How to charge a LiFePO4 batteries? That is one of the most common questions we get from our customers. The answer is simple: use a LiFePO4 battery charger, of course. When charging LiFePO4 batteries, make sure that you are not using a charger meant for other lithium ion chemistries ..read more
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2y ago
To ensure your lithium battery meets industry safety and performance standards, check if it is UL 1642 certified and make sure a certificate of compliance is issued to the manufacturer. There are many factors that go into creating a high-performing, long-lasting and safe lithium iron phosphate battery (LiFePo4). It is important to understand that not ..read more
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2y ago
IEC 61427 Standard – Why is it important for solar batteries? IEC 61427 Standard Background In order to get the most life from a solar battery used in photovoltaic systems (PV), it must be discharged and recharged properly. Unfortunately, we have experienced many PV installers regularly undersize batteries to either reduce costs or because they ..read more
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2y ago
What is the difference between CCA and CA? Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) or Cranking Amps (CA) are ratings used when referring to the current (power) that a car battery can output. The difference between Cold Cranking Amps and Cranking Amps is that CCA is measured at around -18 degrees Celsius while CA is measured at ..read more
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2y ago
While the concept of energy storage has been around for decades, new solar power generation systems have received a lot of press lately. The number of homes and businesses venturing off the grid has increased drastically over the last few years and their upwards trajectory is showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, here ..read more
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2y ago
Charging AGM Batteries Properly To Maintain Battery Health Charging AGM batteries properly is a very important step in ensuring a long service life. AGM batteries are used for a wide range of applications. For example, they are used in powering your electronic devices, providing backup power to your UPS, powering your car and storing renewable ..read more
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2y ago
It’s safe to say that battery technology has evolved significantly over the last few decades. The days of wooden encasements and glass cells are long gone, and thanks to new advancements and specialized technologies, batteries are now more efficient, powerful, compact, and environmentally-friendlier than ever. One battery technology that has managed to stand the test ..read more
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2y ago
AGM VS Flooded Batteries Overview The purpose of this “AGM VS Flooded Batteries” article is to help you understand the differences and similarities of the two battery types. You are most likely using rechargeable batteries to operate one of the following: your vehicle, security alarm, industrial equipment or renewable energy systems. We are safely making ..read more