
Industrial Batteries

Industrial Batteries are designed to last much longer than consumer batteries and are able to perform in some of the most extreme environmental conditions. The longevity, reliability and performance are critical when these batteries are installed in remote locations that make it extremely difficult to replace.
When selecting an industrial battery for an application, there are different types to consider. Lead acid batteries are the most common used for industrial applications. They are maintenance-free, have a relatively large power-to-weight ratio and are cost effective.
Long life batteries are specialized for remote applications where frequent replacement is not ideal. These include applications like solar, telecom, or marine applications. These batteries not only have a high capacity, but also a long life expectancy for the battery, even under continuous charge.
Deep cycle batteries are designed to deliver steady power with lower current draw over an extended period of time, rather than delivering high bursts of power over short periods of time. This allows the battery to discharge significantly before it must be recharged to complete the cycle.
High cycle batteries and high discharge rate batteries are designed to deliver a burst of power in a short amount of time. With increased voltage capacity, efficiency, and surge current capabilities, these batteries are ideal for applications such as starter functions or UPS applications.
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FAQs
What kind of chargers are commonly used for industrial batteries?
An industrial battery is typically charged using an industrial battery charger. These chargers come in various types, including: float chargers, fast chargers, opportunity chargers and smart chargers.
What kind of equipment uses industrial batteries?
Industrial batteries are used to power various types of equipment and systems, including: forklifts, electric vehicles, backup power systems, renewable energy systems, marine applications, mining equipment, telecommunication equipment and so much more.
Top 5 Things to Know About Industrial Batteries
Temperature
Hot environments increase the AMP hour rating of a battery, while cold environments decrease the AMP hour rating. However, heat will drastically reduce the overall life of a battery. The normal operating temperature for most batteries is about 77 degrees. Every 15 degrees above that mark will reduce the battery life by half. Operating or storing a battery in cooler temperatures, will actually increase the life of the battery.
Depth of Discharge
Most batteries are rated to be discharged 80% or down to 20% of the total capacity of the battery. If the battery is discharged more than that, it can damage the battery and cause it to have a shorter lifespan. Ideally, the battery should not be discharged more than 50% of the total capacity. This allows the battery to last for the longest amount of time possible. Each time a battery is discharged and recharged, it is referred to as a cycle. Batteries are rated for the number of cycles they have in their life or for a specific amount of time, for example, five years. If a battery is rated for five years or 5,000 cycles, it lasts for one or the other. For example, if a battery is cycled 5,000 times in one year, the battery after that time will be dead. If it is cycled 250 times over five years, after five years, the battery will be dead.
Sizing the battery
It is important to take into consideration the AMP hour rating of the battery and the load requirements of the system. Because of the depth of discharge rule, plan to use 50 to 80% of the total battery capacity, typically resulting in upsizing the battery for the system.
Construction of the battery
Batteries that have thinner, smaller plates will degrade more quickly over time, whereas, sealed lead acid batteries have thicker, immobilized plates that allow those batteries to last a much longer.
Do not under charge the battery
This is caused when a battery is discharged and recharged to a not full state, or less than 100% of the total capacity of the battery. Continually allowing the battery to operate in a partially charged state, or not at 100%, can lead to lead sulfate formation, or Sulphation, which can reduce battery performance and eventually lead to battery failure.