Why Buy AGM Batteries from DuraStart?
Originally developed for use in military aircrafts, AGM, or Absorbed Glass Mat batteries are the go-to option for applications like snowmobiles, marine batteries and RV batteries. When you opt for an AGM, you're going to be able to see (and feel) an immediate difference over flooded batteries.
Flooded batteries, also called "wet-cell batteries," are the original type of rechargeable battery. They're commonly found in aviation, electric utilities, and energy storage or cellphone towers.
The battery contains a liquid electrolyte that is "flooded" such as sulfuric acid, a dangerous corrosive liquid that damages what it comes into contact with AGM is different because this fluid is contained in each inner "cell" of the battery rather than being "free-floating" in the battery's shell.
Top 4 differences when going with an AGM over wet-cell battery?
- Shock-absorbing separators resist vibration and damage.
- Enhanced durability designs withstand wear of extended cycling service.
- Superior electrolyte retention prevents dry out and acid leaks.
- Lower current resistant separators improve current flow for faster starts.
How are all these benefits possible? Let's take a look at the technology in the DuraStart AGM batteries... or check out our selection online.
Inside DuraStart AGM Batteries
If you opened this battery up, inside you'd find lead alloy plates surrounded by ultra-fine glass fiber insulators that keeps the electrolyte fluid evenly suspended throughout the single frame. This frame is then compression packed with other frames to get your DuraStart AGM battery base.
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This compression provides minimal internal resistance and also protects against vibration damage usually associated with flooded cell batteries.
AGM functions better than flooded cells because each of those ultra-fine glass mats absorbs electrolyte fluid like a sponge, so there is no free flowing fluid or "gaps" that you could possibly get in a flooded cell battery. These tightly packed cells and absolute coverage of fluid help protect against corrosion and freezing- PLUS it improves energy transfer between cells and your charger. That means if you buy an AGM battery, you'll have a battery that lasts longer, and charges faster than a traditional flooded battery.
The internal anatomy of DuraStart AGM batteries is also a step ahead of competitive models because of the "flat-plat" internal structure. Some AGM batteries utilize a "spiral grid" internal structure for the lead and glass frames- if you think about it logically, placing circles INSIDE a square will leave negative space, and that "negative space" is basically wasted energy-generating area. When you go with an AGM battery from DuraStart, they utilize a "flat-plate" structure which means that ALL available space inside the battery is used to power your equipment.
DuraStart AGM Outputs
When you are looking for reliable batteries for all of your work and play applications, you can't beat the AGM choice, and here's why
- As the glass mat becomes saturated with the electrolyte fluid, it allows the oxygen to recombine with hydrogen gas and form water internally, which eliminates the need for any water refilling- this means you have a lot less issues with maintenance and you don't have to fill the cell with distilled water.
- Another benefit? Besides being extremely shock resistant, the battery is completely encapsulated which means, if you are boating or looking for a marine application battery, the AGM is completely submersible- and it won't be damaged.
- It won't leak! Because there is only enough electrolyte fluid to keep the lead plates INSIDE the glass mats wet, that means if this battery cracks or breaks, there is no excess fluid to spill everywhere-. This also means they can be placed at any angle the perfect option for camping or RVing.
Conclusions on AGM
The technology used in DuraStart AGM batteries makes it an all-around better choice compared with traditional flooded cell batteries. When you buy AGM from DuraStart, you get American made quality with the assurance that your battery fits your needs.
We stock a wide range of AGM choices at the store, if you have any questions, send them to us in the comments, we'll work to get back to you within 24-hours.