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What Does "Untested" Battery Mean?
What does "untested" battery mean? Every once in a while we get asked this question, mainly by those new to DIY batteries. Our regular customers will have noticed that all of our product listings containing "untested" batteries have a brief explanation at the bottom of the listing info, but here we'll provide a more detailed explanation for those that would like more clarity on this question.
How to Calculate Your Energy Usage for Going Solar
How to calculate your energy usage for going solar. There are plenty of advantages for building your own DIY solar system. Maybe you want energy independence, or to reduce your electric bills, or maybe you want to protect yourself from rising energy costs, maybe you'd like to make extra money doing "net metering", or maybe you just like the environmentally friendly aspects of solar power. Want it for your home, RV, off-grid cabin, remote site, or commercial space / workshop? Wherever you need it and whatever your motivation is, others have made their own DIY solar systems and so can you! Here's a helpful guide to help you figure it out how to calculate your energy usage for going solar...
Calculating the discharge rate of a lithium-ion battery
The more you know about working with lithium ion batteries, the better. One important thing to know about your battery is it's discharge rate. Calculating the discharge rate of a lithium-ion battery is useful for several reasons: Battery life: The discharge rate can affect the battery's lifespan. Discharging a battery at a high rate can generate heat and reduce the battery's capacity and lifespan, while discharging at a low rate can improve the battery's lifespan but may not provide enough power for certain applications. By calculating the discharge rate, you can choose the appropriate discharge rate for your specific application...
Can I charge my lithium-ion battery with solar panels?
Yup, you can charge your lithium-ion battery using solar panels. This is especially for off-grid applications and for use in remote locations where grid power is unreliable or simply not available. To charge a lithium-ion battery using solar panels, you will need a ...
Why Jehu recommends using LiFePO4 batteries
LiFePO4 batteries have been around for a long time, but only recently have become cost-effective and accessible for DIY applications. One major advantage that LiFePO4 has over lithium-ion chemistries is its thermal and chemical stability, which means improved battery safety. Here's a list of why Jehu Garcia recommends using LiFePO4 batteries...
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