When Should You Switch Over To An AGM Battery?

Many people may find that their batteries need to be replaced, or at least recharged, more often than they should. But what does this signify for the battery’s life? This post will go through AGM battery and how to detect whether your battery needs to be changed.

AGM battery

An AGM battery is a type of battery that uses a gas-guzzling internal combustion engine to generate power, rather than relying on an external source such as a solar panel. This gives the battery an extended lifespan and prevents it from becoming unusable due to power outages. In addition, AGM batteries are more accurate when predicting their discharge rate and are less likely to suffer from short circuits or overcharging.

What is the difference between a flooded and a sealed AGM battery?

A flooded battery has water inside the battery cells. A sealed battery does not have any water inside the battery cells. To get your automobile going when the battery is low, you could consider using a jump starter. But if the battery is an AGM battery, that could be a bad idea.

AGM batteries are sealed and flooded cells. A sealed cell has a gas-tight seal between the anode (the negative electrode) and the cathode (the positive electrode). This type of battery is resistant to water infiltration and will not corrode. However, they also require periodic maintenance to ensure proper seals and performance.

Flooded cells have open cells where water can enter and condense on the anode and cathode. This allows for corrosion, so these batteries should only be used in applications where rain or snow won’t frequent the area.

How to switch your battery over to an AGM battery?

AGM batteries have several benefits over lead-acid batteries, such as longer life and better performance in extreme conditions. Here are four tips for switching your battery over to an AGM battery:

1. Consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual. Many vehicles now come equipped with AGM batteries, so it’s important to familiarize yourself with the proper procedure for changing them.

2. Remove the old battery. If your vehicle doesn’t have an AGM battery option, you’ll need to remove the old lead-acid battery first. Be sure to label each connector and wire accordingly so you can reattach them in the correct order when you install the new AGM battery.

3. Prepare the new AGM battery. Before installing the new battery, make sure all of the wires are properly connected and that there are no sharp edges on any of the terminals. Also, ensure that there is adequate ventilation around the new battery – it can generate heat during installation.

4. Install the new AGM battery. If your vehicle has an adapter plate or socket for a lead-acid battery, be sure to use it when installing the new AGM battery.

Otherwise, you may run into compatibility issues later on down the road. Once everything is in place, tighten all of the bolts and connectors until their snug, then test everything out by starting your engine

Wrapping It Up

If you’re using a lead-acid battery in your vehicle, it’s important to switch over to an AGM battery sooner rather than later. The main reason for this is that the lead-acid battery will eventually reach its end of life and need to be replaced. An AGM battery doesn’t have this problem because it can be “recharged” – which means it can draw on stored energy from the acid electrolyte – up to 1000 times before it needs to be replaced. If you want to maintain your automobile operating smoothly and effectively, you should upgrade to an AGM battery immediately if you haven’t already.