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Enertec Enters The Lithium Ion Age

Enertec’s lithium iron phosphate batteries offer significant advantages such as improved discharge and charge efficiency, longer life span and the ability to deep cycle while maintaining power compared to lead-acid and other lithium batteries. You can expect LiFePO4 batteries to come with a higher price tag, but a much better total cost of ownership. These batteries are a worthwhile investment and a smart long-term solution as there is no maintenance and they come with a super long life.

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Lithium batteries provide up to 10 times the cycle life than lead-acid batteries, and they still provide 80% of rated capacity after 2,000 cycles. Most lithium-ion batteries last around five years or more. The average lead-acid battery lasts just two years.

LiFePO4 batteries are typically half the mass, reducing concerns about battery weight and provide more energy than lead-acid batteries and Compared to other battery chemistries, lithium provides the same or greater energy at less than half the size and weight. This results in more flexibility and an easier installation.

6 Reasons to Invest in Lithium Technology

  • Long Lasting
  • Quick Recharge Time
  • Powerful
  • Efficient
  • Light in weight
  • It Is the New Age