PV
Presentation
GELVS AGM
Batteries
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Amin
Jana
-AGM Batteries
Sealed lead acid
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Absorbent Glass Matt & is similar to SLA battery
-both have lead plates+ electrolyte +
value for
gas escape.
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tre Ve
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produce water ind read of
hydrogen
electrodes by-re plate thus maintaining water content
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A fiberglass mat isplaced between both electrodes to hold the
Sponge like
electrolyte and prevent
any spillages. ,
-creates a
largerSit for electrodes to contact the electrolyte
without flooding.
-lasts =
5yrs & may last up to 8-10 yes.
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suitable for off-road vehicles. -more efficient of low temp.
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generates high power. - low Rinternal - high Vap
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high power density lowcharge time &
withstands high current "suitable for starting
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cars
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vibration resistant
doesn't handle deed & repeated
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very expensive. -
costingto manufacture charging/discharging cycles-
-senstive to high voltages & over charging .
-can be used in small
solar
systems.
-Must not be stored in a
discharged state to minimize sultation
-Avoid over/under charging
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each cell hasav
AGM
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lead calcium thin plate pure lead (TPPL)
-Thick plates so don't -
Has high CCA rating
allow for pulse starting -
deep cycle 400 =
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support deep charging - fast charging-fast discharging
-lead plates alloyed with caline-up to 12 yes
-easily recycled & environmental friendly
-very
thin plates of pure lead.
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Suitable for small solar applications
must choose correct charger "large capacity large changer
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General Characteristics of AGM Batteries:
Voltage:
Nominal voltage per cell: 2V
Most common configurations: 12V (6 cells), though 6V and 24V versions also exist.
Capacity (Ah):
Ranges from a few Ah (7–20 Ah) in small applications to several hundred Ah (100–250+ Ah) for deep-cycle or solar storage applications.
Capacity depends on the discharge rate and temperature.
Internal Resistance:
Relatively low internal resistance, typically in the range of 2–10 mΩ for large batteries, leading to good high-current performance.
Cycle Life:
300–500 cycles at 100% depth of discharge (DoD)
Up to 1,000+ cycles at 50% DoD
Designed more for standby and occasional deep cycling rather than continuous deep cycling.
Charge Voltage:
Float voltage: ~13.5–13.8V (for 12V battery)
Bulk/absorption voltage: ~14.4–14.7V
Voltage must be temperature-compensated to avoid overcharging.
Self-Discharge Rate:
Very low: around 1–3% per month at 25°C.
Good for long-term storage with minimal maintenance.
Temperature Range:
Operating: -15°C to +50°C
Optimal: 20–25°C (for best performance and longest life)
Charging below 0°C is not recommended unless the charger is temperature-compensated.
Maximum Discharge Current:
Can deliver high surge currents, up to 10x their rated Ah capacity for short durations (e.g., for starting engines or handling inrush currents).
Efficiency:
Charge efficiency: around 85–95%
General Characteristics of Gel Batteries:
1. Voltage:
• Nominal voltage per cell: 2V
• Common configurations: 12V (6 cells), also available in 6V and 24V setups.
2. Capacity (Ah):
• Typical ranges: 10 Ah to 200+ Ah
• Gel batteries are often used where longer discharge durations are needed rather than high bursts of current.
3. Internal Resistance:
• Higher than AGM batteries, typically 3–20 mΩ, which means they are less suitable for high-current applications.
• Designed for steady, low-rate discharge.
4. Cycle Life:
• 500–1000 cycles at 100% DoD
• Up to 1500+ cycles at 50% DoD
• Generally longer lifespan than AGM if used properly.
5. Charge Voltage:
• Float voltage: ~13.5–13.8V
• Absorption/Bulk charge voltage: ~14.1–14.4V
• Charging should be more gentle and controlled to avoid gas bubbles damaging the gel structure.
• Temperature compensation is crucial.
6. Self-Discharge Rate:
• Very low: about 1–2% per month at 25°C
• Excellent for long-term standby use.
7. Temperature Range:
• Operating: -20°C to +50°C
• Optimal: 20–25°C
• Perform better than AGM in high temperatures, but charging in sub-zero temperatures can cause irreversible
damage.
8. Maximum Discharge Current:
• Lower than AGM: usually around 3–5 times rated Ah capacity.
• Not ideal for applications that require high surge currents.
9. Efficiency:
• Charging efficiency: 80–90%
• Slightly lower than AGM due to slower chemical reaction rate and tighter charge control.
