To get to all the places you need to go, it’s important to have the right battery for your RV travel trailer. While you can stay at campsites and travel centers on the road, you often need to rely on your trailer as an alternate source of power. Having the right battery on hand ensures a safe and reliable source of power on demand. The experts at Northeast Battery will gladly provide recommendations.
Types of Batteries
In order to get the right battery for your travel trailer, you will need to understand your vehicle’s electrical system and the different battery options available.
Chassis
Chassis batteries, otherwise known as Starting batteries, power the engine on your RV. They are similar to the battery in a car, but they have higher Cold Cranking Amps (CCAs) due to their larger size. Any replacement Chassis battery that you get should have a CCA rating equal to or higher than your current battery’s levels.
Deep-Cycle
Deep-Cycle batteries are used in an RV to provide power for accessories. They are used as a source of electricity for your water heater, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and other appliances. Deep-Cycle batteries generally come in two configurations, which are 6V and 12V, although 12V batteries are the most common battery size. Deep-Cycle batteries are used fairly frequently, which means they generally need to be charged more often than Starting batteries. They can be recharged using shoreline power or even solar panels depending on your RV’s electrical configurations. There are several kinds of Deep-Cycle batteries that you can get for your vehicle, including:
• Conventional Flooded Electrolyte
• Gel
• Absorbed Glass Mat(AGM)
Conventional Flooded Electrolyte batteries are the most common. They are the most affordable and provide reliable power. These batteries require more maintenance than other types, and they are not the best for hot weather. Gel batteries are fast-charging and require minimal maintenance. They also last for a while. AGM batteries last longer than traditional batteries. They also charge more rapidly, but they generally cost more.
Marine
Despite the name, Marine batteries are perfectly suited for use on land, including your RV. Marine batteries provide a source of power that’s somewhere in between the household-style power capacity of Deep-Cycle batteries and the start-up power of Charging batteries. Marine batteries, therefore, are frequently used as an alternative to either type of battery. They are less expensive than many Deep-Cycle batteries, which makes them an appealing choice for those who want to save money on the road.
If you’re considering a Marine battery, you’ll want to consider its power ratings to ensure you have the best fit for your trailer.
• AH Rating
• RC Rating
The AH rating, or “Amp-Hours” rating, measures the maximum amps that your battery can produce over a period of 20 hours. The Marine battery’s RC rating, on the other hand, means “Reserve Capacity.” This number indicates the length of time that the Marine battery can sustain a 25-amp load.
If you are looking for the ideal battery for your RV, contact the experts at Northeast Battery today to help you find the right solution.