6-volt RV batteries are used for powering a camper, motor home, or truck camper. This type of battery is primarily used to charge the starting battery on cars and boats. Other uses include a remotely operated vehicle or a power tool. The 6-volt RV batteries are also used to power small devices such as lights and radios in your RV.
6-volt RV battery features
6-volt RV batteries have a nominal voltage of 6 V. These batteries have a higher capacity than the usual 4- or 8-volt batteries. They also have a smaller Amp output, lower discharge rate, and lower internal resistance. The 6-volt RV battery can be considered a maintenance-free battery because they do not lose much capacity as they age. However, they do tend to lose some capacity over time. The 6-volt RV batteries are well suited for camper vans and weekend trailers where one might never use the complete charge of the battery.
6-volt RV battery charging
There are many different types of charging systems for a 6-volt RV battery. They can range from the basic crank-battery charger to a solar panel charge controller. The charging system will determine how often you need to top up your batteries. The 6-volt RV batteries are best charged at 10 amps for 4 or 8 hours at a minimum and trickle charge overnight, once or twice a week. They should not be left for too long on a fast charge. The batteries of three-cell 6-volt RV batteries are charged in the same way as four-cell batteries. Most 6-volt RV batteries use lead-acid battery technology and have a charging voltage of 14.6 volts. There are three ways you can use to measure the voltage of your 6-volt RV battery: using an analog meter, using a digital meter, and using a multi-meter (voltage tester).
What are the best 6-volt RV batteries?
The best 6-volt RV batteries are Absorbent Glass Mat and Lithium (LiFePO4 Lithium Iron Phosphate) Batteries. These are both manufactured by AGM company. These 6-volt RV batteries have a long lifespan compared to other batteries. These batteries contain no liquids that spill if tipped. That is why they are called absorbent glass mats. They have a much higher discharge current than other batteries. They are more expensive than the conventional types but they have a longer lifespan and should be used in applications where they will not be charged often as they drain very slowly. Contact us today to learn more about our batteries.