Mobility scooter batteries are the driving force of your scooter and taking good care of them will pay bonuses in longer life and improved performance.
Your mobility scooter will have either one or two batteries which provide the electrical energy to drive the motor. Scooter batteries are available in two varieties, GEL batteries or AGM batteries.
What is the difference between the two types? The fundamental difference is in the construction and the way that the energy is stored, it is not necessary to go into the details but to decide which battery to buy here are the main pros and cons to each:
Gel Batteries: GEL batteries are designed for a long, slow discharge as opposed to a lead acid battery which a car uses for which the power is required in short, powerful bursts, to turn the engine.
The GEL battery has good recovery rates from a full discharge and a wider operating temperature band. It also has a lower self discharge rate which means if it is left for long periods without use it will not be 'flat' when you need it.
This sort of battery does not suffer from battery memory either so even if it has not been recharged fully it will still continue to function properly.
The major drawback to a GEL battery is price which is higher than for an AGM battery. This extra is worth paying
I believe for the reasons given above. The Gel battery will be more convenient, operate for longer and give better performance.
The AGM battery is more similar to a car battery in construction although the design and materials used make it more resistant to knocks and bangs and it will not leak if the casing is damaged. The AGM is generally smaller and reacts more quickly to a heavy discharge.
The drawbacks to the AGM battery are that it is usually heavier and more prone to damage if discharged fully. The deep discharge of a flat battery can reduce it's life significantly.
Whichever mobility scooter batteries you decide to purchase make sure you follow all the manufacturers care and safety instructions especially with regard to charging. All chargers are not the equal and it is difficult for the layman to tell the difference between them, always use the correct charger.
Battery life for your mobility scooter will vary according to the use to which it is put, factors which affect your batteries life are, how often it is used, the recharging cycles it is put through, the depth of discharge and how long and how often it is charged for. It is generally recommended to charge the battery after each use and to leave it charging for around twelve hours.
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