CAMEC 100AH SLA AGM BATTERY FULLY SEALED - 3 YEARS WARRANTY
SKU: 042885 Learn More»
Description
Camec 100AH SLA AGM Battery
Perfect for use with Camec Solar Panels, Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) batteries are ideal for RV and Marine use. They are completely sealed and can be stored at any angle with great vibrationresistance, meaning they are ideal for 4 x 4 use as well. The tough and high quality ABS housing will last for decades without aging or deforming keeping your battery in perfect condition. High purity, thick lead-calcium alloy plates ensure a long lifespan of up to 8 years under correct operating conditions and the quality copper-silver terminals have a small contact resistance and high corrosion resistance.
FEATURES
- 100% sealed
- Maintenance free
Specifications
- Capacity: 100 Amp Hours @ 20 hour rate FV (1.75V/cell)
- Dimensions: 306 x 169 x 210 mm (L x W x H)
- Weight: 25.5kg
- 3 Years Warranty
- Maintenance Free
- Storage: -20 to 40C
- Discharge: -20 to 50C
Paul's Tips:
Rule of thumb: Compare Apples with Apples!
These batteries are tested according to Australian Standards by measuring the number of Amps discharged over a 20 hour period of time and at a set nominal discharge rate (1.75 Volts per cell).
This Camec battery is classified as a 100 Amp hour battery because it is guaranteed to supply 100 Amps over 20 hours at the nominal discharge rate, but it could easily supply 120-130 Amps over a longer than 20 hour period - say 24 to 30 hours if we were to keep measuring.
Make sure the lessor known brands battery capacity claims are tested @ 20 hours - no longer and at the same nominal discharge rate (1.75 Volts per cell) to accurately compare.
Specifications
SKU 042885
Brand Camec
GTIN 9312591002709
Product Category Batteries
Battery Voltage 12V
Amp Hours (Ah) 100
Battery Length (mm) 306
Battery Width (mm) 210
Battery Height (mm) 169
Battery Weight (kg) 25.5
NOTE: see full product specifications & further product info in the Description section on this page.
Q & A
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What size battery do I need for my caravan?
Great question! Your deep cycle battery for your caravan will be a minimum of 100 Amp Hours (Ah).
The average size for a Caravan is 200Ah. Usually, 2 x 100Ah connected in Parallel. However, if your budget allows to upgrade to a Lithium battery you can get a lot more power for the size of the battery. For example, a 200Ah lithium battery can be equivalent to up to 360 Ah of an AGM battery.
To work out exactly what size you require you need to first look at the load you are planning on drawing. The load should be calculated in Amps per hour, or Amp Hours (Ah). Batteries are rated in Amp Hours (Ah) as well.
So, if you are drawing a 50Ah per day, a 100Ah AGM battery can provide power for about 1 day as you do not want to draw more than 50% from your battery. However, it is not always easy to find what each appliance draws. Some popular examples are following:
- 150L 12V Fridge = 2.5 Amps per hour (2.5Ah) - runs for 24 hours a day
- 12V Water Pump = 3.5 Amps per hour (3.5Ah) - only runs for 1 hour a day
- Phone Charger = 0.5 Amps per hour (0.5Ah) - Maybe 4 hours per day
- 12V Fan = 4 Amps per hour (4Ah) - Maybe 4 hours per day
Then you will need to factor in how much charge you are putting in Daily. The charge comes in the way of Solar and in car charging via a DC to DC charger.
Ideally you want enough charge input per day to cover the load drawn, then enough battery storage to last 2 - 3 days without charge.
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What is best - AGM or lithium battery?
The answer is simple. Lithium is a better product than AGM.
Lithium is lighter, more compact, and powerful, it will also last longer.
However, a lithium battery will cost more, because it is a highly sort after product. Almost everything that has a battery nowadays will have a lithium battery. Mobile phone, Electric Car, Electric Bike and Skateboard just to name a few.
There are situations where you can get away with an AGM battery. If you only need about 100ah (most 4 x 4 set ups), you can purchase 1 x 100ah battery and a battery box and away you go.
However, once you start getting into the larger amperages (200+) it really makes more sense to turn to lithium.
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How do I charge my caravan battery?
There are three ways to charge your caravan Battery. Either:
- AC to DC - This is using a traditional battery charger that plugs into mains power.
- DC to DC - This is a battery charger connected between the start battery of your tow vehicle and the Caravan Battery. This will charge the battery whilst driving.
- Solar - Solar panels on your roof can be connected to a solar charge controller then to your Caravan Battery.
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How much solar do I need to keep my caravan battery charged?
Ideally, you want use as much solar as you can fit on the roof. Extra portable solar panels are also good idea if you want to park your van in the shade and run a portable panel from a lead in the sun - please see our solar range here.
Solar is cheap relative to the rest of your system, and it provides so much of your power when you are camping off grid.
However, the solar required depends on the load. Please feel free to contact our team for any specific questions on your battery - 1800 787 278!
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Warranty
Warranty Period: 3 Years
Warranty Details: Please CLICK HERE for Warranty Information on this product
Delivery
- We ship Australia-wide with national road express freight companies such as Star Track, TNT and Toll.
- Small Items are sent with Australia Post via regular post.
- Delivery times are generally 3-5 days from day of dispatch for major cities (sometimes quicker). Please allow longer for regional and remote areas.
- Once your item(s) have been dispatched, we will provide you freight tracking information so you can track your delivery to your door.
- Items are fully insured during the freight process.
- Unfortunately we cannot deliver to PO Boxes.
- For further details on our Delivery Process you can visit our Delivery Page HERE.
