How much can you discharge AGM battery?

The Concorde (and most AGM) batteries have no charge or discharge current limits. AGM's have a very low self-discharge - from 1% to 3% per month is usual. This means that they can sit in storage for much longer periods without charging than standard batteries.
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How far can you discharge a deep cycle AGM battery?

Most deep cycle batteries are built to handle a 50% depth of discharge, but some can handle up to 80% discharge.
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What voltage can you discharge an AGM battery to?

The truth is that any lead acid battery, be it a Gel Cell, AGM or flooded batteries such as DCBs, should be cut-off at 11.6 volts. Not doing so increases the risk of damage to the battery and if taken down deep enough into the batteries charge, will ruin the battery.
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How low can you drain deep cycle batteries?

We recommend discharging a battery to no lower than 50% DOD, with a maximum of 80%. If you discharge the battery to 50% of its capacity instead of 100%, the battery will produce an extra 40% more amperes over the life of the battery.
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What should a 12 volt AGM battery read when fully charged?

Measure and record: A fully charged standard AGM battery should have an output voltage of approximately 13 volts, just higher than the 12 volts likely to be labeled on the side of the battery. If the reading comes in below 10 volts, you need to let your battery recharge.
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How do you maintain AGM deep cycle batteries?

When you are storing your AGM battery for longer periods, always remember to recharge. Store your battery in a place that has enough ventilation and ensure it is a cool and dry store. Avoid keeping your battery in a discharged state, as this will lead to sulfation.
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At what voltage is a 12v AGM battery flat?

12.0 volts or below - At 12.0 volts your battery is considered to be fully discharged or 'flat' and should be recharged as soon as possible. The lifespan of your battery will be severely affected if it remains within this voltage range for extended periods of time.
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How do you resuscitate a deeply discharged AGM battery?

Purchasing an AGM-specific charger is the easiest way to revive a deeply discharged AGM battery. AGM batteries have to be charged long and slow with a low current setting. Using a standard charger can negatively affect the performance of the battery, which could end up costing you more then a AGM-specific charger.
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How long will a 100Ah deep cycle battery last?

A 100Ah battery can last anywhere from 120 hours (running a 10W appliance) to 36 minutes (running a 2,000W appliance).
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What is the main disadvantage of an AGM battery?

Cons for AGM Batteries

Manufacturing costs are higher, making the batteries more expensive. They are sensitive to overcharging and high voltages, and require full charging between uses, which can make them un-suitable for some applications where returning them to a full charge is difficult.
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How often should an AGM battery be charged?

AGM are sealed for a reason, Absorbed Glass Matt, there is no liquid acid in them, you can't add any because of the way they're manufactured. lead acid of any type HAS to be kept charged when being stored, be it trickle charged over time or charged every six months at most, up to full capacity.
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Can you bring an AGM battery back to life?

Buy a modern Battery Charger with AGM-specific settings. Most modern chargers: Provide de-sulfation steps that recondition and recover deeply discharged AGM batteries. Work well for all lead acid batteries.
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How long does it take to charge a completely dead AGM battery?

If you have a voltage meter, you can check back often to see if the battery has charged. It usually takes less than two hours. The good battery should be removed from the charger if it has.
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Can I use a trickle charger on a AGM battery?

Many GEL, AGM and Calcium's are better than regular lead-acid batteries but even so you should charge them back up regularly, or better still use a trickle charger (or solar panel) to keep them in top condition and extend their life.
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Can you add water to AGM battery?

Third, never try to add water to any AGM battery. Not only will this maneuver not rejuvenate an AGM battery, it will ruin the unit by exposing its innards to unwanted outside oxygen. Chemically, outside air poisons the contents of an AGM battery.
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What should a 6 volt AGM battery read when fully charged?

A battery is made up of a number of cells, and the lead acid chemistry dictates a fully charged voltage of about 2.12 volts per cell. Thus, a nominal 6 volt battery has three cells with a full charge voltage of 6.3 to 6.4 volts, and a 12 volt battery has six cells, and a full charge voltage of 12.7 volts.
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What setting should I charge my AGM battery at?

Deep Cycle AGM:- AGM batteries should be charged using a charger with a mode switch for AGM type batteries. It is recommended to use a charger, current limited to 20% or 0.2C of the batteries capacity at a charging voltage of between 14.6 – 14.8V following deep cycle use, or 13.6V – 13.8V for standby use.
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Is 12.3 volts a good battery?

A fully charged battery will typically display a voltmeter reading of about 12.6 to 12.8 volts. If your voltmeter is showing a voltage anywhere between 12.4 and 12.8, that means your battery is in good shape. Any voltage above 12.9 volts is a good indicator that your battery has excessive voltage.
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What kills an AGM battery?

Although AGM batteries do better in extreme temperatures than Flooded batteries, very high and low temperatures can damage batteries. Because of the loose liquid in a Flooded battery, temperatures extremes can, especially if prolonged, shorten the life of a battery by freezing or evaporating that liquid.
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What is the average life of an AGM battery?

12 Volt Gel or AGM batteries

If kept in a charged state when unused, the common lifespan of a 12-volt Gel or AGM battery is up to six years. After five or six years of float voltage at an average ambient temperature of 25 ºC, the battery still retains 80 % of its original capacity.
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What happens if you overcharge an AGM battery?

Overcharging an AGM battery can lead to reduced battery life. Many modern chargers allow you to select whether you're charging an AGM battery or a flooded cell option.
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What is full charge on AGM battery?

The sealed AGM and gel cell battery voltage (fully charged) will be slightly higher in the 12.8 to 12.9 range. If you have voltage readings in the 10.5 volt range on a charged battery, that typically indicates a shorted cell.
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