These two battery constructions are very similar, but they have distinct differences. As a result, one could be a better choice than the other in various applications or uses. Following are the features that make them alike or different:
Common Features
As an owner of a powerchair, scooter or other battery-powered mobility applications, it is critical to ensure you choose the right quality battery for your equipment to maximize its performance. This guide will assist you in making that selection and provide helpful tips on how to charge, maintain and prolong the life of your battery.- Both Gel and AGM are valve regulated lead-acid batteries, therefore, non-spillable.
- Gel and AGM are both maintenance-free designs.
- Gel and AGM are both optimized for deep-cycle operation.
- Both battery constructions are sealed valve regulated lead acid, so unless abused, they will not gas.
- These battery designs are both DOT approved for air travel. This means there is no difficulty to bring aboard an aircraft.
Differences
AGM
- AGM batteries have higher capacity than Gel batteries in equal case sizes.
- AGM has a higher discharge rate than Gel.
- AGM has a higher capacity (more daily range).
GEL
- Gel construction is more temperature stable; therefore, it can operate on a wider
temperature range.
- Because Gel is more temperature stable, in some instances it can deliver a longer cycle-life than
(more cycles equal more daily uses).
- Gel construction allows the lead-acid chemistry to charge more readily than AGM.
- Gel requires a longer initial use period to reach
optimal performance than AGM.
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