I have a couple of sealed (AGM) batteries in UPS units. When the batteries fail the self tests (one is an APC UPS and one Conext), replace the batteries. Very simple.
I also have one in another application. It demands lots of power for starting, then the alternator replenishes it within a few minutes of riding (Yamaha V-Star Classic 650).
Will I get any notice when this thing fails? A week or so ago, a fellow with an AGM got stranded at the VFW hall after a charity poker run (I think it was a new, 2008-09 Indian, not an old 1998-99 model).
If mine fails,would taking it out and warming it up in my hands do anything? Should I get a replacement lined up now (original = 7 years old)?
Electrically, what's happening? When the AGM battery reaches EOL, do the chemicals decay the same or different than an old-school lead-acid battery? Any thoughts?
I also have one in another application. It demands lots of power for starting, then the alternator replenishes it within a few minutes of riding (Yamaha V-Star Classic 650).
Will I get any notice when this thing fails? A week or so ago, a fellow with an AGM got stranded at the VFW hall after a charity poker run (I think it was a new, 2008-09 Indian, not an old 1998-99 model).
If mine fails,would taking it out and warming it up in my hands do anything? Should I get a replacement lined up now (original = 7 years old)?
Electrically, what's happening? When the AGM battery reaches EOL, do the chemicals decay the same or different than an old-school lead-acid battery? Any thoughts?
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