Component |
Feature |
Benefit |
Computer cured plates |
• Computer controlled, hydro-setting ovens control humidity |
• Longer service life Consistent quality and performance |
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• Fewer warranty returns |
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• Higher reserve capacity |
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De-mineralized electrolyte |
• Reduced gassing and less corrosion |
• Longer maintenance- free service life |
Computerized formation |
• Computer controlled settings ensure consistent ratings |
• High performance |
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• Extended battery life for |
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peace of mind |
Forged terminals and bushings |
• Leak proof design |
• Extends battery life |
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• Connections remain corrosion free |
• Easy replacement fit |
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• Eliminates black posts |
• Improve safety features |
Flush covers |
• OE non-accessible design with flame retardant safety cover |
• Keep battery top clean and acid free |
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• No interference with heat shields and battery boxes |
• Worry free with no maintenance |
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• Leak resistant |
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The grid design is the heart of every battery. The grids are the supporting framework for the active
material of the plates. The active material is also known as the paste adhered to the positive and
negative grid. Lead dioxide is the paste material used on the positive grid, while sponge lead is the
paste material used on the negative grid.
The grid design, or what is referred to as the “power path”, conducts the current to and from the active
material or paste on the plates. Our grid design was developed using computer aided technology to
provide the most efficient power path available.
Component |
Feature |
Benefit |
Computer cast, full frame |
• Thicker upper portion of plate construction reduces power choke |
• Fast, instant starts |
Power Path grid |
• Full frame eliminates growth problem and punctured separators |
• Longer service life |
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• Computer aided design ensures no dead corners in plate as capacity is pulled around the frame directly to lug |
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There are two other grid designs commonly used in today’s industry, radial and expanded metal. With
radial grids, the left side of the grid has no direct power path, and a poor lug location. It is very
inefficient, with limited CCAs produced. A power choke can occur at the top of the plate. Expanded
metal grids are also used by many manufacturers today. Again, there is no efficient power path and
limited CCAs are produced. The sharp edges could puncture a separator and cause a short circuit.
Because there is no frame, the plate can grow.
