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Fortress Power Evault Max 18.5 kWh Lithium Battery Storage

  • AMP Hours150Ah
  • TypeLithium Ion

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Lithium OnePack High Performance TR-48-170-HP 171Ah 51.2V M8 LiFePO4 Battery

  • AMP Hours171Ah
  • TypeLiFePO4

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Orlando, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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SimpliPHI 3.8 48V Lithium Ferro Phosphate Battery (by Briggs & Stratton)

  • AMP Hours75Ah
  • TypeLiFePO4

Delivery on Dec 12–17

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SimpliPHI 3.8 24V Lithium Ferro Phosphate Battery (by Briggs & Stratton)

  • AMP Hours150Ah
  • TypeLiFePO4

Delivery on Dec 12–17

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MK Battery Deka 5.3kWh 100Ah 48V Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery DD5300

  • AMP Hours100Ah
  • TypeLiFePO4

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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SimpliPHI 1.4 24V Lithium Ferro Phosphate Battery (by Briggs & Stratton)

  • AMP Hours57Ah
  • TypeLiFePO4

Delivery on Dec 12–17

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MK Battery DEKA 8G8D-HLT-DEKA Gel Deep Cycle Lead-Acid Storage Battery 12V

  • AMP Hours225Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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MK Battery DEKA 8A8D-LTP-DEKA AGM Lead-Acid Storage Battery 12V

  • AMP Hours245Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive J185-AES 175Ah 12V AGM DT Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours175Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Solar SAES-12-205 179Ah 12V AGM LT Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours179Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive J185-AES 175Ah 12V AGM M8 Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours175Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Solar SAES-06-375 364Ah 6V AGM LT Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours364Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive L16-AES 325Ah 6V AGM DT Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours355Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Solar SAES-06-315 285Ah 6V AGM LT Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours285Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive J305-AES 279Ah 6V AGM DT Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours279Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive J305-AES 279Ah 6V AGM M8 Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours279Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Solar SAES-12-135 134Ah 12V AGM LT Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours134Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Tampa, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive T1275-AES 130Ah 12V AGM M8 Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours130Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive T875-AES 158Ah 8V AGM M8 Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours158Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Solar SAES-12-105 107Ah 12V AGM LT Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours107Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive 31-AES 102Ah 12V AGM DT Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours102Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive 31-AES 102Ah 12V AGM M8 Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours102Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Orlando, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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MK Battery DEKA 8G31-HST-DEKA Gel Deep Cycle Lead-Acid Storage Battery 12V

  • AMP Hours97.6Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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MK Battery DEKA 8L16-DEKA Flooded Lead-Acid Storage Battery 6V

  • AMP Hours370Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive 27-AES 89Ah 12V AGM DT Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours89Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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MK Battery DEKA 8G27-HFL-DEKA Gel Deep Cycle Lead-Acid Storage Battery 12V

  • AMP Hours88Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive T-1275 150Ah 12V Flooded ELPT Deep-Cycle Battery with Master Vent

  • AMP Hours150Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Ft. Myers, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Solar SAES-06-220 209Ah 6V AGM LT Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours209Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive T105-AES 207Ah 6V AGM M8 Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours207Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive 24-AES 76Ah 12V AGM DT Deep-Cycle Battery

  • AMP Hours76Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Orlando, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive T-875 170Ah 8V Flooded ELPT Deep-Cycle Battery with Bayonet Cap

  • AMP Hours170Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Miami, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Trojan Motive T-105 225Ah 6V Flooded ELPT/EUT Deep-Cycle Battery with Bayonet Cap

  • AMP Hours225Ah
  • TypeLead Acid

Pickup on Fri, Dec 5 from Ft. Myers, FL

Delivery on Dec 10–15

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Buy Solar Batteries

Smart solar battery purchase decisions focus on cost per cycle, not just sticker price. Homeowners and installers who evaluate lifetime value achieve 40-60% better returns while avoiding compatibility failures and warranty disputes.

How much do solar batteries really cost per cycle?

Cost per cycle reveals your actual expense for each charge-discharge event. Calculate it: total system cost divided by warranted cycle count at your intended depth of discharge.

Battery Type Price/kWh Usable DoD Cycle Life Usable Capacity (10kWh system) Cost per Cycle Best Application
LiFePO4 Lithium $400-700 80-100% 6,000-8,000 8-10 kWh $0.11 Daily cycling, grid-tied
AGM Lead-Acid $180-280 50% 400-700 5 kWh $0.80 Backup power only
Gel Lead-Acid $200-320 50-70% 500-1,000 5-7 kWh $0.60 Unheated spaces

A cheap solar battery isn't always the best value. A $6,000 LiFePO4 battery delivers 8kWh usable across 7,000 cycles ($0.11/cycle). A $2,400 AGM provides only 5kWh over 600 cycles ($0.80/cycle)—seven times more expensive per actual use.

Which solar battery type matches your system?

Your Situation Recommended Battery Sizing Rule Temperature Range
Daily grid arbitrage LiFePO4 Match daily usage 20-120°F
Weekend cabin Gel 2x daily usage 40-110°F
Emergency backup AGM 2x daily usage 60-90°F (heated space)
Off-grid primary LiFePO4 1.2x daily usage 20-120°F
What's the difference between LiFePO4 and AGM solar batteries?

LiFePO4 lithium batteries allow 80-100% depth of discharge with 6,000-8,000 cycles, while AGM batteries limit to 50% depth of discharge with 400-700 cycles. LiFePO4 offers better cost per cycle despite higher upfront cost, making it ideal for daily cycling in solar systems.

How do I calculate the right battery capacity for solar panels?

Multiply your daily energy usage (kWh) by the battery's usable depth of discharge. For LiFePO4, match your daily usage. For AGM or gel batteries, purchase double your daily usage since you can only use 50% capacity without reducing lifespan.

Critical battery specifications explained

Warranty throughput matters more than cycle count alone. A 10kWh battery warranting 30 MWh throughput delivers double the energy of one warranting 15 MWh, regardless of identical cycle ratings.

C-rate compatibility prevents inverter shutdowns. Your inverter's peak output must not exceed battery C-rating. A 6kW solar array needs minimum 0.6C charge rating on a 10kWh battery bank.

Solar battery warranty comparison

Coverage Type Year 1-5 Value Year 6-10 Value Replacement Cost
(original $5,000)
Straight Replacement $5,000 $5,000 $0
Pro-rata (20%/year) $4,000-$5,000 $0-$2,500 $2,500-$5,000
Pro-rata shipping $3,600-$4,600 -$400-$2,100 $2,900-$5,400

Premium solar battery companies offer straight replacement for years 1-5, then pro-rata coverage. Budget brands apply pro-rata from day one, making you split replacement costs.

⚠️ Warranty red flags: You pay shipping for 300-pound failed units ($200-400). Pro-rata coverage from day one. No throughput guarantee specified. These terms significantly increase your total ownership cost.

Battery delivery and shipping protection

LiFePO4 batteries require UN 38.3 certified shipping with full replacement value insurance. Demand liftgate delivery for residential installations—refusing damaged shipments prevents 80% of claim rejections.

Expert Tip

Document battery condition with photos before signing delivery paperwork. Delayed damage claims face near-automatic rejection from carriers. This 30-second step protects thousands of dollars in investment.

— National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) Installation Guidelines

Solar battery compatibility checklist

Verify Before Purchase Where to Check Prevents This Problem
Battery voltage matches inverter Inverter spec sheet System shutdowns
BMS protocol supported Compatibility list Overcharge damage
C-rate exceeds inverter output Battery datasheet Limited performance
Throughput warranty 20 MWh Warranty document Early capacity loss
Straight replacement years 1-5 Terms and conditions Replacement costs
Freight insurance included Purchase agreement Delivery damage

Contact both manufacturers with your configuration before buying. Five minutes of verification prevents thousand-dollar mistakes and warranty denials.

Common warranty-voiding installation mistakes

Mixing battery ages

Different internal resistances cause unbalanced charging. Always use batteries from the same production batch in parallel strings.

Multiple manufacturers

Voltage variations create dangerous imbalances. Stick to single-brand battery banks for warranty protection.

Exceeding parallel limits

Most manufacturers cap at four batteries in parallel for 48V solar systems to maintain BMS monitoring accuracy.

Expert Tip

Planning future expansion? Buy all batteries upfront even if not connecting immediately. Adding new batteries to 3-year-old banks creates age-mixing that voids warranty on all units. Store unopened at 50% charge in climate-controlled space.

— Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) Best Practices

Solar battery specifications comparison table

Specification Minimum Standard Premium Standard Location in Documents
Cycle life @ 80% DoD 5,000 cycles 7,000 cycles Warranty fine print
Throughput guarantee 20 MWh 30 MWh Technical specs page
Warranty structure Pro-rata after year 5 Straight replacement years 1-5 Terms document
C-rate continuous 0.5C 1.0C Electrical specs
Temperature range 40-100°F 20-120°F Environmental specs
Cell grade Automotive-grade Grade A stationary Manufacturing specs

⚠️ Cheap solar batteries priced 40-50% below market often use automotive-grade cells rated for 500-1,000 stationary cycles versus 8,000 for storage-grade cells. Always verify Grade A prismatic cells designed for stationary solar applications, not vehicle use.

Where can I buy solar batteries with warranty and delivery?

Purchase solar batteries from manufacturers or distributors offering straight replacement warranty coverage, freight insurance, and liftgate delivery. Verify compatibility documentation and support before ordering. Reputable suppliers provide technical assistance for inverter integration.

What's the best solar battery for off-grid systems?

LiFePO4 lithium batteries offer the best performance for off-grid solar systems due to high depth of discharge (80-100%), long cycle life (6,000-8,000 cycles), and wide temperature tolerance. Size capacity at 1.2x daily usage for optimal battery lifespan.

Smart solar battery buying strategy

Calculate cost per cycle, not just purchase price. Verify compatibility across voltage, C-rate, and communication protocol with your existing solar inverter.

Demand straight replacement warranty coverage and freight insurance included. Purchase complete future capacity upfront to avoid age-mixing warranty violations.

Solar installers and homeowners who apply these verification steps achieve 50-70% better lifetime economics compared to buyers focused only on the cheapest upfront price.

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Compare our complete inventory of LiFePO4 lithium, AGM, and gel batteries with transparent pricing, warranty details, and freight insurance included on every order.

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