What kind of Charger do I need for my Optima?
Lastly, you should have a charger that charges AGM batteries. Many people don’t know this, but a conventional battery charger won’t work with an Optima battery that’s discharged below 10.5V. You can also use a regular battery charger with a regular battery to charge an Optima.
What are the benefits of Optima yellowtop batteries?
Key benefits of OPTIMA YELLOWTOP® batteries include deep-cycling battery and OPTIMAL starting power, up to 3x longer service life, 15x more resistant to vibration, leak proof, mountable in virtually any position, maintenance-free, and more than 300 discharge / recharge cycles. OPTIMA YELLOWTOP® batteries work well for tractors or forklifts.
How big is an Optima Group 24 Battery?
The Group 24 battery typically measures about 11 inches long, by 6.875 inches wide, by 9.5 inches tall, while the OPTIMA D34M BLUETOP (and the 34M BLUETOP) measures about 10.06 inches long, by 6.88 inches wide by 7.94 inches tall.
What should the voltage be on an Optima battery?
The voltage on your Optima should read 9.5-10.5 volts for at least 30 seconds. When the starter motor is turning over the engine, that is the heavy load we’re using to see how the battery performs.
How does a battery start on an Optima?
Starting batteries are designed to be discharged a little, then be charged up fairly quickly by your charging system. Basically, the starter skims off some electricity from the battery for starting, and it’s rapidly refilled once you start up.
Can a deep cycle battery kill an Optima?
Consistent deep drains will eventually kill a starting battery. A deep cycle battery, though, can handle both starting and deep discharges. This is the same as a standard Optima 34, but also has the side terminals. This results in a slightly wider width and the upraised terminal ridges on the top.
What kind of battery does an Optima 34 use?
A deep cycle battery, though, can handle both starting and deep discharges. This is the same as a standard Optima 34, but also has the side terminals. This results in a slightly wider width and the upraised terminal ridges on the top. It’s your normal car starting battery on steroids.