Posted by John T on December 16, 2014 at 06:47:30 from (216.249.72.121):
In Reply to: Deep cell batteries posted by Notjustair on December 15, 2014 at 20:01:16:
Yes indeed, a Load Test in which you place a relatively heavy load on a battery and then observe the voltage over a time period gives an indication (I'm NOT saying it tells everything or is perfect, but it does provide an "indication") as to the condition of a battery. If you measure each cells specific gravity and combine that with load testing and voltage measurements you have at least some idea of the batteries condition.
I agree with Professor Jim, I would give it a good charge and check electrolyte levels then do a load test n see what happens.
The life of the battery depends a lot on how well its kept charged and the charge characteristics (such as if a smart 4 stage charger was used) and how many times and to what depth of discharge its been subjected to.
Charge it, load test it, check specific gravity and levels n see what happens.
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