Marcelo Araujo-Xavier

Hi, Marcelo Araujo-Xavier is here! I am the author of Batteryhint. I have been working in the battery industry for over 20 years and have a passion for helping people find the best battery for their needs. I have personally tested and reviewed hundreds of different batteries. I'm certified by the International Association of Automotive Battery Manufacturers. I have always been interested in batteries and how they work, so I decided to start this website to share my knowledge with others. I hope you find the information on this website helpful and informative. I will be regularly updating this website with new resources, If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me. I would love to hear from you and help you find the best battery for your needs.

How Do AGM Plates Work?

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How Do AGM Plates Work

Plates inside the AGM batteries are mostly the electrodes. The electrodes are found in the positive and negative formation. The plates inside the AGM battery are different from the other batteries. Mainly, lead plates are used as the electrodes in the AGM battery. Here the question arises how do AGM plates work? The cell chambers of the AGM batteries have … Read more

Do AGM Batteries Need To Be Equalized?

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Do AGM Batteries Need To Be Equalized

Equalization of lead-acid batteries falls in the regular maintenance program. It is an important step to be followed to prevent the battery from being deeply discharged. Hence, to keep the battery healthy and amperage output consistent equalization is required.  Now, the AGM battery is also a part of a lead-acid battery being an electrochemical battery. The question arises, do AGM … Read more

How Do I Charge An AGM Battery From An Alternator?

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AGM batteries are easy to charge using a regular 1-10 amp charger. But, some facts may lead your AGM battery to charge with an alternator. Most probably, you’ve heard people’s interrogation over the internet- is an alternator safe for AGM? They also ask- how do I charge an AGM battery from an alternator? Well, charging your AGM battery is all … Read more

Are AGM Batteries Better Than Lead Acid Batteries? Everything You Need To Know!

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Are AGM Batteries Better Than Lead Acid Batteries

AGM and lead batteries are both popular choices when it comes to selecting the power source for your equipment. Likewise, they both pose advantages and disadvantages which are to be taken into consideration.  But are AGM batteries better than lead acid batteries? AGM batteries are a modified version of lead-acid ones, providing better durability and performance. Moreover, they offer bonus … Read more