Another option for trolling motors on smaller boats is to use a single 12-volt battery, designed for deep-cycle use, such as our BLUETOP batteries with light gray cases. ![]() OPTIMA's 6-volt batteries are not deep-cycle batteries and are not designed for this type of application. In general, a 6-volt battery can last up to 8 years, particularly if you are using a deep cycle battery. For example, a 6V battery has four cells (4×1.5V cell), and 12V battery has eight cells. Martin, paired batteries need to be identical in size, type and age, so if you stay with a dual-battery configuration, you will always need to replace both batteries at the same time. Each Deep Cycle battery has 1.5V cells (or battery banks) inside that make up the ability to have 6V or 12V. Can I pair a 6-volt, deep-cycle marine battery with the commercial one that is still good, or would two deep-cycle marine batteries give me more power than my present setup? I paired two 6-volt batteries in series, but now one battery has a weak cell and I may need another battery in the spring. I think the main thing is the 6 volt are true deep cycle batteries, and are designed to do many more charge and discharge cycles than standard batteries. Your system is 12 volt, so at least two sixes are required to make 12 volt. I did and have had very good service out of them. One thing for sure, is you have to buy at least two batteries if you go the 6 volt route. When I bought batteries, I was told to buy "commercial" such as those used in a golf cart. There are three types of batteries that we are going to discuss here. It’s always worth double-checking before purchasing, however. Many batteries come with their own box, and others are made to fit into most 12-volt battery boxes, so this won’t often be a major concern. ![]() ![]() I am going to try to give you an explanation without getting too technical. The first and most obvious feature of any RV battery box is what batteries it can accommodate. I have a small fishing boat and run a 55-lb thrust electric motor on it. Your 5th Wheel Manufacturer is also correct in stating that in most cases 2 six volt Deep Cycle Batteries are better than 1 twelve volt battery. Gary Bunzer, the RV Doctor, answers a question from. You can reach us by phone at 888-8-OPTIMA or by e-mail, at question comes from Martin S., who says: Whats best, 12- or 6-volt deep cycle RV batteries RVtravel 66.8K subscribers 633 297K views 13 years ago. If you have questions about your OPTIMA battery, we are here to help.
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