SteveK
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- Jul 5, 2019
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- Gulf Islands, BC Canada
- Vessel Name
- Sea Sanctuary
- Vessel Make
- Bayliner 4588
Slowmo,
Your link did not specificaly quote the ABYC E-13. Just talks about it.
This link does quote it. I especially like the final thought,
Your link did not specificaly quote the ABYC E-13. Just talks about it.
This link does quote it. I especially like the final thought,
Final thoughts
Overall, I believe LiFePO4 is safer than the lead-acid based batteries we’ve been installing in boats for many decades. LiFePO4 batteries have safety mechanisms in place to shut themselves down if they exit their SOE. Lead Acid batteries don’t. The failures I’ve seen with LiFePO4 batteries are more graceful than the failures with FLA. But, the batteries do store a tremendous amount of energy. Without proper installation and care there is an inherent danger things can wrong with all that energy. Following E-13’s guidance will help ensure safety. I’m also hopeful that E-13’s existence will help with the rocky landscape of insurance companies and lithium batteries on boats.