<html><head><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"></head><body dir="auto"><div>I would be more inclined to think it's because of a denser plate material in the larger batteries</div><div><br></div><div>I know surrettes need longer absorbs and I believe a bit higher of a charging voltage to remain happy</div><div><br></div><div>And I generally run the Trojan L16s Just a bit higher than normal</div><div><br></div><div><br><br><br><div>Bob Ellison</div></div><div><br>On Aug 7, 2013, at 3:33 PM, Allan Sindelar <<a href="mailto:allan@positiveenergysolar.com">allan@positiveenergysolar.com</a>> wrote:<br><br></div><blockquote type="cite"><div>
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I kept this in my inbox for awhile, and finally had to ask - where
did you get this information? I have never heard this
recommendation - to charge a taller flooded lead acid battery to a
higher voltage just because it's taller. I guess I see the
apparent logic - more gassing addresses a potential for more
stratification of the electrolyte - but if true, why have I never
seen this in any battery service guide? What's your source? And
has anyone else heard of this?<br>
Thanks, Allan<br>
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On 7/16/2013 7:53 AM, <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:Eric.Bentsen@schneider-electric.com">Eric.Bentsen@schneider-electric.com</a> wrote:<br>
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<font size="2" face="sans-serif">Hi Drake,</font>
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<font size="2" face="sans-serif">The L16 is quite popular in RE
apps...but
they typically require a bit higher charge voltage to reach the
correct
SOC than their shorter counterparts (i.e. T105 golf cart),</font>
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<font size="2" face="sans-serif">because they are a taller battery
(stands
to reason .....specific "gravity"). Make sure they are in a
vented
enclosure if off-gassing will be an issue. </font>
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