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Does it seem like more and more of your boating friends are making the switch to lithium batteries? If so, you may be curious about the advantages if you converted your own boat.

No matter what kind of boat you have, the benefits of lithium batteries are universal. However, you still may be on the fence about them. Here at Patriot Power Source, we’ve noticed that boat owners need the answers to these common questions before they feel comfortable making the switch, so we’re providing you with those answers.

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If you’ve been shopping around and trying to find the best lithium batteries for your boat, you’ve probably been overwhelmed by all your options. These batteries have gained popularity in the marine world, and new companies are popping up all over the place trying to get in on the market. Finding the best company is important, but how do you make that decision?

Patriot Power Source originally got into the lithium battery market because of frustration with golf cart batteries. Over the last several years, we’ve become the go-to lithium batteries brand for golf cart owners and have started to focus on lithium batteries for marine use.

We strive to provide boat owners with the best lithium battery technology available for marine use. We also offer these batteries at an affordable price, so you can get back on the water doing what you love.

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Lithium RV batteries are gaining traction with boondockers and others trying to live off the grid due to the many advantages over lead-acid batteries. If you’re considering making the switch, you can read about all the pros and cons of these RV batteries on our blog.

Whether you’re convinced or not by the benefits lithium batteries offer, you may have a few questions about them. Here at Patriot Power Source, we get asked the same questions repeatedly, so we’ve decided to answer the top five most common questions asked about converting to lithium batteries for their RV.

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Lithium batteries are taking the marine world by storm, and it’s no wonder. These batteries offer many advantages over the traditional lead-acid, AGM, or sealed gel batteries commonly used in boats.

The benefits you’ll experience with lithium batteries are universal, regardless of the type of boat you need powered. Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of using these batteries to help you decide if it’s time to make the switch.

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Lead-acid batteries are the most commonly used battery type for boats. This may be slowly changing, but they’re likely what you already have installed in yours right now. Lead-acid batteries are the cheapest option when shopping around for marine batteries. 

The overall pricing for lead-acid batteries can vary greatly. Whether you’re powering a bass fishing boat, a houseboat, or a yacht, the amount and type of batteries you’ll need are different. 

Starting batteries that crank the engine have a different cost than deep-cycle batteries that power your house electronics or trolling motor. Dual-purpose batteries that can do both will have a different price tag. You can also choose between a flooded lead-acid battery or a sealed AGM battery.

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The world is ever-changing thanks to new advances in technology. Our lives have become increasingly easier over the years, and the changes are obvious. Just think about how different music listening is and how much telephones have changed in the last few decades.

These devices are only possible due to the lithium batteries that power them. These batteries are small and lightweight but still powerful. They’ve been used in electronics for decades, and the transportation industry is now starting to catch up and break into the market.

For RVers, lithium batteries offer many advantages over the lead-acid batteries that traditionally power these vehicles. If you own an RV, you may be considering making the switch. To help you make the decision, let’s take a look at the pros and cons of using these batteries in your RV.

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