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Which Battery Type Do I Need? The Differences Explained.

Sealed VRLA Gel Batteries vs. Sealed VRLA AGM Batteries

Sealed VRLA Gel

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Sealed VRLA AGM

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Travel and Ship

FAA, IATA, DOT and UPS approved

FAA, IATA, DOT and UPS approved

Electrolyte Type

Sulfuric acid mixed with silica, forming a thick paste.

Liquid sulfuric acid absorbed into a fine fiberglass mat. 

Deep Discharge Tolerance

Excellent. Withstands super-deep discharges very well. 

Moderate. Deep discharges reduce overall lifespan. 

Internal Resistance

Higher. Limits rapid, high-current power bursts. 

Very Low. Delivers high bursts of power efficiently. 

Lifespan / Cycle Life

Longer. Generally offers more cycle life in deep-discharge uses. 

More forgiving; accepts wider charge voltage windows. 

Construction

Sealed for maintenance free use, Non-Spillable

Sealed for maintenance free use, Non-Spillable

Cost

Generally more expensive upfront but longer lasting depending on use. 

Generally less expensive upfront but shorter life span depending on use.