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Large batteries are usually of the rechargeable lead-acid type. Applications include ''starting batteries'' for [[automobile]]s and ''deep cycle batteries'' for leisure use.<ref>http://aboutbatteries.batterycouncil.org/What-is-a-lead-battery</ref> Starting batteries are usually 12 volt batteries containing six lead-acid cells. Large vehicles, such as [[truck]]s and [[bus]]es may have two 12 volt batteries connected in series to give 24 volts. | Large batteries are usually of the rechargeable lead-acid type. Applications include ''starting batteries'' for [[automobile]]s and ''deep cycle batteries'' for leisure use.<ref>http://aboutbatteries.batterycouncil.org/What-is-a-lead-battery</ref> Starting batteries are usually 12 volt batteries containing six lead-acid cells. Large vehicles, such as [[truck]]s and [[bus]]es may have two 12 volt batteries connected in series to give 24 volts. | ||
| − | Even larger batteries are used for powering [[Submarine]]s<ref>http://www.fleetsubmarine.com/battery.html</ref> and [[Electric Vehicle]]s. | + | Even larger batteries are used for powering [[Submarine]]s<ref>http://www.fleetsubmarine.com/battery.html</ref> and [[Electric Vehicle]]s, such as forklift trucks.<ref>http://www.manbatindustrial.co.uk/forklift-batteries/</ref> |
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Revision as of 21:49, March 2, 2017
A Battery is a device that stores chemical energy and produces electric current. Batteries may be single-use or rechargeable.
Small batteries
These are some common sizes used for flashlights and electronic devices. They are described by the chemistry used in the battery. Single use batteries are usually described as alkaline while rechargeable batteries may be Nickel-Cadmium (NiCad) or Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH). [1] [2]
- Sizes
- AAA
- AA
- C
- D
- 9V
Large batteries
Large batteries are usually of the rechargeable lead-acid type. Applications include starting batteries for automobiles and deep cycle batteries for leisure use.[3] Starting batteries are usually 12 volt batteries containing six lead-acid cells. Large vehicles, such as trucks and buses may have two 12 volt batteries connected in series to give 24 volts.
Even larger batteries are used for powering Submarines[4] and Electric Vehicles, such as forklift trucks.[5]
