Chemistry

Amongst other things, the alloy (chemistry) used in the production of the battery will dictate how well the battery will cycle, how long it will live when properly maintained, how much it will gas when being discharged and recharged and how much water it will use. Typically calcium/calcium alloys will use less water and will live better in heat. They may not cycle as long as antimony alloys but they will deliver current quickly and efficiently. The higher Antimony alloys will generally produce batteries that will deliver very good cycle time but will use more water in the process and will require more maintenance. Hybrid alloys will perform somewhere in between. Discover™ uses every alloy in its broad range of products allowing us to meet the needs of the requirement.