Which leisure battery do I need?
Choosing the best leisure battery for your caravan or motorhome is important, and there are a few factors you should consider:
- Room available: be sure to select a battery that will fit the space in your caravan or motorhome’s locker and tray.
- Watt hours: the amount of power the battery can supply when fully charged. These requirements can be calculated by working out the consumption of the accessories the battery will power, and how long you usually use them for.
- Cycle life: this is the number of times the battery can be discharged to 50% and then fully recharged. The higher the cycle life, the more work the battery can do during its life in service. So, if you’re expecting to use the battery a lot, it’s best to choose a deep-cycle battery.
- Capacity: this is the amount of power the battery has. The higher the battery’s Ah rating, the more power it has to support your electric appliances and equipment.