Simply put, stop start batteries are making life easier for everyone, especially those who travel daily. When you take your foot off the brake, stop start batteries cut the engine instead of running idly, thus improving your fuel economy.
Why You Need Stop Start Batteries
Generally, frequent or short travelling presents a challenge for the battery. The charge acceptance of the battery diminishes, particularly with old batteries and in winter, so you cannot be assured of passable recharging during short journeys. It will result in an eventual discharge of the battery, and at some point, the battery no longer has enough energy to start the engine. The latest technology has made the internal-resistance Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) or Enhanced Flooded (EFB) batteries considerably lower than that of conventional batteries for the lifetime. That way, adequate charge acceptance is also ensured over a long period, and short journeys with many start-stop phases can be handled better by AGM and EFB batteries.
How Does the System Work?
When the car is stopped or out of gear, stop start battery uses a computer to detect. It is also operative when it is running in low-load conditions, at which point it breaks fuel delivery and spark to the engine. The car's electric drive supplies a restricted amount of torque while the engine is stationary, in the case of hybrid cars. Typically, it's enough to maintain speed on a level grade or around town. When the car starts moving, the ignition starts again, the clutch is pressed, or more power is supplied.
This process works automatically. However, drivers can choose whether they want to keep the system is active or disable by pushing their car's stop-start button.
Benefits of AGM batteries
An Absorbent Glass Mat battery is a maintenance-free stop-start system in modern cars. It charges fast and has a high power output; augmented by cycle life and excellent deep cycle properties. It can continue to bring high reeling power even with a low amount of charge.
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Excellent cold-start characteristics
Having a large cold start current, the AGM battery powerfully kindles the starter motor and cuts its running time. The cycle stability of the AGM battery is also appreciable- you can switch off the engine and start many times again at short intervals without having any fear of problems in the process of restarting.
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A balanced state of charge
A traditional starter battery ought to be kept full (charged) all-the-time, and thus, it does not absorb energy which is generated by recuperation. But thanks to the special technology nestled in the AGM battery, which can be operated in the partial charge range and therefore provide sufficient “extra” capacity to store the energy which is generated on braking.
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High reserve capacity
The ability of AGM stop start batteries to reserve high charge ensures the power supply for all types of electrical components. More so, the cycle stability of AGM technology makes sure the power supply to components while also supplying a high starting power.
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Enhanced Flooded Battery
Built to meet entry-level stop-start technology requirements, the EFB battery is an improved form of the standard lead-acid, flooded technology. The enhanced flooded battery ensures more durability, thereby making its way for a more reliable flow of power. It has deep cycle capabilities, faster recharge, and cycle life stability.
Technology Embedded in EFB batteries
The first thing is that plates in EFB consume more lead than normal lead-acid batteries. While more lead is surfaced on the plates, so electrolyte is used three times lesser than the traditional battery.
Plates with a positive charge are wrapped in a special porous bag, allowing the electrolyte to pass through but do not permit oxides that terminate the plates to settle. The battery is highly resistant to deep (150) deep discharges because of the protection against sulfation.
In the EFB batteries, experienced lead is used. This makes the charging process much faster. The battery can charge even if your car is out of gear or in a traffic jam with the start-Stop system. The chances of mechanical damage to the plates are reduced by adhesions on the plates that are undertaken compliant with the vibration-resistant technology. The latest labyrinth lid cuts the risks of electrolyte boiling off – it abridges and goes through the special channels to the bottom of the can. This way, the battery remains maintenance-free entirely. It has a shelf life of more than ten years.
In the EFB technology, all sealed batteries are provided with a pressure relief valve. If the electrolyte starts boiling pugnaciously and there is a risk of battery spark/explosion, steam or boiling electrolyte vents through these valves. This will sternly eliminate the liquid level in the cans, causing the battery to fail.
Benefits of Enhanced Flooded Battery
The latest versions of the EFB battery determine its popularity.
Zero resistance to discharges, which restores its capacity to almost 100%. Conventional batteries in such cases lose part of their life.
It requires 50 to +60 ° C temperature for operating.
Inrush current indicator is enhanced up to 30-50% than normal batteries.
The electrolyte is not intended to evaporate. Since there is no evaporation of electrolyte, this battery is safe to use. Improved indicators of the current cold scroll, allowing the device to work at low temperatures
Its long cycle of life makes it more popular as it can be carried out more times than with ordinary batteries. At the same time, functionality is preserved.
What You Need to Know More
Although modern cars, especially hybrid cars, are equipped with AGM technology, there are many other factors you must keep in mind while driving for a safe and sound journey. These are independent of stop start batteries.
- Not wearing the safety belts
- The car doors or the hood are not properly closed.
- The parking assistant is active
- The car is driving up a steep hill- a big slope
