SLA Batteries

[Andy StonemanParticipant @andystoneman15177]

Another silly question maybe, I'm running out of space on a new project and wonder if its safe to lay an SLA battery on its side

Thanks

Andy

[Andy StonemanParticipant @andystoneman15177]

[Colin BishopModerator @colinbishop34627]

Yes, it is OK to lay an SLA battery on its side but you need to be aware that it is denser at the bottom than at the top so the weight is not evenly distributed and you will either have to mount it off centre or provide compensating ballast at the terminal end.

If you have not already bought the battery then a NiMH pack is a better option as you will get twice the usable capacity and running time for approximately the same weight.

Colin

[Andy StonemanParticipant @andystoneman15177]

Hi Colin, I

Thanks for the tip, I hadn't thought of the weight distribution problem, Ill take your advise and buy a NIMH set of batteries, much easier to handle and they won't affect the stability like the SLA battery would

Andy

[Kev.WParticipant @kev-w]

The only 'upside' to using an SLA battery, is if you need ballast, as in a tug , as it saves having to raid the local church roof for the lead.

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