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HUB POWER – Winter Newsletter

Powering You Through the Season As winter settles in across North America, we know how important it is to have reliable power for your RV, work truck, boat, cabin, or off-grid system. Many customers will be winterizing their summer cabins or storing vehicles and boats, so now is the perfect time to ensure your batteries are properly maintained. Cold temperatures can significantly impact battery performance and lifespan. To protect your investment, follow the storage and maintenance recommendations below, based on your battery...

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Thinking About Switching from AGM to Lithium?

Talk to the experts at Hub Power Ltd. As power demands grow—from off-grid solar and material handling to fleet vehicles—choosing the right battery technology is more important than ever. Here’s why lithium batteries are quickly becoming the top choice over traditional deep cycle AGM: ✅ Longer Lifespan Up to 6x the cycle life at 80% depth of discharge (DOD), meaning fewer replacements and a lower cost per cycle than AGMs. ✅ Lighter & More Compact Typically 50% lighter than deep cycle AGMs—ideal for weight-sensitive and space-limited...

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Inverter/Charger Buying Guide

If you own a boat, RV or Work Truck and you are thinking about upgrading your inverter to an inverter/charger or just replacing your current inverter/charger, here are some of the key things to think about: Consider What an Inverter/Charger Does An inverter/charger combines three functions: 1. Inverter – converts DC (your battery bank) to AC (to run household‑type appliances). 2. Charger/Converter – takes AC (from shore power or generator) to charge your batteries. 3. Automatic transfer switch – switches between power sources when needed. Important...

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Lead Carbon vs Lithium Batteries – Comparison Guide

A side-by-side look at the pros and cons of Lead Carbon and Lithium battery technologies. Feature / Factor Lead Carbon Batteries Lithium Batteries Upfront Cost ✅ Lower purchase price – more affordable entry cost ❌ Higher initial investment Cycle Life ❌ Shorter cycle life (2,000–3,000 cycles at 50% DOD) ✅ Longer life (3,000–6,000+ cycles at 80% DOD) Partial State of Charge (PSoC) ✅ Excellent tolerance – minimal sulfation ⚠️ Performs well but requires precise charging Charging ❌ Lower charge currents result in slower charging time. ✅Cells can tolerate higher charging current. Therefore, faster charging. Temperature Performance ✅...

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