Deep-cycle battery

The new technologies are also beginning to become common in the same form factors as automotive lead–acid batteries, although at a large price premium.

The reinforcement of absorbed glass mat separators helps to reduce damage caused by spilling and jolting vibrations.

[4] OPzS stands for German ortsfest Panzerplatte, Säure, stationary tubular plate, acid.

[8] Although still much more expensive than traditional lead–acid, a wide range of rechargeable battery technologies such as lithium-ion are increasingly attractive for many users.

According to BCI, the plastic cases, lead plates, sulfuric acid, solder, and other metals are 100% recovered for reuse.

BCI says that, industry wide, there is a greater than 98% rate of recovery on all lead acid batteries sold in the United States, resulting in a virtually closed manufacturing cycle.