What is a Battery?

They are devices that store the excess electrical energy produced as chemical energy. In case of need, the stored energy can be used as electrical energy. It is also referred to as " battery ", " accumulator ", " accumulator " and " current collector " in different sources and environments.

It is known that batteries are mostly used to start the starter motor of vehicles in daily life, but they are also frequently used to store the energy produced in solar panel systems .

Renewable energy sources such as solar energy can provide energy at certain times of the day or year. In order to benefit from the energy during the hours when the sun is not available, it is necessary to store some of the energy produced. For this purpose, the excess energy produced during the day is stored in solar batteries for later use. Batteries can store energy with 100% efficiency thanks to the regulator system.

The capacity of the battery to be preferred should be chosen according to the needs. While the battery with a small storage system cannot meet the energy need, the battery with a large storage system shortens the life of the battery and causes extra costs. At this point, in order to make the right choice, you can look at the annual electricity consumption used during the year or get support from an expert. The location of the battery is also extremely important for safety. Since lead batteries emit gas, they should be located in a ventilated environment. There is no such danger in gel batteries .

Although the life of the batteries varies according to their type, they are mostly used for a long time. While gel batteries can be used for 8-10 years, lead batteries have a lifespan of 2-3 years. Batteries that have become unusable must be recycled, as accumulators consist of lead , sulfuric acid solution and polypropylene cans . Because heavy metals in its content pose a serious risk to the environment.

For a more sustainable life, you can benefit from solar energy with the solar battery storage system and reduce your electricity bill permanently.