Wheelchair Batteries
Wheelchairs and scooters almost exclusively use sealed lead acid
batteries. These batteries stand up to deep cycling and the range
and power most wheelchairs require. When selecting a wheelchair, the
type of battery required is important to consider, as is cost.
Safety, maintenance, and ability to transport are all things to
think about when purchasing batteries for your powered chair.
As a general rule, the larger the battery required, the better
range and power of the chair and the longer you can use the chair
between charges. Many chairs require two 12-volt batteries. Gel
cell, or AGM batteries require the least maintenance and are safer
than other battery types in terms of leaking. When transporting
wheelchairs by plane, many airlines actually require these types of
batteries.
Before you buy a powered wheelchair, you should also consider
whether the battery charger and the batteries are included with the
chair or if they are priced separately. The user's weight, other
powered accessories, terrain, and speed will also affect battery
performance and the type required. Be sure that you buy the type of
chair that will meet your expectations for how you plan to use it.
Use Wheelchair Batteries for Wheelchairs and Car Batteries for
Cars
Some people substitute regular automotive batteries in
wheelchairs to keep costs low. However, if these batteries are
overturned they may leak acid. They are also not designed for deep
cycling, as they were meant to start cars rather than continuously
power them. Both scooters and power chairs demand deeper cycling and
so car batteries are unnecessarily strained--that's why you should
instead use sealed lead acid batteries for all your wheelchair and
scooter requirements.
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