What Does The US Battery US8VGcXC Power?

The US Battery US8VGcXC is a lead-acid deep-cycle battery designed for 6V applications, delivering 232Ah capacity at 20-hour rates. It powers electric golf carts, floor cleaners, and light industrial equipment requiring low-speed torque. With thick tubular plates for 1,200+ cycles at 50% depth of discharge (DoD), it operates between -40°F to 140°F. Requires bi-weekly water maintenance and equalization charging to prevent sulfation.

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What vehicles use the US8VGcXC battery?

The US8VGcXC primarily powers 6V electric golf carts and commercial utility vehicles. Its high current output suits low-speed torque needs in Club Car, EZGO, and custom EV conversions.

Widely used in golf course fleets, this flooded lead-acid (FLA) battery delivers 1,150 cranking amps for 5 seconds. Pro Tip: Pair three US8VGcXC in series for 18V systems or six for 36V configurations. Mechanics often prefer it for its replaceable caps and electrolyte visibility. For example, Arizona golf resorts use these in desert carts due to their heat tolerance. But what happens if you skip equalization cycles? Plate stratification accelerates, cutting lifespan by 40%.

How does it compare to lithium alternatives?

US8VGcXC offers lower upfront cost but demands intensive maintenance versus lithium. LiFePO4 batteries last 3x longer but cost 2.5x more initially.

While the US8VGcXC provides 1,200 cycles at 50% DoD, lithium options like Redway’s 36V 100Ah LiFePO4 deliver 4,000+ cycles at 80% DoD. Beyond longevity, lithium batteries charge 70% faster (3 hours vs. 8 hours) and operate at 95% efficiency vs. 75% for FLA. Practically speaking, a golf course switching to lithium would save 300 labor hours/year on watering. However, FLA remains popular for budget-focused fleets. Pro Tip: For mixed lead-acid/lithium fleets, use separate chargers—voltage curves differ wildly.

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What maintenance does it require?

Bi-weekly watering and quarterly equalization are mandatory. Post-charge SG readings should stay between 1.215-1.285.

US8VGcXC demands distilled water refills every 10-15 cycles to keep plates submerged. Use only deionized water—tap minerals coat plates, reducing capacity by 18%. Equalize monthly if cart usage exceeds 4 hours/day, applying 7.3V for 2-3 hours. For example, Florida golf cart rental companies replace batteries every 18 months due to salt air corrosion. Transitional maintenance: while charging, vent hydrogen gas properly—sparks risk explosions. How critical is voltage matching? A 0.5V imbalance between cells drains 30% capacity.

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