{"id":756,"date":"2024-07-02T07:54:01","date_gmt":"2024-07-02T07:54:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/?p=756"},"modified":"2024-10-27T11:38:42","modified_gmt":"2024-10-27T11:38:42","slug":"types-of-car-batteries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-car-batteries\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Types of Car Batteries"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Types of Car Batteries<\/strong> &#8211; Just like a heartbeat that keeps you alive, a car battery also keeps your vehicle running!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The car batteries supply the energy needed to turn the engine, turning on the lights and other electrical components present in your car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several types of car batteries, and it is important to know the differences to choose the one that best suits your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, in this article, we will give you a little guide about car battery types, working principles and also the pros and cons of each types<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-car-batteries\/#Types_of_Car_Batteries\" >Types of Car Batteries<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-car-batteries\/#1_Lead_Acid_Battery\" >1. Lead Acid Battery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-car-batteries\/#2_VRLA_Batteries_Valve-Regulated_Lead-Acid_Batteries\" >2. VRLA Batteries (Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid Batteries)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-car-batteries\/#3_Lithium-Ion_Battery\" >3. Lithium-Ion Battery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-car-batteries\/#4_Sodium_Ion_Battery\" >4. Sodium Ion Battery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-car-batteries\/#5_Solid_State_Battery\" >5. Solid State Battery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-car-batteries\/#6_Nikel-Metal_Hydride_Battery_NiMH\" >6. Nikel-Metal Hydride Battery (NiMH)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/types-of-car-batteries\/#7_SIlver_Calcium_Battery\" >7. SIlver Calcium Battery<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Car_Batteries\"><\/span>Types of Car Batteries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Types-of-Car-Batteries-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Types-of-Car-Batteries-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Types-of-Car-Batteries-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Types-of-Car-Batteries-2-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Lead_Acid_Battery\"><\/span>1. Lead Acid Battery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the most common and the most traditional type of battery used in many cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The basis of operation involves a reaction between lead and lead oxide in a liquid electrolyte, which is typically a solution of sulfuric acid and water.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But because of the liquid electrolyte\u2019s nature, evaporation can happen over time, thus reducing battery performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of this, these&nbsp; batteries need to be maintained on a regular basis and topped out with distilled water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two types of lead acid batteries including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SLI Battery<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Deep Cycle Battery<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reliability<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cost-effective<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accessibility<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Might need regular maintenance<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Evaporation issues can affect battery performance over time.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>Also Read: &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/what-is-parabolic-leaf-spring\/\">What is Parabolic Leaf Spring?<\/a>&#8220;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_VRLA_Batteries_Valve-Regulated_Lead-Acid_Batteries\"><\/span>2. VRLA Batteries (Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid Batteries)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The next one is the VRLA battery or more commonly known as sealed lead-acid batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are an advancement in battery technology as these batteries are sealed and maintenance-free, thus you don\u2019t need to top it up with a distilled water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also two types of VRLA batteries, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gel Cell Battery<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Absorbed Glass Matt (AGM) Battery<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Lithium-Ion_Battery\"><\/span>3. Lithium-Ion Battery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the batteries most commonly used in electric vehicles (EVs) and also in the plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEvs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lithium-ion batteries is a recyclable and eco friendly option that have a high power-to-weight ratio and have a low self-discharge and also an excellent energy efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>High energy efficiency<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eco-friendly<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Tends to be more expensive<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Overheating concerns<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Sodium_Ion_Battery\"><\/span>4. Sodium Ion Battery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The sodium ion batteries are like the substitute for lithium ion batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The sodium ion batteries are still in development and projected to be a more sustainable and affordable option than lithium ion batteries as the sodium is more widely available and easier to extract than lithium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Widely available resource<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sustainability<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Still in development<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Solid_State_Battery\"><\/span>5. Solid State Battery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The solid-state batteries are a fast charging and high power input newer technology that is said will replaces the liquid or gel electrolyte and electrodes that are present in conventional lithium-ion batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fast Charging<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Higher power input<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Harder to manufacture<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>May take several years to widely available on the market<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>Also Read: &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/what-is-an-air-suspension-system-and-how-does-it-work\/\">What is an Air Suspension System? And How Does It Work?<\/a>&#8220;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Nikel-Metal_Hydride_Battery_NiMH\"><\/span>6. Nikel-Metal Hydride Battery (NiMH)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The NiMH battery is a popular type of rechargeable battery that is well-known for its versatility and eco-friendliness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>NiMH batteries employ a metal alloy negative electrode that absorbs hydrogen in addition to positive electrodes made of nickel oxyhydroxide (NiOOH).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The battery&#8217;s negative electrode absorbs hydrogen and the positive electrodes oxidize during charging, resulting in the creation of metal hydride.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The opposite reaction takes place during the discharging process, producing electrical energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Higher Energy Density<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rechargeable<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eco-Friendly&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>High self-discharge rate<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Memory effect<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_SIlver_Calcium_Battery\"><\/span>7. SIlver Calcium Battery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The silver calcium batteries are also an innovation in automotive battery technology that offers an enhanced efficiency, performance and also longer lifespan than that of traditional lead-acid batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The positive grids of these batteries are constructed from alloys of silver and calcium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The silver calcium batteries use silver to strengthen the battery\u2019s mechanical properties and increase its ability to withstand corrosion, thus resulting in longer lifespan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The low self-discharge rate and extended shelf life of the battery are attributed to the sophisticated grid design and the use of calcium alloys in the negative plates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Higher starting power<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Low-maintenance<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Longer lifespan<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>More expensive<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There you go 7 types of car batteries to choose for your favorite ride!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The car batteries are also one of the products that need to be certified with the SNI certification to ensure its safety and quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re interested in this subject, please click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/\">this link<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Types of Car Batteries &#8211; Just like a heartbeat that keeps you alive, a car<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":758,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[215],"tags":[79,8,80],"class_list":["post-756","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-batteries","tag-car-battery","tag-sni","tag-types-of-car-batteries"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/756","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=756"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/756\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/758"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=756"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=756"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dimulti.id\/SNI\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=756"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}