How many amp hours is an OPTIMA BLUETOP?

Optima BlueTops offer 55 amp-hour or 75 amp-hour versions depending on model chosen. They’re completely spill-proof, sealed units that may be used indoors safely.

How do you read the date code on an OPTIMA battery?

The first digit states the year. Digits 2,3, & 4 equal the day of the year. If the date code on the top of the battery is missing use the bar code sticker to qualify the date of the battery. If a battery is out of warranty date DO NOT give the customer a replacement battery.

What type of battery is OPTIMA BLUETOP?

AGM battery
The BLUETOP is a high-performance AGM battery with exceptional running time and more recharges than you’d get out of a traditional battery. On top of providing outstanding vibration resistance, the BLUETOP’s efficient power delivery and faster recharge time mean you’ll spend less time worrying about your battery.

Are OPTIMA batteries standard or AGM?

Optima AGM batteries represent the pinnacle of modern AGM deep cycle battery technology. All Optima AGM batteries have superior quality build and are designed to provide an unequivocal service and an unmatchable performance.

What makes Optima Batteries Better?

OPTIMA batteries are better than other lead-acid batteries. These batteries are AGM lead-acid batteries where “AGM” stands for “absorbed glass mat.” This means that the mat absorbs the electrolyte inside of the battery, unlike the black box battery, and hence it performs better since it doesn’t allow any leak.

What’s the difference between Optima Batteries?

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN OPTIMA® DEEP-CYCLE AND A STARTER BATTERY? The OPTIMA deep-cycle battery utilizes different chemistry. This chemistry change allows for a much longer life in cycling applications, with only a slight reduction in starting power.

How old is my battery by serial number?

All digits are numbers. The date code label is on a label located on either the top of the battery or the back side of the battery. The code on the top is 12 digits with the last 4 representing the month and year. In the example below 0220 means February 2020.

What year did OPTIMA batteries move to Mexico?

LEADING TECHNOLOGY The Gylling Group of Scandinavia bought Optima in 1994, opening a factory a year later in Colorado. In 2000 Optima was acquired by Johnson Controls. In 2007 JCI laid the foundation stone for a new production site in Monterrey, Mexico, enabling it to keep pace with global demand.

Is OPTIMA Blue Top AGM or gel?

An OPTIMA battery is neither a gel battery nor a regular flooded battery. OPTIMA is a SPIRALCELL TECHNOLOGY AGM battery….BLUETOP Type: D34M / D31M/ D27M

• Alternator: 13.65 to 15.0 volts, no amperage limit.
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Can I use a trickle charger on a Optima battery?

Can you trickle-charge an OPTIMA battery? And what type of charger can I use? Yes, and you can use any charger on an Optima battery as long as the voltage is regulated properly. If your charger will remain on indefinitely, the voltage should be at 13.8 volts maximum with a one-amp maximum current.

Can I use a trickle charger on a OPTIMA battery?

Are OPTIMA batteries AGM or AGM spiral?

An OPTIMA battery is not a “GEL” battery it is a Spiralcell AGM battery.

What color OPTIMA is best?

You should choose an Optima YellowTop for any situation that will result in a deep discharge of the battery. This includes things like: Vehicles that don’t even have a charging system: This is common for drag racers and others that don’t want or need the complexity and weight of a charging system.

Do you need a special charger for OPTIMA batteries?

Yes, and you can use any charger on an Optima battery as long as the voltage is regulated properly. If your charger will remain on indefinitely, the voltage should be at 13.8 volts maximum with a one-amp maximum current. We would only recommend trickle charge for charge maintenance purposes only.

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Who makes Optima Batteries now?

OPTIMA high-performance automotive, marine and heavy-duty AGM batteries are manufactured by Clarios, LLC, the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive batteries. OPTIMA REDTOP®, YELLOWTOP® and BLUETOP® batteries feature state-of-the-art SPIRALCELL TECHNOLOGY®.

Where are Optima battery made?

But what about the OPTIMA batteries factory? Contrary to Internet speculation, it’s not in China, but it is in Monterrey, Mexico and they make the best batteries in the world there. We’re not sure why that is even confusing for people, because we proudly promote that production facility and the batteries made there.

Which is better gel or AGM battery?

AGM Batteries have a lower internal resistance that allows for much faster charging and better performance under heavy load conditions. AGM Batteries will most likely also perform better than GEL in colder operating conditions, and AGM is often less expensive as an option for getting reliable power.

What is a BlueTop OPTIMA battery used for?

The dual purpose BlueTop (light gray case) can be used for both starting and deep cycling — it is a true deep cycle battery with extremely high cranking power. Uses include: trolling motors, marine applications with heavy electrical accessories, and RVs.

Can you overcharge a Optima battery?

OPTIMA batteries are more resilient in high heat applications than flooded batteries, but they are still susceptible to permanent damage, if they are overcharged.

What’s new with Optima Batteries?

In 2017, OPTIMA added even more sizes to its product line with the introduction of two DIN fitments (H6 & H7). These new DIN sizes bring the best-in-class material purity enthusiasts expect from OPTIMA Batteries to flat-plate AGM construction. Look for the distinctive OPTIMA SIX PACK™ shape to get THE ULTIMATE POWER SOURCE every day, everywhere.

When to use a blue top battery in a boat?

BLUETOP® Marine Battery: The BLUETOP starting battery (dark gray case) is to be used when a dedicated starting battery is required; it should never be used for cycling duty. The dual-purpose BLUETOP (light gray case) can be used for both starting and deep cycling; it is a true deep-cycle battery with extremely high cranking power.

Can the bluetop battery be used for both starting and deep cycling?

The dual-purpose BLUETOP (light gray case) can be used for both starting and deep cycling; it is a true deep-cycle battery with extremely high cranking power.