Carrier Transicold introduced its new PowerRush Platinum AGM battery that it said is maintenance free and provides higher performance and significantly longer life than conventional 12-volt wet-cell batteries.
The company said the absorbed glass mat (AGM) technology provides 1150 CCA (Cold Cranking Amps) of high starting power, deep cycling ability and exceptional cold starting performance. At -4 degrees F (-20 degrees C), the pure lead PowerRush Platinum AGM retains 75 percent more power than typical Group 31 wet cell batteries.
The 99.99 percent pure lead construction of the PowerRush battery maximizes the sustained battery charge, helping to ensure that the battery will reliably start a refrigerated unit even if the unit has been idle for extended periods. The compressed glass mats are packed tightly between many extremely thin plates, ensuring high vibration and shock resistance. The high number of plates gives high surface area, which translates into high power.
The battery’s fast charge acceptance reduces engine run time for recharging, potentially reducing fuel consumption when Carrier refrigeration units are used in “Start-Stop” mode.
