Overview
From John C. Payne, one of the foremost international authorities on marine electrical systems and electronics, comes an easy-to-understand yet thorough treatment of boat batteries and charging.
Concise, compact, and illustrated for easy reference, Understanding Boat Batteries: 2nd Edition has been fully revised throughout. This guide offers a comprehensive coverage of the following major topics:
- Lithium, lead acid, AGM, and gel batteries
- Battery ratings and selection
- Safety and maintenance
- Installation
- Charging, including solar and wind
- Alternators and regulators
This book title, Understanding Boat Batteries and Battery Charging, ISBN: 9781574093643, by John C. Payne, published by Globe Pequot (September 2, 2025) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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