Hobie Bait Tank 6Volt Battery Question

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Originally Posted by JohnMckroidJr

I had the same problem, started using my newer XL tank battery(same size) in my regular hobie live well and the problem went away, ie the older battery does not hold a charge for as long. Answering your question, I just put the volt meter on the old, new and charger with the following results:



7.0 Volts for the old battery that only lasts 5 hours

7.0 volts for the charger

6.8 volts for the newer battery that lasts all day



Conclusion - just because a battery will charge to a higher voltage does not mean it will last longer. The older battery must have some kind of memory damage, thus it discharges faster.

Are the different batteries you are speaking of rated for different amp hours?? Might take a look.