02-03-2017, 03:32 PM
[#0000FF]I have experimented with several different sizes and types of batteries for running electric motors on my tubes and pontoons. One of those was a 24# AGM wheel chair battery, made by Werker. I don't think those are still available but there are similar on the market. Just make sure they are deep cycle and keep them charged between uses.
Mine was a 33 amp/hour battery. That means it will put out 1 amp per hour for 33 hours...or 33 amps for 1 hour...THEORETICALLY. In reality, the output declines as you approach total drainage.
Check the amp hour useage listed for high speed on your motor. I had a 30 pound thrust motor that showed 30 amps per hour at full speed. Your 35# may do better or worse, depending on whether or not you have a "maximizer". But bottom line, you should be able to count on the 45 minutes to an hour needed.
If you are in doubt, measure the available space you can store your battery and then do some shopping. There are a wide range of battery sizes and shapes with amp/hour ratings up to about 50...with some that will fit in much smaller spaces than full size auto batteries.
I have a Scadden Escape. Not much room for a battery. But I manage to carry a large series 27 battery and I fabbed a motor mount for it. See the attached pics.
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Mine was a 33 amp/hour battery. That means it will put out 1 amp per hour for 33 hours...or 33 amps for 1 hour...THEORETICALLY. In reality, the output declines as you approach total drainage.
Check the amp hour useage listed for high speed on your motor. I had a 30 pound thrust motor that showed 30 amps per hour at full speed. Your 35# may do better or worse, depending on whether or not you have a "maximizer". But bottom line, you should be able to count on the 45 minutes to an hour needed.
If you are in doubt, measure the available space you can store your battery and then do some shopping. There are a wide range of battery sizes and shapes with amp/hour ratings up to about 50...with some that will fit in much smaller spaces than full size auto batteries.
I have a Scadden Escape. Not much room for a battery. But I manage to carry a large series 27 battery and I fabbed a motor mount for it. See the attached pics.
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