Exide Batteries

Exide Technologies is one of the world's largest corporations engaged in the production of batteries and related products. At the time, even Thomas Edison took part in the development of this company. Production continues to this day, keeping up with the times. Among the products manufactured by the corporation are Exide batteries, which will be discussed in this review.

Manufacturer Exide

Manufacturer of batteries Exide - an international concern Exide Technologies, which includes several large enterprises in the industry, located in different countries of the world. At the origins was the American company Electric Storage Battery Company, created back in 1888.

Exide Technologies today is a recognized global leader in battery manufacturing. Continuous improvement of production, the development of new technologies and vigilant control allow the corporation to maintain the trust of leading vehicle manufacturers.

Where are Exide batteries used?

Exide Technologies produces batteries for all types of cars and trucks, motorcycles and special vehicles, as well as for industrial equipment. Batteries of this brand are used in telecommunication systems, renewable energy sources and uninterruptible power supplies.

Exide batteries are supplied to the conveyors of the world's leading manufacturers of equipment and distributed throughout the world.

Applied technologies and their features

In the manufacture of Exide batteries, innovative developments are used that are tested in real conditions by car manufacturers. The following technologies are applied:

1. Carbon Boost. allows you to increase the starting power up to 30%, and reduce the duration of charging one and a half times. Thanks to this, the batteries created using technology are applicable in the most modern powerful cars with a lot of electronics.
2. 3DX lattice technology. Due to the peculiar shape, the active material remains fixed on the plates, thereby improving the electrical parameters and battery life.
3. AGM and EFB technology. Tough requirements are put forward to the modern automobile industry - including environmental ones. So, one of the requirements is to reduce the level of harmful emissions into the atmosphere. Therefore, cars capable of saving fuel are developed and introduced with smart generators and start-stop systems. Such vehicles require special batteries, such as Agm and Efb. This is the latest generation of powerful, reliable and completely maintenance-free batteries.

Technical characteristics of a model range

Under the Exide brand, various batteries for cars and trucks (including premium), for motor vehicles and equipment intended for recreation and entertainment, for industrial equipment and others are produced. And not just batteries: Exide Technologies also manufactures chargers. The full range of products of this corporation can be found on the official website.

For cars

Exide Classic. These are traditional, proven batteries that have been proven over the years. They have a lid that can be opened and, if necessary, added water, the usual liquid electrolyte is what many motorists are used to. Serviceability gives you a certain amount of confidence in the battery. Such batteries are suitable for cars with standard equipment.Capacities in the series range from 40 to 90 Ah, the cold scroll current is 320-680 A.

Exide Excell. This series includes self-service calcium batteries. They combine the achievements of time-tested, combined with improved performance. Starting power of these batteries is increased to 15%. The capacity is 32-110 Ah, the starting current is 270-850 A.

Exide Premium Batteries in the manufacture of plates using carbon additives. This improves charge reception by shortening the charge time. Starting capacities increased by 30%. Such batteries are suitable for modern cars with a large number of energy consumers, for intensive driving in urban and extreme conditions. Capacities in the series are 38-100 Ah, the cold scroll current is 300-900 A.

Exide Start-Stop AGM. Newest generation maintenance free batteriesin which the electrolyte is in the form of a gel, impregnating fiberglass, and the plates are twisted into a spiral. The production also uses modern high-tech materials. These batteries are durable, have high power and are great for cars with start-stop and regenerative braking systems, lots of electronics and an intelligent fuel economy function. Also suitable for water transport. Capacity - 50-105 Ah, cold scroll current - 680-950 A.

Exide Start-Stop EFB. Reliable, long-lasting, fuel-efficient and heat-resistant batteries. Suitable for vehicles with start-stop function and other fuel economy functions. The capacity is from 60 to 80 Ah, the current of the cold scroll is 520-720 A.

For trucks

Expert HRV. Battery for operation in the most difficult operating conditions, resistant to vibration, do not require topping up fluid. They have capacities of 140-225 Ah, starting currents of 760-1150 A.

Professional Power Provide maximum inrush current, resistant to extremely high and low ambient temperatures. Reliable for long trips, do not require topping up fluid. The capacity in the series is from 120 to 235 Ah, the starting current is 850-1300 A.

Professional Standard serviced batteries for trucks in normal use. They have a capacity of 110-215 Ah, a starting current of 750-1200 A.

For motorcycles

Standard batteries. Dry-charged batteries, electrolyte included. Affordable, a large number of models. Suitable for any motor vehicle, starting from small scooters. Serviced, allow you to control the volume of electrolyte. Capacities vary from 4 to 13 Ah, inrush current - from 35 to 105 A.

Maintenance free AGM. Modern batteries in which electrolyte is used to impregnate fiberglass. They are supplied inactive, require self-refueling with electrolyte, which comes with the kit. Further do not require topping up. Capacities 2.3-18 Ah, inrush current 35-270 A.

Sealed GEL / AMG. Powerful, durable gel batteries. They are delivered ready to use, do not require maintenance in the future. Capacity 14-30 Ah, the current of the cold scroll 100-180 A.

For hobbies and leisure

Start AGM. Battery for motor boats, boats and yachts. They have high starting power and resistance to vibration, are protected from leakage. Suitable for seasonal storage. Capacity 42-100 Ah, starting current 700-925 A.

Dual AGM. Battery for electric motors, vehicles with an electric motor and cars with a prestarting heater, satellite security system. Quickly recover after discharge. Capacity 50-240 Ah, starting current 700-1200 A.

Equipment Gel. Traction batteries for electric vehicles, scrubber driers, electric forklifts, ships experiencing frequent deep discharges. Capacities 25-210 Ah.

Exide Charger

Exide chargers are designed to charge battery machines, watercraft and motor vehicles. Suitable for private and professional use. Used in many auto repair shops.

Exide Battery Maintenance

When servicing all types of batteries, the following rules must be observed:

• Store batteries only when charged, in a cool, dry place;
• during storage, sometimes check the open circuit voltage;
• when the open circuit voltage drops below 12.5 V, charge the battery;
• clean the housing and connections from dirt;
• clean the terminals from oxidation and lubricate with petroleum jelly;
• Do not use batteries in the presence of leaks, swelling and cracks.

For serviced batteries, the owner also sometimes needs to check the state of the electrolyte and top up if necessary.

Charge indicator

How to charge Exide batteries

Charge batteries at a temperature of 0-25 degrees Celsius. The frozen battery must be brought into a warm room and allowed to warm up, and then recharged. This is carried out using a special memory, from the mains. The device must be connected to the pole terminals, observing the polarity.

Batteries in deep discharge must be charged with a current not exceeding 1-2 A, batteries in normal condition - with a current of 1/10 of the capacity. AGM batteries do not have strict current requirements, but voltage must be monitored. It is also impossible that during the charging process the case is heated more than 45 degrees Celsius.

How to find out the release date and decrypt the code

The marking is located on the case, consists of one digit and one letter.

The first two characters indicate the release date. The first character is a number, it indicates the year of manufacture, the second character is a letter, this is the month of manufacture: (A - January and February, B - March and April, C May and June, D - July and August, E - September and October, F - November and December).

Decryption example in the picture:

Did you have or have a battery Exide? Then tell us in the comments about your impressions about him, this will greatly help other motorists and will make the material more complete and accurate.

Reviews

Alexander
I use the AGM battery of this brand. The fifth year has gone, everything suits me. It was necessary to charge literally several times. In any frost, the car starts up calmly.

Vladimir
Great battery, dear - but worth it. I have batteries of this brand both on a car and on a motorcycle, I drive in the summer. I don’t know any problems.

Fedor
For the first time I tested the battery of this brand at work, on a truck. After that I bought it on my personal car. I like the fact that it has to be very rarely charged, and the way it holds frosts.