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title: What type of battery must I use in a solar system?
description: Preferably a deep cycle, high cycle AGM gel battery. A deep cycle gel battery must be used in this application as it has a much higher cycle life than standard backup batteries and these batteries are therefore normally more expensive…
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updated: "2024-01-29"
category: Battery
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# What type of battery must I use in a solar system?

Preferably a deep cycle, high cycle AGM gel battery.

A deep cycle gel battery must be used in this application as it has a much higher cycle life than standard backup batteries and these batteries are therefore normally more expensive than standby batteries. Standard batteries can be use but have a much shorter cycle life.