Trojan T105-RE battery

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Trojan has come out with a new addition to their RE (Renewable Energy) line of batteries, the T105-RE see here -

http://findarticles.com/p/articles/m.../ai_n31585407/

The rated AH capacity is the same as the T105 5 HRS 125, 20 HRS 250, however, the warranty is longer and it weighs 5 pounds more. I gotta believe the additional weight is lead, paste etc and not the plastic case.

Has anyone seen these on the market yet and if so, what is the price? I can find all kinds of news releases but can't find anyone selling them yet.

I'm only looking for information on the 105-RE's.

Thanks for your time.

[BryanL]

The whole line of RE batteries looks interesting. The warranty PDF is worth reading if just for what it doesn't include and the tips on maximizing battery life - those are good for any RV battery.

The 5 pounds and longer warranty for same energy is pretty much in line with the capacity, longevity, and cost triad of trade-offs, too.

I wonder what Trojan considers proper use as indicated in the warranty. I notice they don't publish the cycles rating in the specs.

It will be interesting to see how the Firefly battery project compares, too.

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Bryan L,

The guy I do my solar business with checked with his supplier and they didn't know about the 105-RE but they will check on it and get back to him. I'll try and keep the forum posted.

I would imagine normal maintenance on a flooded battery, reasonable charging/discharging, etc. would constitue "proper use".

I am guessing the RE's will be in the $180.00-200.00 range.