Which lithium should I go with??

[ducker2]

Thanks, will the iconic charger work with other brand batteries?

[Bluegill22]

i've never heard anyone say...man my batteries last too long.

true fact!

[DREWTICK]

Thanks, will the iconic charger work with other brand batteries?

YES, the Ionic charger will work with other brands and types of batteries including Lead and AGM but if purchasing for another brand of Lithium Batteries please check with the battery manufacture to be sure it meets their specs.
The Ionic Charger charges at 14.6v constant voltage and then floats at 13.8 volts

https://drewcraft.com/product/ionic-battery-charger/

[Hunter689 / Get Outdoors]

Thanks, will the iconic charger work with other brand batteries?

It may work, however for some brand lithiums it may not be an approved charger and void their warranty.

[rfdong]

true fact!

absolutely....plus remember as the batteries age cycle wise they become “less” battery as well like lead but many more cycles to get there but you’ll in the long run end up with more battery left. Cost is always a consideration but go biggest you can and you’ll never have to worry. As for cost, while more competition should mean less $ we really except for special promotions haven’t seen that much price decrease in the more established brands. Plus labor and materials never go down so doubt you’re gonna see the price halve, but in the meantime you’re missing out on maybe one of the best things you can do for your boat. Not sexy but seriously awesome investment.

I’m running 3 Battleborn 100ah for TM and Ionic 100 ah for cranking and all have been flawless. I’ve run the BB for 2 1/2 years and the Ionic cranking for almost a year with no issues. Fished my first tournament 2 weeks ago ( my season ended early last year so never got to try and run the Ionic down) and livewells running all day and 2 HDS Gen 2 with LSS1 module and finished the day at 99%. Cal delta so lots of running but stilll.....I love the peace of mind. My $0.02

[bassassin]

YES, the Ionic charger will work with other brands and types of batteries including Lead and AGM but if purchasing for another brand of Lithium Batteries please check with the battery manufacture to be sure it meets their specs.
The Ionic Charger charges at 14.6v constant voltage and then floats at 13.8 volts

https://drewcraft.com/product/ionic-battery-charger/

DREWTICK

I'm a bit confused with the options/batterie s on the Ionic site. I have a Fortrex 80 24 volt (currently running 2 Optima Bluetops 31). Which are the options for replacement? I see the 24volt 50 ah for $839. Is there a 100 ah version of this (in a single battery?) Or are there Package Deal I might consider? Thanks.

[DREWTICK]

DREWTICK

I'm a bit confused with the options/batterie s on the Ionic site. I have a Fortrex 80 24 volt (currently running 2 Optima Bluetops 31). Which are the options for replacement? I see the 24volt 50 ah for $839. Is there a 100 ah version of this (in a single battery?) Or are there Package Deal I might consider? Thanks.

50ah is the largest single 24v I have, I will be happy to quote you a price for a pair of 100ah or a package price

PM sent

[cweb]

50ah is the largest single 24v I have, I will be happy to quote you a price for a pair of 100ah or a package price

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Do you sell a 3 bank 12 v charger?

[DREWTICK]

Do you sell a 3 bank 12 v charger?

Yes I have many options available, pm me and I will get you a price tomorrow

[JoshKeller]

i have a 36v 40ah battery and fished 10.5 hours in the current sunday and at rest it was still at 79%, at full power it was reading at 49%. i spent 70% of my time on 4, the rest on 10. it amazed me at how much lower i could set the motor and still hold in current with the less weight of 3 lead acid batteries and a 45 amp charger in the boat.

[rngZ520]

So, it appears that you can run 3 12V 50AH Lithium's on a normal 36V trolling motor and be satisfied. I hope to pull the trigger on these by the end of the week.

[cevans]

I’m 70 yrs old, now fish for crappie, walleye, and occassionally Bass, but primarily troll jigs and cranks out of a now g3 jon boat, gave up the heavy bass boats, and now use a 12 volt MK power drive 55 amp with ipilot. Other day, after installing 2-100 amp Ionic lithiums, trolled constantly for alittle over 6 hrs,,,,,constantly,,,,usage was only 27% total. I can fish 2 days now without charging my trolling motor batteries. Using a 50 amp Ionic for electronics only, running a 10 DI+ with mega 360 and a 7 di g3n For charts and 2d both up front, and a 9 SI g2n on the bow, all networked and a gps Heading puck also,,used 52% of it in alittle over 6 hrs. I ran all electronics for the test and can shut the 9 off when up front. Dropped my boat weight alittle over 200 lbs as had 3-31 wet cells and heavy on board chargers also..Very happy with the Ionic lithiums! Love the phone app to keep track of usage and output while using and recharging the batteries. If I go back to a 24 volt trolling motor, I should get less usage possibly also.

[mean_dean]

This year is the 5th year I've been running RELiONS, 2 50ah on my Fortrex and a 100ah for cranking, graphs, etc... Charging them with Dual Pro with the lithium profile. Never run them down and even gone 2 days a few times without charging.

[TBozeman]

Terry,

Do you mind sharing how the Ionics batteries performed? Thanks in advance.

[sierra1610]

As a fishing guide, I fish around 250 days a year. I've been using 3 ReLion 100 amp batteries without any problem for over 3 years. I run 4 HB Solix units plus 360, 36v Ultrex, lights, including blacklights at night, live wells (if in tournament), and in heavy tail race current for 12 hours. Never a problem. Can't say enough good things about ReLion. They have the latest technology in the industry.

[sierra1610]

Also run a 4th 100 amp HP ReLion for cranking.

[mactlman]

https://thmarinesupplies.com/collect...nd-accessories

[texasbass1]

I'm running Lithium Pro's 2 50ah for my TM and 1 80ah for my cranking and accessory battery. Run all day and have never been below 90%. Glad I made the change to lithium, a bonus is they will charge with any charger that works on AGM or Gel. No need for a special charger.

[lpugh]

50AH or 100AH?? Looking to replace my trolling motor batteries with Lithium, but torn between 50AH or 100AH. I am power fisherman and the trolling motor is usually on 70 or higher. Will the 50AH last during a 9hr tournament day?

You need 100AH or more in my opinion, unless they offer a tradeup if you try 50AH,
Blue top grp 31 are 75 amp hour, if they are not doing the job, I really doubt that 50AH lithium's will either, The probably would be very comparable to what you have now
You do not want to get wrong and end up buying a second set

[fatcrappie]

Do you have a 4th battery for cranking?