A flat battery always seems to happen at the most inconvenient time whether it be a frosty morning or miles away from home. Year round it is important to ensure you are covered just in case you are caught short with a flat battery. That’s where an SIP battery booster pack comes in handy. A must have for any vehicle on the road, it will boost your battery power and get you back on the road without waiting for roadside assistance.
But not all booster packs are the same, they differ in size, technology, and suitability for different vehicles including AGM, capacitor and hybrid boosters. SIP offer a wide range of vehicle booster packs and here is our handy guide to help you choose which might be the best choice for your needs.
1. AGM Boosters
These old school style units use a specific type of Lead Acid battery called AGM which are more resistant to spills and leaks making them ideal to pop in the boot of your car for when they are required.
Key Features:
· Offering powerful cranking rates from a robust and compact case.
· Sealed, maintenance free design which makes them ideal for a range of environments with reduced risk of spills or leakage.
· Delivering high power teamed with a long service life
· Simple and easy to use
· Reliable performance
1. Capacitor Boosters
Fitted with ultracapacitors that store energy in a different way than traditional battery boosters, these ‘battery-less’ boosters can store and discharge energy quickly meaning they can offer high power for short periods of time.
Key Features:
· Can be charged and discharges many times without losing capacity – typically around 1 million times!
· Works well in a wide range of temperatures making them ideal for cold harsh weather
· Low maintenance requirements, they don’t need any fluids or water to work and do not have any moving parts to wear out.
· Long shelf life as they don’t require a charging regime making them ideal for long term storage in vehicles for use as and when required.
· Lightweight design, they are around half the weight of an AGM booster.
· Can be charged quickly from a running vehicle in less than 2 minutes.
1. Hybrid Boosters
A combination of AGM and capacitor technology in one powerful compact unit. Designed to provide the best of both worlds using a smaller AGM battery teamed with the ultra-capacitor high power charge and discharge. Ideal for those wanting high performance and multiple engine boosting within short periods of time.
Key Features:
· Provides continued performance and quick boosting in emergency situations
· Can be discharged to boost a battery, charged from this vehicle battery within 2 minutes, disconnected and used to boost another battery again immediately.
· Offers excellent performance levels even in extreme cold or heat
· Boasts a high cycle life, they can be charged and discharged many times without losing power or capacity.
· Lower maintenance costs and a longer service life with less replacement parts.
· Sealed unit which makes them safe for use in a variety of environments and reduces the risk of leakage or spills
Which One is Right for You?
When deciding which booster to go for, the best option for you will depend on your specific requirements and also your budget. For standard drivers or family cars on the go with the need for a lightweight, quick-charging option, a capacitor booster is the option for you. If you need a booster pack for a larger vehicle or want reliability along with proven technology, an AGM booster pack may be your best bet. These are generally ideal for larger vehicles or garages.
For professionals and heavy duty users requiring multiple jump starting from one booster pack frequently, you will want a balance of both, a hybrid booster may be the way to go. Whichever way you go, we have a wide range available to suit your requirements!
Final Thoughts
Battery booster packs are an essential tool for drivers, whether you’re just looking for peace of mind on the road or you’re managing an entire fleet. Choosing the right type depends on your vehicle, your usage, and how much portability matters to you.
At SIPUK- World of Power, we offer a wide selection of booster packs to suit every situation from compact lithium units for cars to heavy-duty professional models. Explore the range today and make sure you’re never caught out by a flat battery again.