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A power inverter is one of the most useful tools when you’re off the grid whether you’re camping, tailgating or preparing for power outages. It converts 12 volt DC power from your battery into 120 volt AC power, so you can run everyday items like laptops, fans, or even a coffee maker.

But how do you know what size inverter you need? And what kind of battery works best? We’ve broken it down in a simple way, plus we’ve included helpful product links from BatteryMart.com so you can shop smart and get set up with confidence.

Step 1: Know

Will storing my car or motorcycle battery on a concrete floor ruin it?

No, you can put a car or motorcycle battery on a concrete floor without any problems. The long-standing belief that a concrete floor will “drain” or “kill” a modern car battery is a myth. This popular rule of thumb was once true for early automotive battery technology. But thanks to advancements in materials, the batteries we use today are completely safe to place on any surface, including concrete.

The Origin of the Concrete Floor Myth

To understand why this myth was once true, we have to look … Keep Reading

While there are rare instances that a hearing aid will use a rechargeable battery, the majority of them use one of the standard Button Cell Zinc-Air batteries. These batteries all operated at 1.35 Volts (sometimes rounded up to 1.4 Volts). Typically, one would differentiate between batteries with their size.

Here you can find answers to some of the most common questions. Hearing aid batteries are extremely valuable items, and hopefully the answers here will help you understand a little more about them.

How can I tell what battery size I need?

Some time ago, hearing aid batteries sizes were standardized … Keep Reading