Large lead acid batteries are a common tool throughout the mining industry to power utility and personnel carrier vehicles. When these batteries aren’t cared for properly, they can become a dangerous resource - especially when stored in a confined space like an underground mine.
A sulfated battery has a buildup of lead sulfate crystals and is the number one cause of early battery failure in lead-acid batteries. The damage caused by battery sulfation is easily preventable and, in some cases, can be reversible. Keep reading to learn more about battery sulfation and how to avoid it.
