Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago
One of our favorite places to camp is in the GSMNP. These are primitive campsites and after multiple trips in our new camper with the 12 volt refrigerator, the 12 volt deep cycle batteries were ruined. I decided to invest in a lithium battery. Knowing very little about them, other than the fact that it will provide power for a longer period of time and that you can get 75% or more out of the battery before needing a charge compared to 50% or less with the deep cycle batteries.
No claims by me to be knowledgeable about lithium batteries. I chose this battery based on price, reviews and Amp Hours. I liked what I saw with the jsdsolar battery, the reviews were good, and at 400ah, I should be able to go for a much longer period of time between charges. At the time of purchase, this 400ah battery was just over $900. I really like the app that allows you to see the rate of charge and temperature. I have put some time into trying to learn the battery. I have received some great information from people about lithium batteries and also some not so good information. I’m still learning and I welcome and appreciate any constructive criticism. My biggest challenge now is the controller, it is charging the battery as I was told it would, however, I want to purchase one that is specific to this battery as I feel that I will get much more out of my battery with the proper controller.
jsdsolar 12.8 V 400AH LiFePO4 Lithium Battery
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RYOBI 18V ONE+ HP Compact Brushless 1/2" Drill/Driver Kit With Battery & Charger
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Step Drill Bits
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Rubber Grommets
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RYOBI P344 18V ONE+ 3/8-inch 4-Position Power Ratchet (Tool-Only, Battery & Charger Not Included)
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One of our favorite places to camp is in the GSMNP. These are primitive campsites and after multiple trips in our new camper with the 12 volt refrigerator, the 12 volt deep cycle batteries were ruined. I decided to invest in a lithium battery. Knowing very little about them, other than the fact that it will provide power for a longer period of time and that you can get 75% or more out of the battery before needing a charge compared to 50% or less with the deep cycle batteries.
No claims by me to be knowledgeable about lithium batteries. I chose this battery based on price, reviews and Amp Hours. I liked what I saw with the jsdsolar battery, the reviews were good, and at 400ah, I should be able to go for a much longer period of time between charges. At the time of purchase, this 400ah battery was just over $900. I really like the app that allows you to see the rate of charge and temperature. I have put some time into trying to learn the battery. I have received some great information from people about lithium batteries and also some not so good information. I’m still learning and I welcome and appreciate any constructive criticism. My biggest challenge now is the controller, it is charging the battery as I was told it would, however, I want to purchase one that is specific to this battery as I feel that I will get much more out of my battery with the proper controller.
jsdsolar 12.8 V 400AH LiFePO4 Lithium Battery
amzn.to/4igUTqZ
RYOBI 18V ONE+ HP Compact Brushless 1/2" Drill/Driver Kit With Battery & Charger
amzn.to/3FkSHjL
Step Drill Bits
amzn.to/3DyRzbW
Rubber Grommets
amzn.to/3R3Sq7i
RYOBI P344 18V ONE+ 3/8-inch 4-Position Power Ratchet (Tool-Only, Battery & Charger Not Included)
amzn.to/4iiilUN
