Switching your golf cart from lead acid to lithium batteries can feel like upgrading from a flip phone to a smartphone. It has the same basic function, but it is faster, lighter and lower maintenance. Wondering why you should make the switch? Many people swap for the much longer life-span, love the fact that they are maintenance free, weigh less, charge quicker, have greater range, environmentally friendly and have a long term lower cost.
Our experts at Buggies Unlimited have put together a guide so you have everything you need to know on how to pick the right battery for your ride.
What are Eco Lithium Golf Cart Batteries?
Eco Batteries are a Lithium Battery made to fit directly into most golf cart setups without any major modifications. Eco Lithium Batteries are EV-grade with LiFePO4 cell chemistry that is the most stable chemistry currently available, making them extremely safe and stable under heat, impact or overcharging. The battery can handle 3,000-5,000+ charge cycles before dropping its capacity. For a comparison, lead batteries typically last 500-1,000 cycles.
Why Choose Eco Lithium Batteries over Lead Acid Batteries?
Eco Battery stands out against lead acid battery options by combining a purposeful design, quality performance and long lasting reliability. Here’s why switching to Eco Lithium Batteries is the smartest choice for your cart:
- Stronger Power – handles added loads and additional accessories with ease
- Advanced Battery Management System (BMS) – Safer and better cell balancing
- Complete Bundles – Includes hassle free conversion kits
- Lasting Warranties – Up to 10 years of worry free operation
- Weight Reduction – You can replace up to four lead acid batteries with one Eco Battery
What is the Lifespan of Eco Batteries?
Eco Batteries, unlike traditional batteries, come with a 10-year warranty. Your regular lead acid batteries typically last 2-4 years at most. Eco Batteries offer 10+ years of service, including a 10-year warranty, ultimately minimizing replacements, downtime and hassle.
How to Choose the Perfect Eco Battery for Your Cart:
1. Determine Your Cart’s Voltage
- Count the number of installed batteries (6 batteries × 8 V = 48 V). Eco Battery bundles are available in 38 V, 51V, 70 V and more.
- Golf carts are usually described by their nominal voltage: 36V, 48V, or 72V. Nominal is the labeled voltage, not the exact number you’ll see when the batteries are fully charged. A 36 volt battery, for example, actually charges up to about 38 volts, and a 48 volt cart can reach around 51 volts. That’s why you might notice lithium batteries or chargers labeled 38V, 51V, or even 70–72V. They’re all for the same systems; it’s simply showing the real, fully charged voltage.
- If your cart currently runs on 36V lead acid, switching to a 38V Lithium Eco Battery gives you the same fit and compatibility while adding big benefits. It’s lighter, more efficient, and lasts much longer. The same goes for 48V lead acid to a 51V Eco Battery Lithium.
2. Select the Right Capacity (Amp‑Hours)
Your Amp-Hours determines how far and how strong the battery will power your cart:
- 60 Ah – Light use: flat terrain, single rider
- 105 Ah – Moderate use: occasional hills, two passengers
- 160 Ah+ – Heavy use: four or more passengers, lifted carts, accessories
For everyday riders, 105 Ah strikes the best balance of range and affordability.
3. Choosing an Eco Bundle
Our Eco Battery bundles make powerful upgrades smooth, simple and ensure a worry free installation. Choosing a bundle guarantees all components are engineered to work together smoothly, which maximizes your golf cart’s battery lifespan and performance.
Most bundles include:
- The Eco Battery
- CAN Charger
- DC-DC 12V Convert with 40V-90V Input
- Eco Battery’s Remote Wakeup Kit
- Complete Battery Installation Kit
We highly recommend the Eco Battery Lithium Conversion Kits we bundled together so you can ensure you receive everything you need for a successful installation. There is nothing worse than forgetting you needed one part of a kit to make it run!
4. Factor in Accessories & Upgrade Plans
Planning to add lights, a sound system, fans, or towing accessories? Upgrade to a more powerful Ah or include a 12 V converter so your Eco Battery system powers them without resistance.
For simple guidance, travel to our batteries page, linked below to find out the perfect battery for you determined by lifestyle, make and model, or filtering by different sizes. If you need additional help determining what battery you need, give us a call, our techs will be happy to walk you through your options! 1-888-444-9994
So, Why Choose Eco Battery?
Massive Weight Reduction: Replace four bulky lead acid batteries with just one Eco Lithium battery. The result delivers a lighter ride with better handling.
Smarter Power: Eco’s advanced Battery Management System (BMS) isn’t just intelligent, it’s protective. It includes:
- Overcharge protection
- Low voltage safeguards
- Precision cell balancing to enhance performance and extend cell life
- Charging freeze protection to prevent damage in low temps
Lasting Reliability: While traditional lead acid batteries may degrade over time, Eco batteries retain storage capacity for over 10 years and if you run into any issues big or small, there’s a 10-year warranty to back you up.
Upgraded GEN3 Performance: Upgrading to the newest Gen 3 Battery ensures you’re getting the most advanced technology that Eco Battery offers, built for performance and quality while giving you peace of mind. The GEN3 batteries keep your cart running longer and charging faster.
Environmentally Friendly Energy: With zero toxic materials and 100% recyclability, Eco Batteries are a cleaner, wiser and more responsible power solution.
Mess-free: Unlike traditional batteries that can spill harmful acid in the event of an accident, Eco’s lithium batteries stay sealed, safe and mess-free.
Switching to Eco isn’t just an upgrade, it’s peace of mind, performance and sustainability in one powerful package.
Here’s Our Final Thoughts:
Going with Eco Battery lithium is more than just swapping batteries, it’s upgrading to a smarter, lighter and overall safer power system. You’ll highly benefit from faster charging times, long-lasting life, greener and cleaner and a warranty that stands built to last.
Ready to power your cart into the future? Choose the right Eco Battery today and enjoy years of run, range and reliability.
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