This is the first battery I bought for my solar setup after a lot of research and I am very pleased with the purchase. Right now, I'm only running a single battery with a few loads and it seems to be working accordingly. I have this hooked up to the Renogy 50 amp DC-DC, 200 watt solar, and alternator which gives me plenty of juice...so far. I am looking to add a few more loads to the circuit but I think this battery should be plenty for our build. Battery monitoring on our setup uses the Bt-2 module which I'm not impressed with at all.
So far they are great! I haven't put them under load yet but seem solid. Came very protected (box with Styrofoam inside a box with Styrofoam). They were fully charged upon arrival and had zero dings, marks, scratches, or any sign of damage. I'm using in a 24v backup system with solar. They are HEAVY (130lbs) and just a touch more than double the volume of a size 31 battery. They are shorter so they do have a big footprint. Handles were easily removed once they were in place so they have a clean look. Sitting here hoping the power goes out so I can play now...
It was the perfect part to complete my electrical system along with my inverter. My system is now up and running leaving me not wanting for power. My 300W Solar Kit, 200Ah AGM battery, and 1000W pure sine wave inverter (all Renogy), has made my life so much easier. Just wish the rest of my van would cooperate (blasted thermostat).
This was the best value on a AGM battery I could find from a highly rated vendor. It arrived ahead of schedule in perfect condition. Packaging was impressive and completely protected the battery.