Dakota Lithium Blog

David Brooke - Team Dakota Lithium - Kayak Fishing Hometown: Gardner, Illinois Kayak Bass Angler that travels the Midwest for tournaments and chasing my dreams of catching big bass. Sport of choice in the winter? Summer? In the Spring, Summer and Fall I kayak fish until the water freezes. IN the winter I usually only have about 6 weeks of down time before my tournament season starts again, I usually spend that preparing for the next season and working/visiting outdoors expos. What circuits do you compete in? Ketch-Photo_Release (Co-founder and director) Kayak Bass Fishing Kayak Bass League Starting 2020 BASS Nation Kayak Series Wins, Accomplishments, and Big Moments KBF Trail Series E/W Harbors 3rd Place 2018,19 and 20 KBF National...

Roberto Briones - Team Dakota Lithium - Kayak & Ice Fishing Hometown: Embrun, Ontario, Canada I started fishing in 2002 and fell in love with it after catching my first bass. The love grew into fishing tournaments out of bass boats. Studied bass fishing like a nerd. Life events made me sell my beloved Bullet Bass Boat in 2013 and that's when I made the switch to kayak fishing. I've been "hooked" ever since! Sport of choice in the winter? Summer? In the summer I love Kayak Fishing.... In winter it is ice fishing What circuits do you compete in? KAAO - Kayak Anglers Association of the Outaouais Wins, Accomplishments, and Big Moments President and Founder of KAAO Northeast. Kayak Fishing...

EXPLORE THE 2020 DAKOTA LITHIUM CATALOG Discover the DL battery collection. Half the weight, twice the power, and 4x the lifespan of traditional batteries.   Download the 202 Dakota Lithium Catalog   WE BELIEVE QUALITY IS MEASURED BY LIFESPAN - HOW LONG A BATTERY LASTS That's why here at Dakota Lithium we focus on building batteries that last a long, long time. By harnessing our unique chemistry and engineering know-how Dakota Lithium lasts 4x longer than traditional batteries, providing lasting value for our customers, and reducing e-waste and the impact on our planet. Shop Dakota Lithium Deep Cycle Batteries

What is the most reliable backup power supply for ham radio operators? Check out Ham Radio Crash Course for instructions on how to use a Dakota Lithium battery and a solar panel to create an emergency power source. Dakota Lithium: simple, reliable power. Shop Dakota Lithium Ham Radio Batteries

Winters in North Dakota can get really cold. Each winter we see temperatures in the -40F to -20F at our factory in Grand Forks, ND. That's cold enough that you can throw a cup of coffee in the air and it will freeze before hitting the ground.  Up here on the great plains the cold weather is unforgiving – high winds, deep snow, long nights. Dakota Lithium was born out of this rugged landscape. We wanted to build a battery to endure harsh conditions and low temperatures for a long time. Here's what we learned: Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries Are the Best Choice for Cold Weather If you are powering your fish finder, trolling motor, RVs, boats, golf cart and electric...

Dakota Lithium batteries deployed in Alaska by the US Army Corps of Engineers. This summer the US Army Corps of Engineers installed Dakota Lithium batteries in sensor equipment across Northern Alaska. The reason why? They last so long and keep working even during the cold arctic winters, making DL an ideal choice for use in rugged and remote environments. "We're very proud to be working with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on this harsh environment field study. Basically, they've chosen us to replace their lead acid units in this situation because of the legendary price-quality-service mix offered by the Dakota Lithium team. Not only do the Dakota units function very well in cold and extreme environments, but our R&D...

What is a starter battery? A starter battery, also called a car battery, is designed to provide a large burst of current for a short period of time. This surge of current turns the engine over during the starting process then the alternator takes over. The burst of energy only discharges the battery 1- 3% then is topped off by the alternator. Under normal use your car battery may go through its entire life without ever being drained more than 20 percent of its total capacity. Starter battery = single bust of energy When should I use a starter battery? For starting your car, motorcycle, or other gasoline engine. Since this battery is used for starting the engine only we...

To determine the best battery for your solar panels look for a high round trip efficiency (RTE), and a long cycle life (lifespan), and a flat voltage curve (usable energy). A more efficient battery with a flat voltage curve will allow you to use more of the solar energy generated by your solar panels. A long cycle life will provide the lowest cost per recharge cycle (pro tip: look for a warranty that matches the advertised cycle life - for example, Dakota Lithium provides an 11 year warranty on all batteries).   What is the most efficient battery for solar panels? Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries provide the highest Round Trip Efficiency (RTE) for solar / solar grid energy conversion. Lithium...

Dakota Lithium is a proud sponsor of over 200+ professional athletes in the fishing industry. From kayak fishing to pro bass tournament boats, we have the battery for you. Here's what our pros have learned: For 12V trolling motors the capacity of your battery must be larger then the lbs of thrust of your motor. I.e. use a battery with an Ah (Amp Hour) number that is larger then your lbs of thrust. For example, a small motor with 30 lbs of thrust to be used on a kayak requires a battery with 30 Ah of capacity or greater. The more lbs of thrust the larger the battery needed. The more run time you want the bigger battery you need....

Choosing the right trolling motor battery can make a big difference in your time on the water. Learn how to match battery voltage and capacity to your trolling motor, estimate runtime, and compare lead-acid and lithium batteries. Discover why LiFePO4 batteries are becoming a popular choice for anglers looking for longer runtime, less weight, and reliable performance.

Let the performance of the lithium (LiFePO4) battery speak for itself. Thank you to Missouri Secrets Tackle for recording a side by side run-time comparison between Dakota Lithium and SLA batteries. An extended discharge rate is one of the most notable differences between lithium and SLA batteries. Used in sonars, fish finders, and cameras, we've had ice and kayak anglers go days (sometimes weeks) without charging their Dakota Lithium battery. Once you upgrade you will never want to use an SLA battery again. So, how does a Dakota Lithium battery match up against a used SLA battery and a brand new SLA battery in a high energy draw Aqua-Vu fishing camera? See for yourself! Why do lithium batteries last so long?...

Dr. Yong Hou Vice President Research & Development, Dakota Lithium Lead chemical engineer for research & development, executive director for Dakota Lithium factory in Grand Forks, ND. Founder Clean Republic Founder Dakota Lithium Batteries Founder Hilltopper Electric Bike Company Previously a professor of engineering at the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks "Good batteries require good chemistry. I founded Dakota Lithium with Michael to create the longest lasting batteries possible by using great chemistry and strict quality control. My research has allowed us to create our own nanoparticles or nanopowder for use in building high quality batteries. I am proud to see my creations take off, and to help people like you."  Dr. Yong Hou moved to Grand Forks to...