Is using a UPS i.e. APC Smart-UPS (4 battery) a recognized way to charge and maintain SLA batteries (AGM) throughout the year? Given that the batteries should be discharged about every 3 months?

 

hi BA,
Check out this link.
https://batteryuniversity.com/learn/article/how_to_restore_and_prolong_lead_acid_batteries
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Given that the batteries should be discharged about every 3 months?

Where did you get that info?
I see no reason to do that.

 

Where did you get that info?
I see no reason to do that.

.I remember reading that somewhere.... though I have not ever done that to be honest.

 

Where did you get that info?
I see no reason to do that.

I just want to make sure the float charge from the UPS isn't going to damage the battery throughout the 3-5 year lifecycle