Running lights off batteries.

[Offkillter]

I posted this question on a reptile forum and received no input.So I'm bringing it to Arachnoboards where no question goes unanswered.

First let me start by saying,I live in the boondocks! I also love reptiles.Until recently I resisted the urge to venture past my turtles.The prime reason behind this is our ever present threat of power outages.This past winter we dealt without power for a few weeks off and on.Not a big deal for hibernating turtles.However,I recently acquired a baby Savannah monitor and have grown rather found of this little monster. In order to keep him healthy and happy I need to start preparing for the inevitable.I need any input I can get from members with a similar situation.What kind of inverter do you use.What type of battery will give me the most run time between charging and so on...

Winter will be here shortly and I need to have the proper frame work in place any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,Mike

 

[advan]

The best battery would be some sort of deep cycle battery. They are used for marine applications and also lifts(ex. scissors). I would recommend Trojan. For the inverter you will need to find the power usage of the light(s) and if you are using a heatpad that will come to in play. The other options would be generator which would be noisy and a pain but the best option for you would be going to solar power, but thats a whole new ballgame.

 

[Offkillter]

Between fuel costs and noise factor it just makes more sense to me to run off of a battery at night,and off the generator during the day while the battery charges.Any idea how many hours I can expect to get out of a deep cycle?

Thanks.

 

[advan]

Call these guys. They are the closest Trojan dealer I found to your location. They should be able to answer your questions better than I. Good luck.