S6 High Performance AGM™
Bosch S6 High Performance AGM™ Batteries provide excellent charge acceptance & peak power for vehicles with start/stop systems, regenerative braking & the highest electronic demand. The S6 features AGM™ technology & satisfies the highest starting & power supply standards even in extreme hot & cold climates.
Key Features
- Up to 2X longer life* than conventional starter batteries
- Constant power even for short trips, stop-and-go traffic or high consumption in stationary mode
- Latest technology for start/stop applications
- 1-year replacement warranty (6-months for commercial applications)
*Indicates cycle life of battery
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Who invented AGM™ batteries? |
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AGM technology was developed in the 1980s for the military to improve performance and reliability of batteries.
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Why is a new technology for batteries needed? |
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Regulations and gas prices are driving new vehicle technology, which requires a new breed of battery. And consumer demand for modern, power-hungry accessories – such as heated seats, steering wheels, mirrors and windshields, DVD players, GPS Navigation, on-board computers, cell phone chargers, etc. – is also contributing to the need for new battery technology.
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What are the benefits of AGM batteries? |
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With an AGM battery, you get 2 batteries in 1 – a starter battery as well as a battery that is able to cycle deeper.
- AGM batteries provide significant higher vibration resistance for decreased damage and corrosion compared to conventional flooded batteries.
- AGM batteries provide reliable starting in extreme hot and cold climates.
- AGM has very low internal resistance and is therefore capable of delivering high currents on demand.
- AGM batteries offer a DoD (depth-of-discharge) of 80%, whereas flooded batteries are specified at 50% DoD to attain the same cycle life. In other words, AGM batteries offer a higher cycling endurance for today’s demanding vehicles and driving conditions.
- AGM batteries do not contain any free-flowing acid inside the battery and therefore include the safest (spillproof) lead acid battery technology available.
- AGM batteries can be installed/oriented on the side (inverted is not recommended) and are the only type of batteries approved to be installed inside the passenger cabin.
- AGM batteries have more space available (no free flowing acid) for active plate material to provide higher performance and longer life than conventional flooded batteries.
- There is no water loss with AGM batteries, even in high heat climates. In addition, AGM batteries are maintenance free and provide significant longer life.
- AGM batteries recharge up to 5X faster than conventional flooded batteries, for better performance and energy capacity.
- AGM batteries use a recombination reaction to prevent the escape of hydrogen and oxygen gases normally lost in a flooded lead-acid battery (particularly in deep cycle applications). Also, there is no gassing with AGM batteries.
- AGM batteries are the only batteries approved for UPS/Fed-Ex shipping via ground, air or water.
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Who is most interested in AGM batteries? |
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The consumer groups "Good Parent," "Busy Guy" and the "Car Enthusiast" are the adapters of new technology batteries. They drive European Cars, Mini Vans, Pick-up Trucks, Muscle Cars and care about safety, performance and cost of ownership.
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Where can AGM batteries be installed? |
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- AGM batteries can be installed in ANY Auto/Truck/SUV where there is a fitting size available. AGM batteries can replace conventional flooded batteries.
- If your vehicle came with an AGM battery, you HAVE to replaced it with an AGM. In other words, a AGM cannot get replaced with a conventional flooded battery.
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What does VRLA mean? |
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VRLA stands for Valve-Regulated Lead Acid. AGM batteries are also knows as VRLA batteries.
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What does AGM™ mean? |
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Absorbent Glass Mat Technology
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