LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) is a modern energy storage solution, and considered to be vastly superior to traditional Lithium Ion (Li-ion) batteries.  LiFePO4 batteries have a longer lifespan, typically lasting over 2,000 charge cycles compared to 500-1,000 for Li-ion batteries.  LiFePO4 batteries are supremely safer, as they are far less prone to thermal runaway and explosion compared to Li-ion batteries. Lastly, LiFePO4 batteries have a higher tolerance for extreme temperatures, making them better suited for use in harsh environments, or long term storage in unregulated climate areas

LiFePO4 batteries come with a plethora of quality of life benefits.  They are lighter, more efficient, faster charging, safer, have a longer lifespan than traditional lead-acid batteries, and best of all… require NO maintenance. 

LiFePO4 batteries can last up to 5 times longer than traditional lead-acid batteries, with a lifespan averaging between 10 and 12 years.  This can vary depending on type of usage, how the batteries are stored, how often they are used, and terrain driven on.  

The range you can get from your golf cart on one charge of your LiFePO4 battery will depend on a variety of factors, such as the capacity of the battery, the weight of the cart and passengers, the terrain, and the speed at which you are driving.  This makes it very difficult to place a concrete figure for range.  At B.E.S.T, we offer LiFePO4 solutions that start at 30Ah capacity, and go all the way up to 240Ah.  Broad estimations would put our lowest capacity option providing around 20 miles of range, while our highest capacity option can provide up to 100 miles of range.  Contact us with your desired range and we will help identify the best solution for you.

LiFePO4 batteries provide the safest battery chemistry on the market.  They are FAR safer than lead-acid batteries.  They will not leak, not out-gas corrosive chemicals, and are not prone to thermal runaway.  However, like all batteries, they do contain flammable materials and can still pose a safety risk if not handled properly.  We recommend having your batteries installed/replaced by one of our battery professionals.

Yes, all types of lithium batteries are generally more expensive than lead-acid batteries.  The up-front cost of lithium is around 2.5x more than lead acid.   But, LiFePO4 batteries have a far longer lifespan and will save you money and precious time due to cleaning and maintenance required from lead acid batteries over the course of their 10-year lifespan.