Thanks for correcting my error, Mike. The battery I'm talking about is indeed AGM, not a GEL cell. Optima AGM datasheets claim an internal impedance of 2 milliohms. Datasheets of flooded-cell batteries with similar AH ratings claim Z = 10 milliohm. Quite a difference. Quite a diffference in price, too, it should be said :) Horses for courses... best regards, Jack -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist