Low battery cut-off monitor

RF_Burns

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A must-have accessory for your house battery is a "Low Battery Cut-Off Monitor". This device monitors your house battery and disconnects the load when the battery voltage drops too low. This condition can happen when a house lamp (Bathroom for instance) is left ON in error. The device will cut off the power when the battery voltage drops to a preset level, preventing battery damage.

Those who have LiFePO4 (lithium) batteries have this feature already in the battery's BMS system.

Lead-acid batteries are permanently damaged when completely drained and are garbage if allowed to freeze if in a low charge state.

They are available in different current ratings. Here is one type: