{"product_id":"rich-solar-alpha-4-vs-lite-24v-100ah-lifepo4-battery","title":"Rich Solar Alpha 4 \u0026 Alpha 4 Lite 24V 100Ah LiFePO4 Battery","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRich Solar Alpha 4 \u0026amp; Alpha 4 Lite | 24V 100Ah LiFePO4 Smart Batteries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the ultimate power depth for your off-grid system with the \u003cstrong\u003eRich Solar Alpha 4 Series (24V 100Ah)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Engineered with a massive 2560Wh of high-density lithium iron phosphate energy, this series offers two distinct models tailored to your environmental needs: the premium weather-defying \u003cstrong\u003eAlpha 4\u003c\/strong\u003e and the streamlined, high-efficiency \u003cstrong\u003eAlpha 4 Lite\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth models deliver deep-cycle, long-lasting performance for remote workshops, RVs, vans, marine vessels, and residential backup solar arrays. Select your ideal variation above based on your climate and smart tracking preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Model Breakdown: Which One Do You Need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich Solar Alpha 4 (Premium):\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for all-weather environments. Features \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in automatic internal self-heating\u003c\/strong\u003e to safely charge in sub-zero freezing temperatures down to -4°F, plus integrated \u003cstrong\u003eBluetooth monitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e to track battery health from your smartphone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1776\/3899\/files\/ALPHA_4_24V_100Ah_Lithium_Battery_240809_PC_2.webp?v=1782262191\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1776\/3899\/files\/ALPHA_4_24V_100Ah_LiFePO4_Lithium_Iron_Phosphate_Battery_20240531_PC_4.webp?v=1782262194\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1776\/3899\/files\/ALPHA_4_24V_100Ah_LiFePO4_Lithium_Iron_Phosphate_Battery_20240531_PC_3.webp?v=1782262196\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1776\/3899\/files\/ALPHA_4_24V_100Ah_Lithium_Battery_240809_PC_1.webp?v=1782262199\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1776\/3899\/files\/ALPHA_4_24V_100Ah_LiFePO4_Lithium_Iron_Phosphate_Battery_20240531_PC_1.webp?v=1782262201\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich Solar Alpha 4 Lite (Streamlined):\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimized for climate-controlled spaces, mild weather, or inside cabins. It offers the exact same rugged 2560Wh power cells and 100A BMS protection, but strips out the heating elements and Bluetooth connectivity to give you premium performance at a lower price point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1776\/3899\/files\/01_bc3db6b1-a35e-43a5-83b5-f7dc2dc25112.webp?v=1782262303\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1776\/3899\/files\/03_fb52bac8-ff5a-40b2-a6ce-08ca574fafe0.webp?v=1782262899\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1776\/3899\/files\/04_1f71f0d2-f861-457e-990b-38b431b07c3e.webp?v=1782262899\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1776\/3899\/files\/Low_temp.png?v=1782263175\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSide-by-Side Comparison: Alpha 4 vs. Alpha 4 Lite\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eFeature Spec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px; background-color: #e6f7ff;\"\u003eAlpha 4 (Premium)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; text-align: left; padding: 8px;\"\u003eAlpha 4 Lite\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCell Chemistry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; background-color: #e6f7ff;\"\u003eLiFePO4 (Lithium)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eLiFePO4 (Lithium)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage \/ Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; background-color: #e6f7ff;\"\u003e25.6V \/ 100Ah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e25.6V \/ 100Ah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Energy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; background-color: #e6f7ff;\"\u003e2560Wh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e2560Wh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Self-Heating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; background-color: #e6f7ff; color: #008000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes (Automatic under 41°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; color: #cc0000;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Bluetooth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; background-color: #e6f7ff; color: #008000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes (App Tracking)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; color: #cc0000;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Discharge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; background-color: #e6f7ff;\"\u003e100A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e100A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCycle Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; background-color: #e6f7ff;\"\u003e5,000+ Cycles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e5,000+ Cycles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharging Temp Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; background-color: #e6f7ff;\"\u003e-4°F to 131°F (with heater)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e32°F to 131°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; background-color: #e6f7ff;\"\u003eIP65 Sealed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003eIP65 Sealed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; background-color: #e6f7ff;\"\u003e48.5 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e48.5 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px; background-color: #e6f7ff;\"\u003e20.9 x 8.1 x 8.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border: 1px solid #dddddd; padding: 8px;\"\u003e20.9 x 8.1 x 8.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ):\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the primary difference between the Alpha 4 and Alpha 4 Lite?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The structural difference lies in environmental protection and monitoring. The premium Alpha 4 includes an automatic internal heating element for winter charging and built-in Bluetooth for real-time status tracking. The Alpha 4 Lite does not have these features but offers identical battery capacity, voltage, and life cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I connect the Alpha 4 and Alpha 4 Lite together in the same battery bank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. For optimal safety and maximum lifespans, it is highly recommended to only match identical models in parallel or series strings. Do not mix the standard Alpha 4 with the Lite version within the same bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do these batteries need a specialized charger?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. 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