A lead-acid battery in which the electrolyte is immobilized by adding a gelling agent. This battery has the advantage of being non-spillable. A gel cell battery is totally sealed, valve regulated, with no possible access to the cells.

a more expensive type of lead-acid battery that

A type of battery that includes a gelling agent (often silica) in the electrolyte to reduce movement inside the battery case. Gel cell batteries are considered nonspillable, reliable and maintenance-free, making them the preferred choice of hobbyists. For an example, click here. ::  Close