electric motors

The type of boat plays a fundamental role in where you should mount a trolling motor. So let’s begin by looking at where you can install your trolling motor. At a Glance:1️⃣ Transom mount motors are mounted to the stern and are usually used for smaller boats. 2️⃣ Bow-mount motors are mounted to the front of…

Industry experts recommend charging your trolling motor battery within a discharge range of 50%. That’s for lead-acid batteries. Luckily for us, marine battery manufacturers also produce lithium batteries which only need recharging when they get to around 20%-30% depleted. Here’s a quick snapshot of what to know. At a Glance:1️⃣ Charge trolling motor batteries at…

Although electric motors aren’t primarily made for speed, you can expect a typical top speed of around 5 mph. The top speed of a trolling motor depends on various factors, including the motor’s power (measured in pounds of thrust or watts), the weight and size of the boat, and water conditions. But a crude formula…

Electric trolling motors work by using the principle of electromagnetism. When a current passes through a wire, it generates a magnetic field. By cleverly arranging these wires and magnetic fields, we can create a force that moves the motor. That’s the short answer. But there’s much more to explore, so here’s a quick snapshot of…

Personally, I am a fan of lithium batteries due to their excellent energy density and hence lighter weight in comparison to the equivalent AGM or lead-acid battery. Here’s a quick snapshot of what this guide covers: At a Glance: 1️⃣ Understanding the different types of batteries for trolling motors is crucial. Lead-Acid Batteries, AGM Batteries,…

It becomes confusing when trying to size trolling motors because they are based on pounds of thrust instead of horsepower, which is the traditional measure. The words horsepower and thrust are used interchangeably by many boaters. This is incorrect, as the two terms refer to different motor characteristics. A car with high torque levels can…