Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries are lighter, longer-lasting and maintenance-free compared to lead-acid. We install and convert lithium systems for golf carts, low-speed vehicles, RVs, boats, trolling motors, off-grid solar and mobility equipment throughout the Tampa Bay area.
Why Upgrade to Lithium
A quality LiFePO4 battery can deliver 3,000 to 5,000 charge cycles compared to a few hundred for typical deep-cycle lead-acid. They hold voltage steady as they discharge, charge in a fraction of the time, never need watering and weigh far less — which improves range and handling in carts and boats.
Professional Installation Matters
Lithium systems need compatible chargers, correct cable sizing, proper fusing and a battery management system (BMS) configured for your application. We design the system around how you use it, install it cleanly and walk you through monitoring and charging.
Lithium golf cart conversions
A lithium conversion is the biggest upgrade you can make to a golf cart, and it is the job we recommend most when a lead-acid set wears out. We install it on site across Hernando, Pasco, Pinellas and Hillsborough County.
Florida heat is hard on lead-acid: water boils off faster and plates wear out sooner. LiFePO4 lithium has no water to check and handles the heat far better.
Why cart owners switch to lithium
- Up to 70% lighter. One lithium pack replaces six or eight heavy lead-acid batteries, so the cart is easier on tires, turf and hills.
- More range, steady speed. Up to about twice the range of an aging lead-acid set, and full power until the pack is nearly empty instead of fading as it drains.
- No watering, ever. No distilled water, no acid on the tray, no corroded terminals.
- Faster charging. A few hours on the matched lithium charger (Lithium Rhino quotes about 3–4) instead of an 8–10 hour overnight charge.
- Longer life. About 8–10 years of typical use, compared with about 4–6 years for lead-acid, and often less for lead-acid in Florida heat.
- Long warranty. Lithium Rhino backs its packs with an 8-year warranty (per Lithium Rhino), and our installation workmanship is warranted too. Your invoice lists the exact terms.
Lithium vs. lead-acid at a glance
| Feature | Lithium (LiFePO4) | Lead-acid |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Up to 70% lighter | Six or eight heavy batteries |
| Typical life | About 8–10 years | About 4–6 years |
| Watering | Never | Every few weeks in Florida heat |
| Charge time | A few hours | 8–10 hours, usually overnight |
| Power as it drains | Steady until nearly empty | Slows down as voltage drops |
| Warranty | Lithium Rhino: 8 years | Typically 12–18 months |
| Upfront cost | Higher (installed from $2,495) | Lower (48V Trojan set $1,799 installed) |
Our top pick
Lithium Rhino conversion kits
Lithium Rhino is the kit we recommend first. It comes as a complete kit with the lithium pack, a matched charger, a 12V reducer for lights and accessories, a touchscreen display and the mounting hardware, and Lithium Rhino backs it with an 8-year warranty.
Confirmed fit: Lithium Rhino kits are built for Club Car DS, Precedent, Onward and Tempo carts. Other brands (E-Z-GO, Yamaha, ICON, Evolution, Advanced EV and more): we confirm fit for your cart before anything is ordered.
How a lithium conversion works
- Call (855) 660-4300 or send the request form with your cart's make, model, year and voltage.
- We confirm the kit fits your cart and give you a firm price before anything is ordered.
- On install day the conversion takes about 2–4 hours on site. You get the lithium pack, a matched lithium charger, a state-of-charge display and the mounting hardware.
- We take your old lead-acid batteries with us for recycling and test-drive the cart with you before we leave.
Price and financing
Installed lithium conversions start at $2,495. Your cart, voltage and pack size set the final price, and we confirm it before we come out. Want to stay with lead-acid? A 48V set of six Trojan T-875 8V batteries is $1,799 installed. Pay over time with Affirm at checkout.
Shopping for a kit to install yourself? Our sister site Lithium Conversion Specialist lists kits by cart make and model.
Warning signs
- Tired of watering batteries
- Need more range or runtime
- Want to reduce weight
- Lead-acid pack due for replacement
Questions
Can I use my old charger with lithium?
Usually not. Lead-acid chargers use different charge profiles; we install a lithium-compatible charger to protect your investment.
Lithium conversion questions
How much is a golf cart lithium conversion?
Installed lithium conversions start at $2,495. Your cart, voltage and pack size set the final price, and we confirm it before we come out. If you would rather stay with lead-acid, a 48V set of six Trojan T-875 8V batteries is $1,799 installed.
Will a Lithium Rhino kit fit my golf cart?
Lithium Rhino kits are built for Club Car DS, Precedent, Onward and Tempo carts. For E-Z-GO, Yamaha, ICON, Evolution and other brands, we confirm fit for your cart before anything is ordered, so have the make, model and year ready when you call.
How long does a golf cart lithium conversion take?
About 2 to 4 hours on site. We remove the old batteries, install the lithium pack, matched charger and state-of-charge display, and test-drive the cart with you before we leave.
Can I pay for a lithium conversion over time?
Yes. You can pay over time with Affirm at checkout. Approval and terms come from Affirm.
Is lithium worth it over a new set of lead-acid batteries?
For a cart that gets regular use, usually yes. Lithium costs more upfront, but it typically lasts about 8–10 years versus about 4–6 for lead-acid, needs no watering, charges in a few hours and is up to 70% lighter.