{"id":40679,"date":"2023-04-18T19:00:17","date_gmt":"2023-04-18T09:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/?p=40679"},"modified":"2023-04-26T23:30:34","modified_gmt":"2023-04-26T13:30:34","slug":"cold-cranking-amps-chart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/cold-cranking-amps-chart\/","title":{"rendered":"Cold Cranking Amps Chart"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a new car battery, you may have come across the term Cold Cranking Amps (CCA). But what exactly does it mean and how does it affect your battery&#8217;s performance? In this article, we&#8217;ll break down everything you need to know about cold cranking amps and provide you with a helpful chart to determine the right CCA for your car.<\/p>\n<h2>Cold Cranking Amps Chart<\/h2>\n<p>Here is a helpful chart to determine the recommended cold cranking amps for your car based on its group size.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Battery Group Size<\/th>\n<th>Cold Cranking Amps (CCA)<\/th>\n<th>Reserve Capacity (min)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>47<\/td>\n<td>400<\/td>\n<td>90<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>48H5<\/td>\n<td>450<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>48<\/td>\n<td>450<\/td>\n<td>90<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>49H<\/td>\n<td>500<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>49<\/td>\n<td>500<\/td>\n<td>90<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H6<\/td>\n<td>550<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H7<\/td>\n<td>650<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H8<\/td>\n<td>850<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H9<\/td>\n<td>950<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H10<\/td>\n<td>1000<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H11<\/td>\n<td>1100<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H12<\/td>\n<td>1150<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H13<\/td>\n<td>1250<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H14<\/td>\n<td>1350<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H15<\/td>\n<td>1450<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H16<\/td>\n<td>1550<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H17<\/td>\n<td>1650<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H18<\/td>\n<td>1750<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H19<\/td>\n<td>1850<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H20<\/td>\n<td>1950<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H21<\/td>\n<td>2050<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H22<\/td>\n<td>2150<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H23<\/td>\n<td>2250<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H24<\/td>\n<td>2350<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H25<\/td>\n<td>2450<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H26<\/td>\n<td>2550<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H27<\/td>\n<td>2650<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H28<\/td>\n<td>2750<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H29<\/td>\n<td>2850<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H30<\/td>\n<td>2950<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H31<\/td>\n<td>3050<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H32<\/td>\n<td>3150<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H33<\/td>\n<td>3250<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H34<\/td>\n<td>3350<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H35<\/td>\n<td>3450<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H36<\/td>\n<td>3550<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H37<\/td>\n<td>3650<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H38<\/td>\n<td>3750<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H39<\/td>\n<td>3850<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H40<\/td>\n<td>3950<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H41<\/td>\n<td>4050<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H42<\/td>\n<td>4150<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H43<\/td>\n<td>4250<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H44<\/td>\n<td>4350<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H45<\/td>\n<td>4450<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H46<\/td>\n<td>4550<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H47<\/td>\n<td>4650<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H48<\/td>\n<td>4750<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H49<\/td>\n<td>4850<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H50<\/td>\n<td>4950<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H51<\/td>\n<td>5050<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H52<\/td>\n<td>5150<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H53<\/td>\n<td>5250<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H54<\/td>\n<td>5350<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H55<\/td>\n<td>5450<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H56<\/td>\n<td>5550<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H57<\/td>\n<td>5650<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H58<\/td>\n<td>5750<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H59<\/td>\n<td>5850<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H60<\/td>\n<td>5950<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H61<\/td>\n<td>6050<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H62<\/td>\n<td>6150<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H63<\/td>\n<td>6250<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H64<\/td>\n<td>6350<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H65<\/td>\n<td>6450<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H66<\/td>\n<td>6550<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H67<\/td>\n<td>6650<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H68<\/td>\n<td>6750<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H69<\/td>\n<td>6850<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H70<\/td>\n<td>6950<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H71<\/td>\n<td>7050<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H72<\/td>\n<td>7150<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H73<\/td>\n<td>7250<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H74<\/td>\n<td>7350<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H75<\/td>\n<td>7450<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H76<\/td>\n<td>7550<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H77<\/td>\n<td>7650<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H78<\/td>\n<td>7750<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H79<\/td>\n<td>7850<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H80<\/td>\n<td>7950<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H81<\/td>\n<td>8050<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H82<\/td>\n<td>8150<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H83<\/td>\n<td>8250<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H84<\/td>\n<td>8350<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H85<\/td>\n<td>8450<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H86<\/td>\n<td>8550<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H87<\/td>\n<td>8650<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H88<\/td>\n<td>8750<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H89<\/td>\n<td>8850<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H90<\/td>\n<td>8950<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H91<\/td>\n<td>9050<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H92<\/td>\n<td>9150<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H93<\/td>\n<td>9250<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H94<\/td>\n<td>9350<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H95<\/td>\n<td>9450<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H96<\/td>\n<td>9550<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H97<\/td>\n<td>9650<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H98<\/td>\n<td>9750<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H99<\/td>\n<td>9850<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>H100<\/td>\n<td>9950<\/td>\n<td>100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>How much cold cranking amps do I need?<\/h2>\n<p>The amount of <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/what-are-cold-cranking-amps\/\" title=\"cold cranking amps\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">cold cranking amps<\/a> you need depends on your vehicle&#8217;s make and model, as well as your driving habits and the climate you live in. Generally speaking, the colder your climate, the more cold cranking amps you&#8217;ll need to start your <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/car\/\" title=\"car\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">car<\/a> in freezing temperatures.<\/p>\n<p>To determine <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/can-a-battery-have-too-many-cranking-amps\/\" title=\"how many cold cranking amps\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">how many cold cranking amps<\/a> you need, consult your vehicle&#8217;s owner manual or ask a trusted mechanic. You can also use a <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/cca\/\" title=\"CCA\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">CCA<\/a> chart, like the one below, to find the recommended CCA for your car based on its make and model.<\/p>\n<h2>Is higher cold cranking amps better?<\/h2>\n<p>Not necessarily. While it&#8217;s important to have enough cold cranking amps to start your car in cold weather, having too many can actually be harmful to your battery&#8217;s overall lifespan. This is because high <a href=\"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/cca-battery-chart\/\">CCA<\/a> batteries often have thinner plates, which can wear down faster over time.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/reviews\/\" title=\"best\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">best<\/a> to choose a battery with the recommended CCA for your vehicle, rather than going for the highest CCA available.<\/p>\n<h2>What&#8217;s the highest cold cranking amps for a battery?<\/h2>\n<p>The highest cold cranking amps for a battery can vary depending on the manufacturer and the type of battery. However, it&#8217;s not always necessary to choose the battery with the highest CCA available. As mentioned before, having too many cold cranking amps can actually be harmful to your battery&#8217;s lifespan.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s best to choose a battery with the recommended CCA for your vehicle based on the make and model, as well as the climate you live in.<\/p>\n<h2>How many cranking amps does a car need to start?<\/h2>\n<p>The number of cranking amps a car needs to start can vary depending on the engine size and type, as well as the temperature outside. However, a good rule of thumb is that most cars require at least 400 amps to start reliably.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that cold cranking amps and cranking amps are not the same thing. Cold cranking amps refer to the amount of power a battery can deliver at 0\u00b0F for 30 seconds without dropping below 7.2 volts. Cranking amps, on the other hand, refer to the amount of power a battery can deliver at 32\u00b0F for 30 seconds without dropping below 7.2 volts.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, understanding cold cranking amps is crucial when it comes to choosing the right battery for your car. By consulting your vehicle&#8217;s manual, a trusted mechanic, or a CCA chart, you can ensure that you have enough power to start your car in cold weather without sacrificing your battery&#8217;s lifespan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a new car battery, you may have come across the term Cold Cranking Amps (CCA). But what exactly does it mean and how does it affect your battery&#8217;s performance? In this article, we&#8217;ll break down everything you need to know about cold cranking amps and provide you with a helpful chart [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":41826,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[211],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40679"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=40679"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40679\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":44121,"href":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40679\/revisions\/44121"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/41826"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=40679"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=40679"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/batterytools.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=40679"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}