Lead-Acid GEL Battery 12V 55Ah

Lead-Acid GEL Battery 12V 55Ah

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The Lead-Acid GEL Battery has a nominlal voltage of 12V and a nominal capacity of 55Ah.

Lead-acid batteries with GEL technology offer features such as maintenance-free operation, enhanced safety, vibration resistance, and deep cycling capability.

These batteries find applications in renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, marine and RV applications, backup power systems, and medical equipment, among others. Their versatility and reliability make them a preferred choice for various industries.

Specifications

Features

These are the most notable features of lead-acid GEL batteries:

• Maintenance-free operation: lead-acid gel batteries do not require regular maintenance or water additions, making them convenient and hassle-free.
• Enhanced safety: The gel electrolyte immobilizes the acid, reducing the risk of acid spills or leaks, enhancing safety in various applications.
• Vibration and shock resistance: lead-acid gel batteries exhibit excellent resistance to vibrations, shocks, and mechanical stress, making them durable and reliable in demanding environments.
• Deep cycling capability: Gel batteries can tolerate frequent and deep discharges without significant capacity loss, making them suitable for applications requiring reliable and long-lasting power.
• High energy density: lead-acid gel batteries offer a high energy density, allowing them to store a substantial amount of energy in a compact size.
• Wide temperature range: Gel lead-acid batteries can operate efficiently across a wide temperature range, ensuring reliable performance in extreme conditions.
• Long cycle life: lead-acid gel batteries have a long cycle life, meaning they can undergo numerous charge and discharge cycles before experiencing a significant reduction in performance.
• Durability: The gel electrolyte and robust construction of gel batteries make them highly durable, capable of withstanding harsh environmental conditions and rough handling.
• Low self-discharge rate: lead-acid gel batteries have a low self-discharge rate, allowing them to retain their charge for an extended period when not in use.
• Fast charging capability: lead-acid gel batteries can accept high charging currents, enabling faster recharge times compared to some other battery chemistries.
• Environmentally friendly: lead-acid gel batteries are recyclable, contributing to a more sustainable and eco-friendly approach to energy storage.
• Versatile applications: Gel batteries find applications in various industries, including renewable energy, electric vehicles, marine, backup power systems, and more.

Applications

Lead-Acid GEL batteries are highly versatile and find use in a broad range of industries and applications due to their reliable performance, maintenance-free operation, and ability to deliver consistent power supply.

• Renewable energy systems: off-grid and hybrid solar / wind installations 
• Electric vehicles: electric scooters, golf carts, small electric vehicles
• Electric mobility wheelcharis: electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters
• Marine applications: powering marine electronics, trolling motors, auxiliary power
• Recreational vehicle (RV) applications: auxiliary power, lighting, appliances
• Backup power systems: uninterruptible power supply or UPS systems
• Telecommunications infrastructure: backup power for communication towers
• Emergency lighting systems: providing reliable power during power outages
• Medical equipment: critical backup power for medical devices
• Security systems: powering surveillance cameras, alarm systems
• Portable power solutons: camping, outdoor activities
• Remote monitoring systems: powering sensors, data collection devices
• Remote communication systems (powering radio transceivers, satellite communication
• Industrial equipment: forklifts, material handling equipment
• Off-road vehicles: ATVs, UTVs, construction equipment
• Mining and exploration equipment: portable lighting, communication devices
• Standalone power systems: remote areas without access to grid power
• Offshore and maritime applications: buoys, lighthouses, offshore platforms
• Aviation: small aircraft, aircraft lighting, avionics

Lead-Acid GEL Batteries

Lead-acid gel batteries, also known as deep-cycle batteries, are a specific type of lead-acid battery that employs a gel electrolyte to store and release electrical energy. They offer distinct features and advantages over traditional flooded acid-lead batteries, making them a popular choice in various applications.

One of the key features of lead-acid gel batteries is their maintenance-free operation. Unlike flooded batteries, which require regular checks and water additions to compensate for electrolyte evaporation, gel batteries are sealed and do not require such maintenance. This feature not only saves time and effort but also makes them highly convenient for applications where accessing and maintaining batteries is challenging or impractical.

The gel electrolyte used in these batteries plays a crucial role in their performance and safety. It consists of a sulfuric acid solution that is thickened with a gelling agent, usually silica or fumed silica. This gel structure immobilizes the acid, preventing it from flowing freely like in flooded batteries. As a result, acid-lead gel batteries are much less prone to spills or leaks, even in the event of damage or inversion. This feature enhances their safety, making them suitable for applications where the risk of acid exposure or contamination must be minimized.

Another notable advantage of lead-acid  gel batteries is their exceptional resistance to vibration, shocks, and mechanical stress. The gel electrolyte acts as a cushioning material, absorbing and dissipating energy from external impacts. This characteristic makes gel batteries highly durable and reliable, particularly in applications where the batteries are subject to rough handling, such as in transportation, marine, and off-road vehicles.

Lead-acid gel batteries also excel in their deep cycling capability. They can tolerate frequent and deep discharges without significant capacity loss or damage to the battery. This feature is essential in applications that require reliable and long-lasting power, such as renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, and backup power systems. Gel batteries can efficiently store energy from renewable sources like solar or wind, providing a steady power supply even during periods of low or no generation. In electric vehicles, gel batteries offer the advantages of high power density, long cycle life, and the ability to deliver consistent performance across various operating conditions.

The versatility of lead-acid gel batteries extends to a wide range of applications. In the automotive industry, gel batteries are commonly used in motorcycles, golf carts, and forklifts, where their vibration resistance and maintenance-free operation are highly valued. They are also prevalent in marine and RV applications, powering marine electronics, trolling motors, and providing auxiliary power in recreational vehicles. Furthermore, the safety and reliability of acid-lead gel batteries make them well-suited for critical applications, such as backup power systems for telecommunications infrastructure, emergency lighting systems, and medical equipment.

Lead-acid gel batteries offer numerous features and advantages that make them a preferred choice in various industries. Their maintenance-free operation, enhanced safety, vibration resistance, and deep cycling capability make them suitable for applications ranging from renewable energy systems and electric vehicles to marine, RV, and critical backup power systems. With their durability, reliability, and versatility, lead-acid gel batteries continue to play a significant role in providing efficient and dependable power storage solutions.