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GEL Battery 12 V - 225 Ah

Model 40290073

12 V, 225 Ah (C20) deep-cycle VRLA GEL battery with 12-year float design life, 600 cycles at 80% DoD and 2250 A cranking current; maintenance free and air-transport approved.

Description

The WhisperPower GEL Battery 12 V – 225 Ah is a deep-cycle, maintenance-free VRLA (recombination) battery designed for frequent cyclic discharge under extreme temperatures, with a 12-year float design life.

Key features

  • Deep-cycle long-life design for heavy-duty service
  • Strong grid construction for frequent deep discharge
  • Shock-resistant heavy-duty casing; limited ventilation needed
  • Approved for air transport

Technical data

  • Part number: 40290073
  • Capacity: 225 Ah (C20), 209 Ah (10 h), 181 Ah (5 h)
  • Nominal voltage: 12.0 VDC, 6 cells; M8 stainless steel terminals
  • Float charge: 13.60–13.80 VDC; cyclic (absorption) charge 14.25–14.60 VDC at 25 °C
  • Recommended charge current limit: 45.0 A
  • Reserve: 450 min at 25 A
  • Cranking: 2250 A (5 s, 25 °C)
  • Cycle life: 600 at 80% DoD
  • Self-discharge: <3% per month at 25 °C; internal resistance approx. 4.0 mΩ
  • Dimensions: 522 x 240 x 219 mm; weight 65.0 kg

Specifications

40290073GEL Battery 12 V - 225 Ah
Length x width x height522 x 240 x 219 mm (20.6" x 9.5" x 8.6" inch)
Weight +/- 10%65.0 kg (143.3 lb.)
Nominal capacity (C20)225 Ah
Nominal voltage12.0 VDC
Terminal typeM8 stainless steel
Number of cells6
Constant voltage Charging (IU, float)13.60 to 13.80 VDC @ 25C
Cyclic Charging ( IUU, absorption)14.25 to 14.60 VDC @ 25 C
Recommended charging current limit (higher possible)45.0 A
Temperature cut-off ratio4mv/cell/°C
Discharge cut off voltage 100% depth of discharge d.o.d.1.75 VDC @ (A) <= 0.2 C1.70 VDC @ 0.2 C (A) <= 1.0 C1.65 VDC @ (A) >= 1.0 C
Rated Capacity @ 25°Crate to 1.80 VDC per cell
20 hrs discharge225.0 Ah
10 hrs discharge209.0 Ah
5 hrs discharge181.0 Ah
Peukert Coefficient1.21<P<1.24
Time reserve minutes 25 amps discharge450 minutes
Self dischargeLess than 3% per month @ 25°C
Storage timeGEL-power batteries can be stored for maximum6 months at 25°C, Charging recommended before using.
Cranking amps @ 25°C ( 5 sec)2250 A
Cycle life at 80% of D.O.D600
Internal resistance Approx.4.0 mΩ

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