DEEP CYCLE LEAD ACID GEL BATTERY

A GEL battery custom matched for use in a renewable energy laboratory learning environment.

• Nominal voltage: 12V
• Design life: 12 years
• Grid alloy: Calcium/tin lead alloy
• Plates: Flat pasted
• Separator: Microporous polymer
• Active material: Very high purity lead
• Electrolyte: Gelled sulphuric acid, analytical grade purity
• Charge voltage — Float: 2.25–2.30 VPC @ 25°C; Cycling: 2.35 VPC @ 25°C; Max: 2.4 VPC; Max ripple: 0.05C (A)
• Venting valve: EPDM rubber; release pressure 1.5–2 psi (10.5–14 kPa); resealing at 1 psi (7 kPa)