Rechargeable Sealed Lead-Acid Battery

PS-12400
12 Volt 40.0 Amp. Hrs.
Features:
Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) technology for
superior performance.
Valve regulated, spill proof construction
allows safe operation in any position.
Power/volume ratio yielding unrivaled
energy density.
Rugged ABS plastic case and cover
Approved for transport by air. D.O.T., I.A.T.A.,
F.A.A. and C.A.B. certified.
U.L. recognized under file number MH 14328.

PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Nominal Voltage....................................................................................................................................................... 12 volts (6 cells in series)
Nominal Capacity
20 hour rate (2000mA to 10.50 volts) .................................................................................................................................. 40 A.H.
10 hour rate (3700mA to 10.50 volts) .................................................................................................................................. 37 A.H.
5 hour rate (6600mA to 10.20 volts) .................................................................................................................................. 33 A.H.
1 hour rate (24A to 09.00 volts) ................................................................................................................................... 24 A.H.
Approximate Weight................................................................................................................................................... 32.25 pounds (14.7 kg)
Energy Density (20 hour rate)............................................................................................... 1.41 Watt-hours/cubic inch (86.3 Watt-hours/l)
Specific Energy (20 hour rate).................................................................................................. 14.9 Watt-hours/pound (32.60 Watt-hours/
kg)
Internal Resistance (Fully Charged Battery)...................................................................................................... 6 milliohms (approximately)
Maximum Discharge Current ( <_ 7 Min.)................................................................................................................................... 120 amperes
Maximum Short-Duration Discharge Current ( <_ 10 Sec.)...................................................................................................... 400 amperes
Terminals..................................................................................................................................................................... M6 nut and bolt terminals
Vibration Test (2000 cycles/minute, 0.10 inch excursion, 2 hours)................................................. No loss in capacity or performance
Shelf Life — % of nominal capacity at 68o F (20o C)
1 Month.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 97%
3 Months.................................................................................................................................................................................... 91%
6 Months.................................................................................................................................................................................... 83%
Operating Temperature Range
Charge..................................................................................................................................................................... -4oF (-20oC) to 122oF (50oC)
Discharge................................................................................................................................................................ -4oF (-20oC) to 140oF (60oC)
Case............................................................................................................................................................................................................. ABS
TECHNICAL DATA: PS-12400
Shelf Life and Storage Discharge Characteristics
100 (V)
Charging is not
14.0
Capacity Retention Ratio (%)
necessary unless o o
100% of capacity
Ambient Temperature 20 C (68 F)
is required. 13.0
80 Charging before
5oC

Terminal Voltage
use is necessary 12.0
(41oF) to help recover
full capacity. 11.0
60
Charge may fail 2A
10.0 4A
40oC
o to restore full 8A
30 C
o
20oC capacity. Do not 20A
40 (104oF) (86 F) (68oF) let batteries reach 9.0
Final
this state. Voltage
40A
0 8.0
80A
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
Standing Period (Months) 1.2 2.4 6 12 24 36 48 1 2 4 6 8 10 20 40
min. hrs.
Discharge Time
Life Characteristics in Stand-By Use
o
Ambient Temperature 20 C (68 F)
o
Discharge Time vs. Discharge Current
100
Retention Capacity (%)

20
80
Float Charging Voltage
15
60 2.25-2.30V/Cell 10

40
5 Final
20 Voltage

hrs.
10.5V
0 2 10.2V
0 1 2 3 4

Discharge Time
Years
1

min.
9.60V
Life Characteristics in Cyclic Use 30
120
9.0V o o
10 40 C (104 F)
100 o o
Retention Capacity (%)

20 C (68 F)
o o
0 C (32 F)
80 5 8.10V

60 Discharge Discharge Discharge

Depth 100% Depth 50% Depth 30%
2 4 8 20 40 80
40 Discharge Current (A)
1. Discharge Current 0.2C (Final Voltage 1.7V/Cell)
20 2. Charge Current: 0.1C
3. Ambient Temperature: 20oC to 25oC (68oF to 77oF) Physical Dimensions: in. (mm)

0
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200
Number of Cycles
6.42 (163)

CHARGING
Cycle Applications: Limit initial current to 8000mA. Charge until bat-
tery voltage (under charge) reaches 14.40 to 14.70 volts at 68oF (20oC).
Hold at 14.40 to 14.70 volts until current drops to approximately 400mA. 7.72 (196)
Battery is fully charged under these conditions, and charger should
either be disconnected or switched to “float” voltage.
“Float” or “Stand-By” Service: Hold battery across constant volt-
6.85 (174)

age source of 13.50 to 13.80 volts continuously. When held at this

voltage, the battery will seek its own current level and maintain itself in
a fully charged condition.
NOTE: Due to the self-discharge characteristics of this type of battery,
it is imperative that they be charged after 6-9 months of storage, other-
Tolerances are +/- 0.04 in. (+/- 1mm) and +/- 0.08 in. (+/- 2mm) for height dimensions.
wise permanent loss of capacity might occur as a result of sulfation. All data subject to change without notice.

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