PS-12120 12 Volt 12.0 AH
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 impact resistant ABS case and cover (UL94-HB) • Approved for transport by air. D.O.T., I.A.T.A., F.A.A. and C.A.B. certifi ed • U.L. recognized under fi le number MH 20845
Terminals (mm) Performance Specifi cations
Nominal Voltage ...... 12 volts (6 cells) 3.4 Nominal Capacity • F2 - Quick disconnect 6.35 20-hr. (600mA to 10.50 volts) ...... 12.0 AH tabs, 0.250” x 0.032” - Mate with AMP. INC 10-hr. (1.1A to 10.50 volts) ...... 11.0 AH FASTON “250” series 7.95 5-hr. (2.1A to 10.20 volts) ...... 10.5 AH 0.8 1-hr. (7.25A to 9.00 volts) ...... 7.25 AH 15-min. (21.5A to 9.00 volts) ...... 5.38 AH Physical Dimensions: in (mm) Approximate Weight ...... 7.92 lbs. (3.59 kg) Energy Density (20-hr. rate) ...... 1.69 W-h/in3 (103.41 W-h/l) Specifi c Energy (20-hr. rate) ...... 18.18 W-h/lb (40.08 W-h/kg) W Internal Resistance (approx.) ...... 20 milliohms Max Discharge Current (7 Min.) ...... 36.0 amperes Max Short-Duration Discharge Current (10 Sec.) ...... 120.0 amperes Shelf Life (% of nominal capacity at 68°F (20°C)) 1 Month ...... 97%
Sealed Rechargeable Battery 3 Months ...... 91% HT H MODEL PS-12120 F2 6 Months ...... 83% 12 Volt 12.0 Amp. Hr.
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NONSPILLABLE Operating Temperature Range www.power-sonic.com Charge ...... -4°F (-20°C) to 122°F (50°C) L Discharge ...... -40°F (-40°C) to 140°F (60°C) L: 5.95 (151) W: 3.86 (98) H: 3.70 (94) HT: 3.94 (100) Case ...... ABS Plastic Tolerances are +/- 0.04 in. (+/- 1mm) and +/- 0.08 in. (+/- 2mm) for Power-Sonic Chargers ...... PSC-122000A, 122000A-C height dimensions. All data subject to change without notice.
To ensure safe and effi cient operation always refer to the latest edition of our Technical Manual, as published on our website. All data subject to change without notice. www.power-sonic.com PS-12120 12 Volt 12.0 AH ®
Shelf Life & Storage Discharge Characteristics
) 100 14.0 Charging is not o o (% necessary unless Ambient Temperature 20 C (68 F) 100% of capacity io 13.0 is required.
Rat 80 o Charging before 5 C 12.0 o use is necessary
ion (41 F) to help recover t full capacity. n 60 11.0 Charge may fail Voltage (V) Rete to restore full o 30oC o 1.2 0.60 ty 40 C 20 C capacity. Do not 10.0 i o o 40 (104 F) (86 F) (68oF) let batteries reach 2.4
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Ca Final 12 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 Voltage 8.0 Standing Period (Months) 24
1.2 2.4 6 12 24 36 48 1 2 4 6 8 10 20 4 0 Discharge Time vs. Discharge Current min h Discharge Time 20 15 10 Life Characteristics in Stand-By Use h ) Ambient Temperature 20˚C (68˚F)
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mi 9.0V 0 1 2 3 4 40oC (104oF) 10 o o 20 C (68 F) Years o o 0 C (32 F) 5 8.1V Life Characteristics in Cyclic Use 0.60 1.2 2.4 6.0 12 24 120 Discharge Current (A) 100 ) (% Charging 80 ty i
Cycle Applications: Limit initial current to 3.6A. Charge until battery voltage ac p 60 (under charge) reaches 14.4 to 14.7 volts at 68°F (20°C). Hold at 14.4 to 14.7 Discharge Discharge Discharge volts until current drops to under 120mA. Battery is fully charged under these Ca Depth 100% Depth 50% Depth 30%
conditions, and charger should be disconnected or switched to “float” voltage. ion 40 t n 1. Discharge Current 0.2C (Final Voltage 1.7V/Cell) “Float” or “Stand-By” Service: Hold battery across constant voltage source of 20 2. Charge Current: 0.1C 13.5 to 13.8 volts continuously. When held at this voltage, the battery will seek its Rete 3. Ambient Temperature: 20oC to 25oC (68oF to 77oF) own current level and maintain itself in a fully charged condition. 0 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 Note: Due to the self-discharge characteristics of this type of battery, it is Number of Cycles imperative that they be charged within 6 months of storage, otherwise permanent loss of capacity might occur as a result of sulfation.
Chargers Further Information Power-Sonic offers a wide range of chargers suitable for batteries up to 100AH. Please refer to our website www.power-sonic.com for a complete range of useful Please refer to the Charger Selection Guide in our specification sheets for “C-Series downloads, such as product catalogs, material safety data sheets (MSDS), ISO Switch Mode Chargers” and “Transformer Type A and F Series”. Please contact our certification, etc.. Technical department for advice if you have difficulty in locating suitable models.
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