PSH-12180FR 12 Volt 21.0 AH

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Features • Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) technology for superior performance • Designed specifically for high-rate discharge (UPS) applications • 80 Watts/cell for 15 min. of constant power • Rugged plastic case and cover, flame retardant to UL94 V-0 • 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 20845

Terminals (mm) Performance Specifications

3.4 Nominal Voltage...... 12 volts (6 cells) • F2: Quick disconnect 6.35 Nominal Capacity AMP, INC. Faston tabs, 20-hr. (1.05A to 10.50 volts) ...... 21.00 AH 0.250” x 0.032” 7.95 0.8 • NB2: Tin plated brass 10-hr. (2A to 10.50 volts) ...... 20.00 AH 14 2 post with nut & bolt 5-hr. (3.7A to 10.20 volts) ...... 18.50 AH

connectors 4.5 6 12 1-hr. (13A to 9.00 volts) ...... 13.00 AH 15-min. (40A to 9.00 volts)...... 10.00 AH Physical Dimensions: in (mm) Approximate Weight ...... 13.20 lbs. (5.99 kg) Energy Density (20-hr. rate) ...... 1.77 W-h/in3 (107.86 W-h/l) Specific Energy (20-hr. rate) ...... 19.09 W-h/lb (42.09 W-h/kg) W Internal Resistance (approx.) ...... 12 milliohms Max Discharge Current (7 Min.) ...... 63.0 amperes Max Short-Duration Discharge Current (10 Sec.)...... 210.0 amperes Shelf Life (% of nominal capacity at 68°F (20°C)) 1 Month ...... 97% RECHARGEABLE BATTERY HIGH-RATE SERIES HT H 3 Months...... 91% MODEL PSH-12180NB-FR (UL94 V-O flame retardant) 12 Volt 21.0 Amp. Hr. 80 Watts per Cell 6 Months ...... 83% T B US E R M E Y C R Y

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MH20845 D B NONSPILLABLE Operating Temperature Range Charge...... -4°F (-20°C) to 122°F (50°C) L Discharge...... -40°F (-40°C) to 140°F (60°C) L: 7.14 (181) W: 3.03 (77) H: 6.59 (167) HT: 6.59 (167) Case...... ABS Plastic (UL94 V-O flame retardant) Tolerances are +/- 0.04 in. (+/- 1mm) and +/- 0.08 in. (+/- 2mm) for Power-Sonic Chargers.....PSC-122000A, 124000A, 122000A-C, 124000A-C height dimensions. All data subject to change without notice.

To ensure safe and efficient 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 PSH-12180FR 12 Volt 21.0 AH ®

Constant Power Discharge Ratings

FINAL WATTS PER CELL @ 25° C MODEL VOLTAGE 5 MIN 10 MIN 15 MIN 20 MIN 30 MIN 45 MIN 60 MIN

1.75 140 106 80 65 50 36 26 PSH-12180FR 1.70 142 107 80 66 51 37 26 1.67 144 108 82 67 52 38 27

Discharge Time vs. Discharge Current Discharge Characteristics

10 13.0 9 12.0 8 7 11.0 6

hrs. 5 10.5 4 5.7A 3.7A 2.0A 1.05A 10.0 13A 3 9.6 2 20A

Terminal Voltage (V) Voltage Terminal 9.0 60 50 40 8.0 30 7.8 60A 40A Discharge Time 20 0 1.5 3 5 12 20 30 60 2 3 5 10 20 10 min. hrs. min. 8 40°C (104°F) 25°C (77°F) 6 0°C (32°F) Discharge Time 4

0 .65 1.27 2.08 2.3 2.8 4 7 13 21 41 62 75 Shelf Life & Storage

Discharge Current (A) ) 100 Charging is not (% necessary unless 100% of capacity Charging io is required.

Rat 80 5oC Charging before Cycle Applications: Limit initial current to 6.3A. Charge until battery voltage o use is necessary

ion (41 F) to help recover (under charge) reaches 14.4 to 14.7 volts at 68°F (20°C). Hold at 14.4 to 14.7 t full capacity. volts until current drops to under 210mA. Battery is fully charged under these n 60 conditions, and charger should be disconnected or switched to “float” voltage. Charge may fail Rete to restore full o 30oC o ty 40 C 20 C capacity. Do not i o o “Float” or “Stand-By” Service: Hold battery across constant voltage source of 40 (104 F) (86 F) (68oF) let batteries reach 13.5 to 13.8 volts continuously. When held at this voltage, the battery will seek its ac this state. p own current level and maintain itself in a fully charged condition. 0 Ca 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 Note: Due to the self-discharge characteristics of this type of battery, it is Standing Period (Months) imperative that they be charged within 6 months of storage, otherwise permanent loss of capacity might occur as a result of sulfation.

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