RECHARGEABLE
DCG 12-125
12 Volt 125.0 A.H. @ 20-hr. rate to 1.80V
121.0 A.H. @ 10-hr. rate to 1.80V
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MH20845
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DCG12-125
12 Volt 125.0 AH @ 20-hr. rate
121.0 AH @ 10-hr. rate
Features
Thixotropic gel electrolyte for enhanced performance
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Valve regulated, spill proof construction allows safe
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operation in any position
Superior capabilities
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Power/volume ratio yielding unrivaled energy density
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Rugged ABS plastic (UL94-HB) case and cover
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Approved for transport by air. D.O.T., I.A.T.A., F.A.A. and
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C.A.B. certied
U.L. recognized - MH 20845
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CE compliant
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Terminals (mm)
T11: Threaded insert
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w. 8 mm stud fastener
Physical Dimensions: in(mm)
Performance Specications
Nominal Voltage ............................................................................ 12 volts (6 cells)
Nominal Capacity
20-hr. (6.25A to 10.8 volts) .......................................................... 125.0 AH
10-hr. (12.1A to 10.5 volts) .......................................................... 121.0 AH
5-hr. (20.8A to 10.5 volts) .......................................................... 104.0 AH
3-hr. (30.7A to 10.5 volts) ............................................................. 92.1 AH
1-hr. (72.0A to 10.0 volts) ............................................................ 72.0 AH
Approximate Weight .............................................................. 103.8 lbs. (47.3 kg)
Energy Density (20-hr. rate) ..................................... 1.53 W-h/in3 (93.10 W-h/l)
Specic Energy (20-hr. rate) ................................. 14.45 W-h/lb (31.86 W-h/kg)
Internal Resistance (approx.) ......................................................... 4.8 milliohms
Shelf Life (% of nominal capacity at 68°F (20°C))
1 Month ...................................................................................................... 97%
3 Months ..................................................................................................... 91%
6 Months .................................................................................................... 83%
Operating Temperature Range
Charge .. ........................................................... -4°F (-20°C) to 122°F (50°C)
Discharge ....................................................... -40°F (-40°C) to 140°F (60°C)
L: 13.54 (344) W: 6.73 (171) H: 10.79 (274) HT: 11.02 (280)
Tolerances are +/- 0.04 in. (+/- 1mm) and +/- 0.08 in. (+/- 2mm)
for height dimensions. All data subject to change without notice.
To ensure safe and efcient operation always refer to the latest edition of our Technical Manual, as published on our website.
All data subject to change without notice.
Case .....................................................................................ABS Plastic (UL94 HB)
Recommended Power-Sonic Chargers ............................................................. n/a
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DCG12-125 12 Volt 125.0 AH @ 20-hr. rate, 121.0 AH @ 10-hr. rate
0
5
10 15 20 25
20
40
60
80
100
120
Resi du al Ave ra ge C ap acit y in % o f C
20
Storage Time (months)
Available Capacity (%)
40°C
30°C
20°C
10°C
25
30
30
40
60
80
110
50
70
90
100
-20 -15 0 15 20-10
-5 5
10
Battery Temperature (°C)
Available Capacity (%)
0.25 C
0.15 C
0.10 C
1C
0.05 C
1 246 8
102040
60
2
4 6 8 10 20
HMIN
C=C
20
Discharge Time
Terminal Voltage (V)
Temperature (25°C)
6.5
6.0
5.5
5.0
4.5
4.0
13.0
12.0
11.0
10.0
9.0
8.0
6V
BATTERY
(V)
12V
BATTERY
(V)
6.25
12.5
25
50
75
125
250
0
4
8
1 2
1 6 2 0
2 4
2 8
3 2
Charging Time (Hours)
Temperature (25°C)
Charged Volume
Charge Voltage
(Constant 2.25 V/cell)
C=C
20
After 50% Discharge
After 100% Discharge
Charging Current
(0.1CA-2.25V/cell)
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
0.1C
0.08C
0.06C
0.04C
0.02C
2.4
2.3
2.2
2.1
2.0
0C
CHARGE
VOLUME
CHARGE
CURRENT
CHARGE
VOLTAGE
(%) (A) (V/cell)
0
4
8
1 2
1 6 2 0
2 4
2 8
3 2
Charging Time (Hours)
Temperature (25°C)
Charged Volume
Charge Voltage
(Constant 2.25 V/cell)
C=C
20
After 50% Discharge
After 100% Discharge
Charging Current
(0.1CA-2.25V/cell)
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
0.1C
0.08C
0.06C
0.04C
0.02C
2.4
2.3
2.2
2.1
2.0
0C
CHARGE
VOLUME
CHARGE
CURRENT
CHARGE
VOLTAGE
(%) (A) (V/cell)
0
5
10 15 20 25
20
40
60
80
100
120
Resi du al Ave ra ge C ap acit y in % o f C
20
Storage Time (months)
Available Capacity (%)
40°C
30°C
20°C
10°C
0
4
8
1 2
1 6 2 0
2 4
2 8
3 2
Charging Time (Hours)
Temperature (25°C)
Charged Volume
Charge Voltage
(Constant 2.25 V/cell)
C=C
20
After 50% Discharge
After 100% Discharge
Charging Current
(0.1CA-2.25V/cell)
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
0.1C
0.08C
0.06C
0.04C
0.02C
2.4
2.3
2.2
2.1
2.0
0C
CHARGE
VOLUME
CHARGE
CURRENT
CHARGE
VOLTAGE
(%) (A) (V/cell)
0
5
10 15 20 25
20
40
60
80
100
120
Resi du al Ave ra ge C ap acit y in % o f C
20
Storage Time (months)
Available Capacity (%)
40°C
30°C
20°C
10°C
30
40
60
80
20
10
50
70
90
100
25
30
30
40
60
80
110
50
70
90
100
-20 -15 0 15 20-10
-5 5
10
Battery Temperature (°C)
Available Capacity (%)
Number of Cycles
Extracted Capacity (%)
400 800 1200 1600 2000 2400 2800 3200 3600 4000
Acc. to IEC 896-2 (25°C/77°F)
0.25 C
0.15 C
0.10 C
1C
0.05 C
1 246 8
102040
60
2
4 6 8 10 20
HMIN
C=C
20
Discharge Time
Terminal Voltage (V)
Temperature (25°C)
6.5
6.0
5.5
5.0
4.5
4.0
13.0
12.0
11.0
10.0
9.0
8.0
6V
BATTERY
(V)
12V
BATTERY
(V)
6.25
12.5
25
50
75
125
250
0
4
8
1 2
1 6 2 0
2 4
2 8
3 2
Charging Time (Hours)
Temperature (25°C)
Charged Volume
Charge Voltage
(Constant 2.25 V/cell)
C=C
20
After 50% Discharge
After 100% Discharge
Charging Current
(0.1CA-2.25V/cell)
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
0.1C
0.08C
0.06C
0.04C
0.02C
2.4
2.3
2.2
2.1
2.0
0C
CHARGE
VOLUME
CHARGE
CURRENT
CHARGE
VOLTAGE
(%) (A) (V/cell)
1 246 8
102040
60
2
4 6 8 10 20
HMIN
C=C
20
Discharge Time
Terminal Voltage (V)
Temperature (25°C)
6.5
6.0
5.5
5.0
4.5
4.0
13.0
12.0
11.0
10.0
9.0
8.0
6V
BATTERY
(V)
12V
BATTERY
(V)
6.25
12.5
25
50
75
125
250
0
4
8
1 2
1 6 2 0
2 4
2 8
3 2
Charging Time (Hours)
Temperature (25°C)
Charged Volume
Charge Voltage
(Constant 2.25 V/cell)
C=C
20
After 50% Discharge
After 100% Discharge
Charging Current
(0.1CA-2.25V/cell)
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
0.1C
0.08C
0.06C
0.04C
0.02C
2.4
2.3
2.2
2.1
2.0
0C
CHARGE
VOLUME
CHARGE
CURRENT
CHARGE
VOLTAGE
(%) (A) (V/cell)
Discharge Characteristics
Float Charging Characteristics
Cycle Life in Relation to Depth of Discharge Temperature Effects in Relation to Battery Capacity
General Relation of Capacity vs. Storage Time
Charging
Cycle Applications: Limit initial current to 37.5A. Charge until battery voltage
(under charge) reaches 13.90 to 14.20 volts at 68°F (20°C). Hold at 13.90 to
14.20 volts until current drops to under 1.0A. Battery is fully charged under these
conditions, and charger should be disconnected or switched to “oat” voltage.
“Float” or “Stand-By” Service: Hold battery across constant voltage 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, it is imperative that they be charged
within 6 months of storage, otherwise permanent loss of capacity might occur as a
result of sulfation.
Chargers
Power-Sonic offers a wide range of chargers suitable for batteries up to 100AH.
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