Power-Sonic DCG12-65 User Manual

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MH20845

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RECHARGEABLE

DCG 12-65

12 Volt 65 Amp Hours

POWER-GEL SERIES

GEL BATTERY

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16mm

6mm

M6

DCG12-65

12 Volt 65 AH

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. certi ed

U.L. recognized - MH 20845

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CE compliant

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Terminals (mm)

T6: Threaded insert w.

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6 mm stud fastener

Physical Dimensions: in(mm)

Performance Specifi cations

Nominal Voltage ............................................................................ 12 volts (6 cells)

Nominal Capacity

20-hr. (3.25A to 10.5 volts) ............................................................ 65.0 AH

10-hr. (6.00A to 10.5 volts) ............................................................ 60.0 AH

5-hr. (11.60A to 10.5 volts) .......................................................... 58.0 AH

3-hr. (17.20A to 10.5 volts) ........................................................... 51.6 AH

1-hr. (40.3A to 9.0 volts) .............................................................. 40.3 AH

Approximate Weight ................................................................ 48.0 lbs. (21.8 kg)

Energy Density (20-hr. rate) ..................................... 1.41 W-h/in3 (86.33 W-h/l)

Speci c Energy (20-hr. rate) ................................ 16.25 W-h/lb (35.83 W-h/kg)

Internal Resistance (approx.) ......................................................... 4.5 milliohms

Shelf Life (% of nominal capacity at 68°F (20°C))

1 Month ..................................................................................................... 0.97

3 Months .................................................................................................... 0.91

6 Months ................................................................................................... 0.83

Operating Temperature Range

Charge .. ........................................................... -4°F (-20°C) to 122°F (50°C)

L: 10.25 (260) W: 6.60 (168) H: 8.15 (207) HT: 8.98 (228)

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 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.

Discharge ....................................................... -40°F (-40°C) to 140°F (60°C)

Case .....................................................................................ABS Plastic (UL94 HB)

Recommended Power-Sonic Chargers .............................................................n/a

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Capacity Retention Ratio (%)

Standing Period (Months)

100

80

60

40

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0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20

40oC
(104oF)

30oC
(86oF)

20oC
(68oF)

5oC
(41oF)

Chargingis not
necessary unless
100% of capacity
is required.

Chargingbefore
use is necessary
to help recover
full capacity.

Chargemayfail
to restore full
capacity. Do not
let batteries reach
this state.

100

80

60

40

20

0

0 1 2 3 4

Ambient Temperature 20˚C (68˚F)

Float Charging Voltage

2.25 - 2.30 V/Cell

Retention Capacity (%)

Years

DCG12-65 12 Volt 65 AH

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Capacity (%)

120

500

100%

DOD

50%
DOD

30%
DOD

20%
DOD

1000 1500 2000 2500 3000

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80

60

40

20

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Number of Cycles (Time)

10

9

8

7
6

5
4

3
2

60
50
40

30

20

10

8

6

0 1 2 4 6 7.5 9 11.5 24 45 73 105

Discharge Time

Discharge Current (A)

min h

0ºC

(32ºF)

40ºC

(104ºF)

25ºC

(77ºF)

13

12

11

10.8

10.5

9.6

9

7.8

Loading Voltage (V)

Discharge Time

0 3

min h

35 510 10 2016 30 60 2

70A

40.3A

17.2A

11.6A

6.58A

3.5A

Shelf Life & Storage

Discharge Time vs. Discharge Current

Discharge Characteristics

Life Characteristics in Stand-By Use

Charging

Cycle Applications: Limit initial current to 19.5A. 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 650mA. 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.

Please refer to the Charger Selection Guide in our specication sheets for “C-Series
Switch Mode Chargers” and “Transformer Type A and F Series”. Please contact our
Technical department for advice if you have difculty in locating suitable models.

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Life Characteristics in Cyclic Use

Further Information

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