D E L C Y C E R E B PS-1230 12 Volt 3.4 AH Features Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) technology for superior performance V alve 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 Speci cations Nominal Voltage ........................................................................ 12 volts (6 cells) 3.2 Nominal Capacity F1 - Quick disconnect 4.75 20-hr. (170mA to 10.50 volts) ........................................................ 3.40 AH tabs, 0.187 x 0.032- Mate with AMP. INC. 10-hr. (330mA to 10.50 volts) ....................................................... 3.30 AH FASTON 187 series 5-hr. (580mA to 10.20 volts) ....................................................... 2.90 AH 6.35 0.8 1-hr. (2.2A to 9.00 volts) .............................................................. 2.20 AH 15-min. (6.5A to 9.00 volts) ................................................................ 1.63 AH Physical Dimensions: in (mm) Approximate Weight ........................................................... 2.90 lbs. (1.32 kg) Energy Density (20-hr. rate) ................................. 1.25 W-h/in3 (76.26 W-h/l) Speci c Energy (20-hr. rate) .............................. 14.07 W-h/lb (31.02 W-h/kg) Internal Resistance (approx.) ...................................................... 45 milliohms W Max Discharge Current (7 Min.) ............................................... 10.2 amperes Max Short-Duration Discharge Current (10 Sec.) .................. 34.0 amperes Shelf Life (% of nominal capacity at 68F (20C)) 1 Month ...................................................................................................... 97% Sealed Rechargeable 3 Months ..................................................................................................... 91% Battery HT H 6 Months .................................................................................................... 83% MODEL PS-1230 12 Volt 3.4 Amp. Hr. Pb MH20845 www.power-sonic.com Operating Temperature Range NONSPILLABLE L Charge .. ........................................................... -4F (-20C) to 122F (50C) Discharge ....................................................... -40F (-40C) to 140F (60C) L: 5.24 (133) W: 2.64 (67) H: 2.36 (60) HT: 2.60 (66) Case ...................................................................................................... ABS Plastic Tolerances are +/- 0.04 in. (+/- 1mm) and +/- 0.08 in. (+/- 2mm) for Power-Sonic Chargers ................................................... PSC-12300A, 12500A height dimensions. All data subject to change without notice. To ensure safe and ef cient operation always refer to the latest edition of our Technical Manual, as published on our website. www.power-sonic.com All data subject to change without notice. T S U M Y R E T T A BPS-1230 12 Volt 3.4 AH Shelf Life & Storage Discharge Characteristics 14.0 100 Charging is not o o Ambient Temperature 20 C (68 F) necessary unless 100% of capacity 13.0 is required. 80 o Charging before 5 C 12.0 use is necessary o (41 F) to help recover full capacity. 60 11.0 Charge may fail to restore full o 0.17 o o 30 C 0.34 40 C 20 C capacity. Do not 10.0 o o o let batteries reach 0.68 (86 F) 40 (104 F) (68 F) this state. 1.7 9.0 0 Final 3.4 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 Voltage 8.0 Standing Period (Months) 6.8 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 Life Characteristics in Stand-By Use 10 Ambient Temperature 20C (68F) 5 Final 100 Voltage 10.5V 80 2 10.2V 60 1 Float Charging Voltage 40 2.25 - 2.30 V/Cell 9.6V 30 20 0 0 1 2 3 4 9.0V o o 40 C (104 F) 10 o o Years 20 C (68 F) o o 0 C (32 F) 5 8.1V Life Characteristics in Cyclic Use 0.17 0.34 0.68 1.7 3.4 6.8 120 Discharge Current (A) 100 Charging 80 Cycle Applications: Limit initial current to 1.02A. Charge until battery voltage 60 (under charge) reaches 14.4 to 14.7 volts at 68F (20C). Hold at 14.4 to 14.7 Discharge Discharge Discharge volts until current drops to under 34mA. Battery is fully charged under these Depth 100% Depth 50% Depth 30% conditions, and charger should be disconnected or switched to float voltage. 40 1. Discharge Current 0.2C (Final Voltage 1.7V/Cell) Float or Stand-By Service: Hold battery across constant voltage source of 2. Charge Current: 0.1C 20 o o o o 13.5 to 13.8 volts continuously. When held at this voltage, the battery will seek its 3. Ambient Temperature: 20 C to 25 C (68 F to 77 F) 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. 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All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Capacity Retention Ratio (%) Discharge Time min h Terminal Voltage (V) Retention Capacity (%) Retention Capacity (%)