
Product Specifications for Dakota Lithium 12 Volt, 7 Ah LiFePO4 Rechargeable Battery with F2 Terminals
BM Part #: | DLITH-12V7 |
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Voltage: | 12.8 Volt |
Capacity: | 7 Ah |
Terminals: | F2 (0.25") |
Type: | LiFePO4 |
Length: | 5.94" |
Width: | 2.55" |
Height: | 3.74" |
Shipping Weight: | 2.00Lbs |
Warranty: | 11 Year |
Rechargeable: | Yes |
- Up to 80% capacity for 2,000 cycles.
- Includes an active BMS (Battery Management System) that handles cell balancing, low voltage cutoff, high voltage cutoff, short circuit protection and temperature protection.
- Lithium Iron Phosphate: the safest lithium battery chemistry. Generates significantly less heat the other lithium chemitries, such as Lithium Ion found in many cell phones.
- No thermal Runaway: Dakota lithium cells are extremely stable and do not produce the oxygen needed to aid thermal runaway. Unlike other lithium battery chemistries, these will not result in catastrophic meltdown.
- 100% cobalt free. NCM and other lithium ion chemistries that contain rare earth elements such as Colton or Cobalt product oxygen and toxic fumes when ruptured. Dakota lithium does not contain rare earth elements, does not product oxygen, or is prone to fire.
- Meets UNI 38.3 standards. Cells are UL1642 certified and have been tested per IEC62133 standards. Meets all US and International regulations for air, ground, train, and marine transport.
Product Description
Built Dakota tough and crafted out of Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) technology this is a battery built to last. With a lifespan of 2,000 charge cycles this battery will last up to 5 times longer than your typical SLA battery while providing 100% more capacity at 60% less weight. Rated at 7 Ampere Hours (Ah), this is Dakota Lithium's smallest and lightest battery. Ideal for industrial purposes where you need a long lifespan battery that charges quickly, or for outdoor uses where weight is at a premium. Bulk pricing available for quantities of 2 or more. LiFePO4 charger recommended for optimal performance.
Suitable replacement for SLA 12V. Great for hiking, camping, & outdoor use. Can also be used with fish finders, flashers, robotics, solar lighting, mobility scooters, and more.
How much value is this battery over typical sealed lead acid?
This Dakota Lithium 12V 7Ah battery can retain up to 80% capacity for 2,000 cycles in recommended conditions*. The typical SLA has 500 cycles. As of this writing, our 12V, 7Ah SLA battery is $17.95 and the Dakota Lithium MSRP is $69.95. Roughly, you'll need four (4) SLAs to match the lifespan of a single Dakota Lithium 12V7Ah. Therefore, you'll spend (before shipping): $17.95 * 4 = $71.80 in SLA batteries. That's a fairly close comparison to the $69.95 of Dakota Lithium's battery. However, a few other points to consider:
- Dakota Lithium has a world beating, best in class, eleven (11) year manufacturer defect warranty (the SLA has only one year).
- Dakota Lithium batteries provide consistent power for all 7 Amp hours. They have a "flat" voltage curve, meaning they provide a steady 7Ah output as the battery's charge depletes. An SLA will get weaker, providing less output as the battery is used. In practice, the LiFePO4 battery provides a 75% larger capacity over an equivalent SLA.
- Dakota Lithium's battery includes Active BMS Protection. This is a circuit that handles cell balancing, low/high voltage cutoff, short circuit protections, and temperature protection. The BMS increases the battery's performance and helps it live a longer life.
- This battery weighs 2lbs. 12V 7Ah SLA batteries weight around 5-6lbs.
*A LiFePO4 charger is recommended. Standard AGM chargers will only charge the battery to ~80% of its capacity.