DLB-GC12-12V

Marine
Recreational Vehicle
Truck
Work Vehicle

LITHIUM BLUE Battery

Discover®LITHIUM BLUE LiFePO4 Premium Series batteries offer BMS controlled safety, long life, lightning fast charging performance and real-time Bluetooth access to battery State of Charge, voltage, current, temperature status. LITHIUM BLUE batteries reflect Discover’s Design for Excellence philosophy, incorporating suitcase style carrying handles, terminal protection and field serviceable fuses. LITHIUM BLUE batteries are safe, easily to install and parallel for more capacity.
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Industry Reference BCI: GC12 DIN:
Length A (in/mm) 12.2 312
Width B (in/mm) 7.0 177
Height C (in/mm) 10.9 276
Total Height D (in/mm) 10.9 276
Weight (lbs/kgs) 44.1 20.0
Terminal * ST 5/16
Cell(s) Prismatic 4S2P
Case Material UL94-VO PBT/PC
IP Rating 67
Electrolyte LiFePO4

NOTE 1: Dimensions have a ±2 mm (0.08 in) tolerance. Weights may vary.
NOTE 2: Refer to terminal guide on website for torque values.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Open Circuit Voltage (V) 12.8
Charge Voltage (Bulk Vdc) 13.8 - 14.2
Max Absorption Voltage (U1 Vdc) 13.8
Float Voltage (U2 Vdc) 13.6
BMS Max. Voltage protection (Vdc) 14.6 (Approximately)
Suggested Low Voltage Cutoff (Vdc) * 12
BMS Min. Voltage protection (Vdc) 10.0 (Approximately)
Max. Continuous Charge Current (I Max. Adc) 150
Min. Finishing Charge Current (I Min. Adc) 2%-3% C1 / Min. 200ma
Max Continuous Discharge Current (Adc) 150
Max Peak Current (Adc) 250 A RMS (2 sec)
Self-Discharge (25°C / 77°F) < 3% per month
Charge Temperature Min: 0°C (32°F) | Max: 55°C (131°F)
Discharge Temperature Min: -20°C (-4°F) | Max: 60°C (140°F)
Storage Temperature Min: -10°C (14°F) | Max: 30°C (86°F)

Electrical Specifications at 25°C.
* Do not exceed maximum voltage at the battery terminals.
CAUTION: Extra considerations must be given to depths of discharge, operating voltages and currents when designing systems for use at maximum operating temperatures.

PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Nominal Energy (kWh) 2.56
Usable DoD 100%
Rated Wh Capacity (1C) 2560
Rated Ah Capacity (1C) 200
 
Minutes of Discharge
@25A @56A @75A @85A @100A
480 214 160 141 120
 
FEATURES

BLUETOOTH APP

  • State of Charge
  • Voltage / Current
  • Temperature ˚F/˚C

HIGH-CURRENT BMS

  • Field replaceable fuse protection
BENEFITS

ENHANCED RUNTIME

  • Double the high-current runtime of lead-acid battery
  • Up to 100% usable capacity
  • Up to 100% Depth of Discharge

EXTENDED SERVICE LIFE

  • 10x the life of lead-acid battery (BCI-06)
  • Unlimited Partial State of Charge cycles
  • Energy throughput warranty

FAST CHARGING

  • Up to 5x faster than new lead-acid batteries
  • Up to 10x faster than aged lead-acid batteries
  • 2x faster than C/2 rated lithium batteries
  • Opportunity charge at 1C rate anytime, regardless of SoC

SURGE POWER

  • Surge power for inverter chargers
  • Up to 3C peak power discharge rate
  • Up to 1C continuous discharge rate

HIGH-EFFICIENCY

  • Up to 50% more energy efficient than a lead-acid battery
  • Up to 98% round-trip efficiency

PARALLEL POWER

  • Easy to parallel more capacity
  • Linear scaling of charge, discharge and peak capacity

QUICK INSTALL

  • Fast installation. No special tools
  • Drop-in lead-acid replacement

RELIABLE AND SAFE

  • LiFePO4 is safe
  • Maintenance-free
  • UL94 V0 flame retardant case and cover
  • IP 67 rated

CERTIFIED QUALITY

Discover® manufacturing facilities are fully certified to ISO 9001/14001 and OSHA 18001 standards.

CERTIFICATION STANDARDS

  • CE
  • UN 38.3
SHIPPING CLASSIFICATION
  • UN 3480, Class 9 (Lithium batteries)
 
 
Fast Charging at .5C (2HR) to 1C (1HR)
gra dl blue fast charging
Standard to Low Rate Charging at .2C (5HR) to .5C (2HR)
gra dl blue standard low rate charging
Voltage in Relation to Rate of Discharge
gra dl blue voltage in relation to rate of discharge
Discharge Voltage and Capacity vs. Temperature
gra dl blue discharge voltage capacity vs temp
Charge Performance (Lithium vs. Lead)
gra dl blue charge performance li vs pb
Discharge Performance (Lithium vs. Lead)
gra dl blue discharge performance li vs pb

CAUTION: Direct connection to DC motors without proper safety protection, motor controllers, and external motor voltage clamping systems (such as high power anti-parallel diodes or braking resistor systems) may result in damage to the internal pack protection system which may result in unsafe situations. Please consult Discover technical support before directly connecting any motorloads.

Discover® reserves the right to make adjustments to this publication at any time, without notice or obligation. Data in this publication are for reference use only and models may vary from shown. It is the responsibility of the reader of this information to verify any and all information presented herein. For more information contact us at info@discoverbattery.com

DLB-GC12-12V

Printed: 28/03/2024

LITHIUM BLUE Battery

Discover®LITHIUM BLUE LiFePO4 Premium Series batteries offer BMS controlled safety, long life, lightning fast charging performance and real-time Bluetooth access to battery State of Charge, voltage, current, temperature status. LITHIUM BLUE batteries reflect Discover’s Design for Excellence philosophy, incorporating suitcase style carrying handles, terminal protection and field serviceable fuses. LITHIUM BLUE batteries are safe, easily to install and parallel for more capacity.
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Industry Reference BCI: GC12 DIN:
Length A (in/mm) 12.2 312
Width B (in/mm) 7.0 177
Height C (in/mm) 10.9 276
Total Height D (in/mm) 10.9 276
Weight (lbs/kgs) 44.1 20.0
Terminal * ST 5/16
Cell(s) Prismatic 4S2P
Case Material UL94-VO PBT/PC
IP Rating 67
Electrolyte LiFePO4

NOTE 1: Dimensions have a ±2 mm (0.08 in) tolerance. Weights may vary.
NOTE 2: Refer to terminal guide on website for torque values.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Open Circuit Voltage (V) 12.8
Charge Voltage (Bulk Vdc) 13.8 - 14.2
Max Absorption Voltage (U1 Vdc) 13.8
Float Voltage (U2 Vdc) 13.6
BMS Max. Voltage protection (Vdc) 14.6 (Approximately)
Suggested Low Voltage Cutoff (Vdc) * 12
BMS Min. Voltage protection (Vdc) 10.0 (Approximately)
Max. Continuous Charge Current (I Max. Adc) 150
Min. Finishing Charge Current (I Min. Adc) 2%-3% C1 / Min. 200ma
Max Continuous Discharge Current (Adc) 150
Max Peak Current (Adc) 250 A RMS (2 sec)
Self-Discharge (25°C / 77°F) < 3% per month
Charge Temperature Min: 0°C (32°F) | Max: 55°C (131°F)
Discharge Temperature Min: -20°C (-4°F) | Max: 60°C (140°F)
Storage Temperature Min: -10°C (14°F) | Max: 30°C (86°F)

Electrical Specifications at 25°C.
* Do not exceed maximum voltage at the battery terminals.
CAUTION: Extra considerations must be given to depths of discharge, operating voltages and currents when designing systems for use at maximum operating temperatures.

FEATURES

BLUETOOTH APP

  • State of Charge
  • Voltage / Current
  • Temperature ˚F/˚C

HIGH-CURRENT BMS

  • Field replaceable fuse protection
BENEFITS

ENHANCED RUNTIME

  • Double the high-current runtime of lead-acid battery
  • Up to 100% usable capacity
  • Up to 100% Depth of Discharge

EXTENDED SERVICE LIFE

  • 10x the life of lead-acid battery (BCI-06)
  • Unlimited Partial State of Charge cycles
  • Energy throughput warranty

FAST CHARGING

  • Up to 5x faster than new lead-acid batteries
  • Up to 10x faster than aged lead-acid batteries
  • 2x faster than C/2 rated lithium batteries
  • Opportunity charge at 1C rate anytime, regardless of SoC

SURGE POWER

  • Surge power for inverter chargers
  • Up to 3C peak power discharge rate
  • Up to 1C continuous discharge rate

HIGH-EFFICIENCY

  • Up to 50% more energy efficient than a lead-acid battery
  • Up to 98% round-trip efficiency

PARALLEL POWER

  • Easy to parallel more capacity
  • Linear scaling of charge, discharge and peak capacity

QUICK INSTALL

  • Fast installation. No special tools
  • Drop-in lead-acid replacement

RELIABLE AND SAFE

  • LiFePO4 is safe
  • Maintenance-free
  • UL94 V0 flame retardant case and cover
  • IP 67 rated

CERTIFIED QUALITY

Discover® manufacturing facilities are fully certified to ISO 9001/14001 and OSHA 18001 standards.

CERTIFICATION STANDARDS

  • CE
  • UN 38.3
SHIPPING CLASSIFICATION
  • UN 3480, Class 9 (Lithium batteries)
PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Nominal Energy (kWh) 2.56
Usable DoD 100%
Rated Wh Capacity (1C) 2560
Rated Ah Capacity (1C) 200
 
Minutes of Discharge
@25A @56A @75A @85A @100A
480 214 160 141 120
Fast Charging at .5C (2HR) to 1C (1HR)
gra dl blue fast charging
Standard to Low Rate Charging at .2C (5HR) to .5C (2HR)
gra dl blue standard low rate charging
Voltage in Relation to Rate of Discharge
gra dl blue voltage in relation to rate of discharge
Discharge Voltage and Capacity vs. Temperature
gra dl blue discharge voltage capacity vs temp
Charge Performance (Lithium vs. Lead)
gra dl blue charge performance li vs pb
Discharge Performance (Lithium vs. Lead)
gra dl blue discharge performance li vs pb

CAUTION: Direct connection to DC motors without proper safety protection, motor controllers, and external motor voltage clamping systems (such as high power anti-parallel diodes or braking resistor systems) may result in damage to the internal pack protection system which may result in unsafe situations. Please consult Discover technical support before directly connecting any motorloads.

Discover® reserves the right to make adjustments to this publication at any time, without notice or obligation. Data in this publication are for reference use only and models may vary from shown. It is the responsibility of the reader of this information to verify any and all information presented herein. For more information contact us at info@discoverbattery.com

DLB-GC12-12V


Printed: 28/03/2024

LITHIUM BLUE Battery

Discover®LITHIUM BLUE LiFePO4 Premium Series batteries offer BMS controlled safety, long life, lightning fast charging performance and real-time Bluetooth access to battery State of Charge, voltage, current, temperature status. LITHIUM BLUE batteries reflect Discover’s Design for Excellence philosophy, incorporating suitcase style carrying handles, terminal protection and field serviceable fuses. LITHIUM BLUE batteries are safe, easily to install and parallel for more capacity.
MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Industry Reference BCI: GC12 DIN:
Length A (in/mm) 12.2 312
Width B (in/mm) 7.0 177
Height C (in/mm) 10.9 276
Total Height D (in/mm) 10.9 276
Weight (lbs/kgs) 44.1 20.0
Terminal * ST 5/16
Cell(s) Prismatic 4S2P
Case Material UL94-VO PBT/PC
IP Rating 67
Electrolyte LiFePO4

NOTE 1: Dimensions have a ±2 mm (0.08 in) tolerance. Weights may vary.
NOTE 2: Refer to terminal guide on website for torque values.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Open Circuit Voltage (V) 12.8
Charge Voltage (Bulk Vdc) 13.8 - 14.2
Max Absorption Voltage (U1 Vdc) 13.8
Float Voltage (U2 Vdc) 13.6
BMS Max. Voltage protection (Vdc) 14.6 (Approximately)
Suggested Low Voltage Cutoff (Vdc) * 12
BMS Min. Voltage protection (Vdc) 10.0 (Approximately)
Max. Continuous Charge Current (I Max. Adc) 150
Min. Finishing Charge Current (I Min. Adc) 2%-3% C1 / Min. 200ma
Max Continuous Discharge Current (Adc) 150
Max Peak Current (Adc) 250 A RMS (2 sec)
Self-Discharge (25°C / 77°F) < 3% per month
Charge Temperature Min: 0°C (32°F) | Max: 55°C (131°F)
Discharge Temperature Min: -20°C (-4°F) | Max: 60°C (140°F)
Storage Temperature Min: -10°C (14°F) | Max: 30°C (86°F)

Electrical Specifications at 25°C.
* Do not exceed maximum voltage at the battery terminals.
CAUTION: Extra considerations must be given to depths of discharge, operating voltages and currents when designing systems for use at maximum operating temperatures.

PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
Nominal Energy (kWh) 2.56
Usable DoD 100%
Rated Wh Capacity (1C) 2560
Rated Ah Capacity (1C) 200
 
Minutes of Discharge
@25A @56A @75A @85A @100A
480 214 160 141 120
 
FEATURES

BLUETOOTH APP

  • State of Charge
  • Voltage / Current
  • Temperature ˚F/˚C

HIGH-CURRENT BMS

  • Field replaceable fuse protection
BENEFITS

ENHANCED RUNTIME

  • Double the high-current runtime of lead-acid battery
  • Up to 100% usable capacity
  • Up to 100% Depth of Discharge

EXTENDED SERVICE LIFE

  • 10x the life of lead-acid battery (BCI-06)
  • Unlimited Partial State of Charge cycles
  • Energy throughput warranty

FAST CHARGING

  • Up to 5x faster than new lead-acid batteries
  • Up to 10x faster than aged lead-acid batteries
  • 2x faster than C/2 rated lithium batteries
  • Opportunity charge at 1C rate anytime, regardless of SoC

SURGE POWER

  • Surge power for inverter chargers
  • Up to 3C peak power discharge rate
  • Up to 1C continuous discharge rate

HIGH-EFFICIENCY

  • Up to 50% more energy efficient than a lead-acid battery
  • Up to 98% round-trip efficiency

PARALLEL POWER

  • Easy to parallel more capacity
  • Linear scaling of charge, discharge and peak capacity

QUICK INSTALL

  • Fast installation. No special tools
  • Drop-in lead-acid replacement

RELIABLE AND SAFE

  • LiFePO4 is safe
  • Maintenance-free
  • UL94 V0 flame retardant case and cover
  • IP 67 rated

CERTIFIED QUALITY

Discover® manufacturing facilities are fully certified to ISO 9001/14001 and OSHA 18001 standards.

CERTIFICATION STANDARDS

  • CE
  • UN 38.3
SHIPPING CLASSIFICATION
  • UN 3480, Class 9 (Lithium batteries)
Fast Charging at .5C (2HR) to 1C (1HR)
gra dl blue fast charging
Standard to Low Rate Charging at .2C (5HR) to .5C (2HR)
gra dl blue standard low rate charging
Voltage in Relation to Rate of Discharge
gra dl blue voltage in relation to rate of discharge
Discharge Voltage and Capacity vs. Temperature
gra dl blue discharge voltage capacity vs temp
Charge Performance (Lithium vs. Lead)
gra dl blue charge performance li vs pb
Discharge Performance (Lithium vs. Lead)
gra dl blue discharge performance li vs pb

CAUTION: Direct connection to DC motors without proper safety protection, motor controllers, and external motor voltage clamping systems (such as high power anti-parallel diodes or braking resistor systems) may result in damage to the internal pack protection system which may result in unsafe situations. Please consult Discover technical support before directly connecting any motorloads.

Discover® reserves the right to make adjustments to this publication at any time, without notice or obligation. Data in this publication are for reference use only and models may vary from shown. It is the responsibility of the reader of this information to verify any and all information presented herein. For more information contact us at info@discoverbattery.com

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