Victron 12V/60Ah Gel Deep Cycle Batt.

Victron 12V GEL deep-cycle batteries are characterized by their deep-cycle VRLA technology.

VRLA stands for "Valve Regulated Lead Acid," which means these batteries are valve-regulated. This allows any gases that may be released to escape through safety valves, making the batteries extremely leak-proof and allowing them to be used in any position. They are also completely maintenance-free.

These sealed GEL batteries contain the electrolyte in a gel made of silicates. This design results in a longer service life and makes the batteries particularly suitable for applications with regular charge and discharge cycles. However, their effective capacity may be lower at high discharge currents. Nevertheless, they demonstrate considerable longevity in both standby mode and cyclic use.

Another advantage of Victron VRLA batteries is their low self-discharge rate, which is less than 2% per month at 20°C. This rate doubles with every 10°C increase in temperature. Under cool conditions, the batteries can be stored for up to a year without the need for recharging.

Victron batteries also demonstrate excellent performance after deep discharge, although it should be noted that frequent and prolonged deep discharges can still cause irreversible damage.

The specified nominal capacity is based on a discharge time of 20 hours, i.e., a discharge current of 0.1 C. A lower discharge current results in a higher effective capacity, while a higher discharge current reduces it, as shown in the tables in the datasheets.