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The new battery joins a range of ten LiFePO4 batteries that offer uniform voltage during discharge and are significantly lighter than sealed lead acid (SLA) batteries of the same capacity, providing a sought-after balance of size, weight, and power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ultralifecorporation.com\/ECommerce\/product\/urb24200\/lfp-25v-20ah\">URB24200<\/a><\/strong> is a secondary (rechargeable) battery pack with an average voltage of 25.6V, and a rated capacity of 20.0Ah. Up to two batteries can be connected in series, to produce 48V, and up to ten units can be connected in parallel, increasing the capacity to 228Ah. Each battery is more than three times lighter than SLA alternatives, weighing 8.1Kg (17.9lbs) compared with up to 45Kg (100lbs). This makes it suitable for applications including wheelchairs, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) battery replacements, and automated guided vehicles (AGVs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Housed in metal to provide high structural strength and impact resistance, the internal cells and components are protected from mechanical damage. The metal housing material also offers stronger heat dissipation than plastic, allowing the battery to conduct heat more effectively during high-load operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The new battery can also store energy generated by any compatible renewable energy source, including solar panels and wind turbines, providing a green, environmentally friendly option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, the URB24200 is compatible with 2 phase SLA chargers, avoiding the need to purchase dedicated LiFePO4 chargers.<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Industrial battery manufacturer Ultralife Corporation has launched the URB24200 \u2013 a lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery pack \u2013 to power lightweight motorised and data back-up applications. Such applications can be found in industrial, medical, and defence settings. 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