The ultimate all-purpose battery for both starting engines & deep cycle applications. With 1,000 cold cranking amps (CCA) and a high continuous discharge rate, the DL+ 135Ah has 5X the power of traditional batteries in a case that is 25% smaller than a 100Ah marine battery. PLUS internal even-heat technology for use in extreme heat or cold.
Description
DL+ 12V 135Ah Lithium Battery: Unmatched Energy Density and Versatility
The DL+ 12V 135Ah battery delivers unparalleled power and versatility, featuring 135 Amp Hours of deep-cycle performance, 1,000 CCA of engine-starting capability, and built-in even-heat technology for extreme temperatures. Designed to perform in the harshest environments, it’s backed by an industry-leading 11-year warranty, ensuring long-term reliability.
Whether you need to start your vehicle, power car audio, run a trolling motor, golf cart, or other high-powered electronics, this battery is engineered to handle it all. With advanced Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) technology, the DL+ 12V 135Ah provides 5X the power, half the weight, and 5X the lifespan of traditional lead-acid batteries, making it an exceptional value.
DL+ 12V 135Ah Lithium Battery Key Features:
- -Extreme Temperature Performance: Integrated even-heat technology enables charging and operation in temperatures as low as -20°F.
- -Fast Charging: Recharges up to 5X faster than conventional batteries—charge in 60 minutes or less with a 135A charger or alternator.
- -Compact Design: 135Ah of capacity fits into a Group 24 case, 25% smaller than a Dakota Lithium 100Ah battery, offering exceptional energy density.
- -High Amp Applications: Provides 1,000 CCA and a high continuous discharge rate, perfect for starting engines, powering heavy machinery, car audio systems, and other electronics that require substantial power.
- -Dual-Purpose Performance: Delivers both starting power and deep-cycle reliability, ideal for marine, automotive, and other demanding applications.
Marine and Automotive Compatibility: Meets Mercury Outboard lithium starter battery requirements and exceeds ABYC standards for use in boats and watercraft. Compatible with alternators, enabling charging from most marine outboards, cars, trucks, and boat engines with a charging profile of 150A or less.
Versatile Setup: Includes a terminal adapter kit for compatibility with automotive, marine, and deep-cycle applications. Easily link multiple batteries in series to create 24V, 36V, or 48V systems.
Recommended Charger: 12V 10A or 12V 20A (sold separately).
Technical Specifications
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11 Year Warranty:
World beating, best in class, eleven year manufacturer defect warranty.
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Storage Capacity:
135 Ampere hours (Ah). Dakota Lithium batteries provide consistent power for all 135 Amp hours. DL LiFePO4 batteries have a flat voltage curve, which means they have a steady power output as the battery discharges. The power output will not dramatically drop like similar sized SLA batteries. You get all the juice down to the last drop.
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Voltage:
12.8V (Dakota Lithium 12V batteries can be used in series for up to 48V systems)
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Engine Starting Power:
Lithium battery equivalent to 1,000 Cold Cranking Amps (CCA) of lead acid battery engine starting power. Suitable for automotive and other applications. Marine Outboards: Please refer to your manufacturer recommendations.
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Size:
9.5”L x 6.9”W x 8.22”H (242.5mm x 176mm x 209mm) Group 24 equivalent
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Group Size 24:
Group 24 compatible physical dimensions & 24F terminal orientation. Group 34 compatible. Cranking power (CCA rating) & usable deep cycle capacity is much higher than a lead-acid battery of the same group size. Group 24F 24R 24H 24T compatible. BCI Group GC2. M27-1000 compatible.
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Energy:
1620 Watt-hours (Wh)
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Terminals:
M8 size bolts. Includes a terminal adapter kit with automotive & marine posts that screw into the M8 bolt terminal, and M8 brass terminal bolts. Easy to adapt to different connection needs. (Max torque 15 ft. lbs.) (Max 5 ft. lbs. on terminal post adapters)
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Weight:
27.2 lbs (12.3 Kg)
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Lifecycles (battery lifespan):
Up to 80% capacity for 5,000 cycles in recommended conditions. The typical automotive SLA has 500 cycles. Dakota Lithium batteries last so long that the price per use is a fraction of traditional batteries.
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Waterproof Rating:
IP 67 waterproof rating achieved through robotic liquid welding of the lid and terminals.
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Operating temperature:
Ideal for rugged & harsh environments. Much better than SLA or other lithium batteries. -20°F min, +150°F max optimal operating temps (battery performs well down to -20°F). Internal even-heat technology allows for charging below 32°F. BMS high temp cut off at 167°F / 75°C.
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Discharge:
135A max continuous discharge, 1000A max 2 second pulse, 900A max 5 sec pulse. 9.0V Max discharge, 11.0V Max recommended discharge.The flat discharge voltage curve provides a 75% bigger capacity than a 135Ah SLA battery with the same CCA rating.
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Peak / Continuous Charge:
Recommend for longest life 70A or less (.5C), Peak charge acceptance 165A max for one minute, 200A max BMS cutoff. Max continuous 135A (1C). 14.4V recommended, 15V max, BMS protection from over charging will cut off at 15V. LiFePO4 compatible charger that charges at the recommended 14.4 Volts.
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Max Charge / Alternator Size:
Peak charge acceptance 165A max for one minute, 200A max BMS cutoff. Drop in replacement for lead acid and AGM starter batteries for vehicles. Limited to a max alternator size of 150 amps or less per battery (link multiple batteries in parallel for alternators >150 Amps).
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Reserve Capacity:
340 minutes (RC25 @ 80°F)
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Includes active BMS protection:
Contains a high discharge capable circuit that handles cell balancing, low voltage cutoff (10V) preventing over discharge, high voltage cutoff (15V) preventing over charging, short circuit protection and temperature protection for increased performance and longer life.
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Internal Even-Heat Technology:
Increases performance in extreme cold. When charging the battery in temperatures below 0°C/32°F DL's internal heating element will warm the cells to 0°C/32°F. This increases the lifespan, performance, and efficiency of the battery.
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Certifications:
Dakota Lithium's cells are UL1642 certified and have been tested per IEC62133 and UN 38.3 standards. They meet all US and international regulations for air, ground, and train transport.
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ISO 9001:2015:
Dakota Lithium is ISO Certified per 9001:2015 standards, and select models are produced in ISO 14001 certified facilities.
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Dual Purpose Use:
Multi-purpose use as a deep cycle battery and/or as a starter battery for starting gasoline engines. Marine Outboards: Please refer to your manufacturer recommendations
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Recommend Charger:
12v 10A LiFePO4 Charger. Dakota Lithium 12V batteries should be charged at 14.4 volts, higher than AGM or lead acid. Lead acid chargers will work, but will only charge the battery to 80% of capacity.
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Mercury Motors Compliant:
Meets Mercury Motors requirements for lithium starter batteries