# Deta DB501 · Car battery 12V 50Ah 450A

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> Deta DB501: 50 Ah car battery, 450 A (EN), 207×175×190 mm, positive terminal on the left, L1 case. Equivalent to Exide EB501 and Tudor TB501.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/deta-db501
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Deta
- **Reference**: BOL-DETA-DB501
- **EAN**: 3661024024525
- **MPN**: DB501
- **Last updated**: 2026-10-27

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Deta |
| Range | DETA Power |
| Application | Cars |
| Technology | Lead-acid |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 50 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 450 A |
| Length | 207 mm |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Height | 190 mm |
| Weight | 12.2 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the left |
| Case size | L1 (207 × 175 × 190 mm) |

## Quick description

The Deta DB501 is a car battery with 12 V, 50 Ah and 450 A cold cranking current, case size L1 (207 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the left. With the positive terminal on the right, the exact counterpart is the Deta DB500.

## Description

## Where the Deta DB501 fits

The Deta DB501 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. Its job is to start the engine in the cold with margin to spare and keep the car's electronics powered.
At 50 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. The DB501 belongs to the Deta DETA Power range. [The full range of Deta batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/deta-batteries)

## Deta DB501 vs DB558, DB500 and DB505

How the DB501 compares with Deta batteries of similar size and capacity:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deta DB501 (this one) | 50 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 190 | left | 12.2 kg |
| Deta DB558 | 55 Ah | 620 A | 230 × 180 × 186 | left | 14.2 kg |
| Deta DB500 | 50 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 190 | right | 12.1 kg |
| Deta DB505 | 50 Ah | 360 A | 200 × 173 × 222 | left | 12.9 kg |

- Deta DB558: 5 Ah more, 170 A more cranking power, a different case (230 × 180 × 186 mm).
- If the positive terminal of your battery is on the other side, the one you need is the Deta DB500 (positive terminal on the right).
- Deta DB505: the same capacity, 90 A less cranking power, a different case (200 × 173 × 222 mm).

## Deta DB501 codes and part numbers

This is how the Deta DB501 appears on the label and in parts catalogues:

| Commercial reference | DB501 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024024525 |
| Case size (EN) | L1 |
| Not to be confused with | Deta DB500 (50 Ah, 450 A, positive terminal on the right), Deta DB504 (50 Ah, 360 A, positive terminal on the right), Deta DB505 (50 Ah, 360 A) |

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Deta DB501

Same dimensions and polarity as the DB501, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the DB501 can also be replaced by an EFB or AGM of the same size if you want more cycles.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exide EB501 | Lead-acid | 50 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
| Tudor TB501 | Lead-acid | 50 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |
| Fulmen FB501 | Lead-acid | 50 Ah | 450 A | 207 × 175 × 190 |

## Check this before ordering the Deta DB501

- Length, width and height of the DB501: 207 × 175 × 190 mm (European case size L1).
- The DB501 has the positive terminal on the left: compare it with your current battery.
- Your current battery should say about 50 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- The DB501 delivers 450 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the DB501 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.

## Inside the DB501: lead-acid technology

Inside, the DB501 is classic lead-acid: liquid electrolyte and lead plates. If the DB501 is left discharged for weeks it sulphates: a maintenance charger prevents this.

## Frequently asked questions about the Deta DB501

### Deta DB501 or DB558?

Compared with the DB501, the Deta DB558 has 5 Ah more and 170 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 620 A or more, choose the DB558; if it says 450 A or less, the DB501 is enough. Mind the space: the DB558 measures 230 × 180 × 186 mm.

### What is the difference between the Deta DB501 and the DB500?

They are the same battery with the terminals swapped: positive terminal on the left on the DB501, positive terminal on the right on the DB500. Look at your current battery with the terminals facing you and pick the one that matches.

### Can the Deta DB501 be used in a car with Start-Stop?

No. The DB501 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM.

### How much does the Deta DB501 weigh?

The DB501 weighs 12.2 kg. For reference, the Deta DB558 (55 Ah) weighs 14.2 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Deta DB501?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide EB501, Tudor TB501 and Fulmen FB501. As the DB501 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.

### What case size is the Deta DB501?

Case size L1: 207 × 175 × 190 mm. The DB501 fits any standard L1 battery tray such as the Exide EB501.

## More batteries to compare with the DB501

- [More car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries)
- [The whole Deta range](https://bateriasonline.es/en/deta-batteries)
- [Exide EB501](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-eb501) · 50 Ah, 450 A, 207×175×190 mm
- [Tudor TB501](https://bateriasonline.es/en/tudor-tb501) · 50 Ah, 450 A, 207×175×190 mm

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