# Deta DC542 · Car battery 12V 54Ah 500A

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> Deta DC542: 54 Ah car battery, 500 A (EN), 242×175×175 mm, positive terminal on the right, LB2 case. Equivalent to Exide EC542 and Tudor TC542.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/deta-dc542
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Deta
- **Reference**: BOL-DETA-DC542
- **EAN**: 3661024024853
- **MPN**: DC542
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-06

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Deta |
| Range | DETA Standard |
| Application | Cars |
| Technology | Lead-acid |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 54 Ah |
| Cold cranking amps (EN) | 500 A |
| Length | 242 mm |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Height | 175 mm |
| Weight | 12.9 kg |
| Polarity | Positive terminal on the right |
| Case size | LB2 (242 × 175 × 175 mm) |

## Quick description

Deta DC542: car battery with 12 V, 54 Ah and 500 A cold cranking current, case size LB2 (242 × 175 × 175 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.

## Description

## The Deta DC542 at a glance

The Deta DC542 is a starter battery for cars without Start-Stop: it delivers the current the starter motor needs and then powers lights, control units and audio with the engine off. The DC542 covers the daily routine of a car without automatic engine stop: cold starts, short trips and loads with the ignition off.
At 54 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. The DC542 belongs to the Deta DETA Standard range. [More Deta batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/deta-batteries)

## Deta DC542 vs DB602, DC550 and DA612: differences

The real differences between the DC542 and the closest Deta models:

| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deta DC542 (this one) | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 12.9 kg |
| Deta DB602 | 60 Ah | 540 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 12.9 kg |
| Deta DC550 | 55 Ah | 460 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 13.3 kg |
| Deta DA612 | 61 Ah | 600 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 14 kg |

- Deta DB602: 6 Ah more, 40 A more cranking power, the same LB2 case.
- Deta DC550: 1 Ah more, 40 A less cranking power, a different height (190 mm instead of 175 mm, L2). It only fits if there is room for 190 mm of height.
- Deta DA612: 7 Ah more, 100 A more cranking power, the same LB2 case.

## Deta DC542 codes and part numbers

The DC542 is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:

| Commercial reference | DC542 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024024853 |
| Case size (EN) | LB2 |

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Deta DC542

Same dimensions and polarity as the DC542, with similar capacity and cranking power; as a conventional battery, the DC542 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 EC542 | Lead-acid | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Tudor TC542 | Lead-acid | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Fulmen FC542 | Lead-acid | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Varta C11 | Lead-acid | 53 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Kronobat SD-53.0 | Lead-acid | 53 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 |
| Odyssey ODP-AGM96R | TPPL | 52 Ah | 600 A | 241 × 175 × 173 |

## Before ordering the DC542, check this

- Measure the space: the DC542 takes up 242 × 175 × 175 mm (European case size LB2).
- With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the DC542 is on the right.
- Capacity of the DC542: 54 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
- The DC542 delivers 500 A cold cranking (EN standard); do not go below what your original battery states.
- If your car has Start-Stop, the DC542 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.

## What it means that the DC542 is lead-acid

The DC542 is a conventional lead-acid battery, with plates immersed in liquid electrolyte. Avoid leaving them discharged, as they sulphate, and charge them with a charger that cuts off or switches to maintenance when finished.

## Frequently asked questions about the Deta DC542

### Deta DC542 or DB602?

Compared with the DC542, the Deta DB602 has 6 Ah more and 40 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 540 A or more, choose the DB602; if it says 500 A or less, the DC542 is enough. Both measure 242 × 175 × 175 mm, so they fit the same tray.

### Deta DC542 or DC550: what changes?

Mainly the height: the DC542 is 175 mm tall (LB2) and the Deta DC550 190 mm (L2), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the DC550 offers 55 Ah and 460 A against 54 Ah and 500 A. Before choosing between the DC542 and the DC550, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

### Can the Deta DC542 be used in a car with Start-Stop?

No. The DC542 is a lead-acid battery for cars without automatic engine stop; Start-Stop needs an EFB or an AGM; in this same size there is the Odyssey ODP-AGM96R.

### How much does the Deta DC542 weigh?

The DC542 weighs 12.9 kg. For reference, the Deta DB602 (60 Ah) weighs 12.9 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Deta DC542?

With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide EC542, Tudor TC542 and Fulmen FC542. As the DC542 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.

### What case size is the Deta DC542?

Case size LB2: 242 × 175 × 175 mm. The DC542 fits any standard LB2 battery tray such as the Exide EC542.

### Which side is the positive terminal on the Deta DC542?

The DC542 has the positive terminal on the right, looking at the battery from its long side with the terminals closest to you.

## More batteries to compare with the DC542

- [More car batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/car-batteries)
- [The whole Deta range](https://bateriasonline.es/en/deta-batteries)
- [Exide EC542](https://bateriasonline.es/en/exide-ec542) · 54 Ah, 500 A, 242×175×175 mm
- [Tudor TC542](https://bateriasonline.es/en/tudor-tc542) · 54 Ah, 500 A, 242×175×175 mm

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