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Exide ES900 · Boat battery 12V 80Ah 540A

Reference: BOL-EXIDE-ES900 · EAN 3661024035835

Exide ES900: boat battery with 12 V, 80 Ah and 540 A cold cranking current, case size L5 (353 × 175 × 190 mm), with the positive terminal on the right.

Where the Exide ES900 fits

The Exide ES900 is a battery for boats: engine starting or on-board service, depending on its design, with resistance to damp and hull vibration. Check whether your boat needs starting, service or a dual-purpose battery before choosing.

The ES900 belongs to the Exide EXIDE MARINA GEL range. The full range of Exide batteries

What it means that the ES900 is GEL

The ES900 is a gel battery: the electrolyte is immobilised in silica gel. It requires a charger with a specific gel profile.

Exide ES900 vs ES650: differences

The real differences between the ES900 and the closest Exide models:

ModelCapacityCold cranking (EN)Dimensions (mm)PositiveWeight
Exide ES900 (this one)80 Ah540 A353 × 175 × 190right25.5 kg
Exide ES65056 Ah410 A278 × 175 × 190right20.8 kg
  • Exide ES650: 24 Ah less, 130 A less cranking power, a different case (278 × 175 × 190 mm).

Equivalents and alternatives to the Exide ES900

We have no other battery with exactly the dimensions and polarity of the ES900. Browse the rest of our marine and boat batteries to compare close options.

Part numbers and codes for the Exide ES900

The ES900 is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:

Commercial referenceES900
EAN3661024035835
Case size (EN)L5
Not to be confused withExide EA900 (90 Ah, 720 A), Exide EC900 (90 Ah, 720 A), Exide ES950 (85 Ah, 450 A, positive terminal on the left)

What to look at before buying the ES900

  • Cold cranking: 540 A (EN), equal to or higher than the original.
  • Your current battery should say about 80 Ah; a little more is also fine.
  • Polarity of the ES900: positive terminal on the right (if yours has it on the other side, the cables will not reach).
  • Length, width and height of the ES900: 353 × 175 × 190 mm (European case size L5).

Frequently asked questions about the Exide ES900

ES900 or ES650: which one suits me?

Compared with the ES900, the Exide ES650 has 24 Ah less and 130 A less cranking power. The ES900 cranks harder; the ES650 is only a good option if your original battery says 410 A or less. Mind the space: the ES650 measures 278 × 175 × 190 mm.

How much does the Exide ES900 weigh?

25.5 kg, with 80 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Exide ES650 (56 Ah) weighs 20.8 kg.

What case size is the Exide ES900?

Case size L5: 353 × 175 × 190 mm. The ES900 fits any standard L5 battery tray.

Which side is the positive terminal on the Exide ES900?

On the ES900, the positive terminal is on the right with the terminals facing you: compare it with your current battery, because with reversed polarity the cables will not reach.

Which charger does the Exide ES900 need?

A charger with a GEL mode not exceeding 14.1-14.4 V. Charging it with a conventional lead-acid profile damages it through overcharging.

Other options if you are unsure about the ES900

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