Fulmen
Fulmen FC542 · Car battery 12V 54Ah 500A
Reference: BOL-FULMEN-FC542 · EAN 3661024044851
The Fulmen FC542 is a 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.
Fulmen FC542 · Car battery 12V 54Ah 500A images
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 54Ah
- Cold cranking amps (EN)
- 500A
- Technology
- Lead-acid
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 242 × 175 × 175 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the right
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Where the Fulmen FC542 fits
The Fulmen FC542 is made for petrol and diesel cars without automatic engine stop. If your car has no Start-Stop and had a 54 Ah battery, the FC542 is a direct replacement.
At 54 Ah it covers petrol compacts and small diesels, the best-selling format in Europe. The FC542 belongs to the Fulmen FULMEN Standard range. More Fulmen batteries
Part numbers and codes for the Fulmen FC542
This is how the Fulmen FC542 appears on the label and in parts catalogues:
| Commercial reference | FC542 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3661024044851 |
| Case size (EN) | LB2 |
Fulmen FC542 vs FB602, FC550 and FA612: which one to choose?
Torn between the FC542 and another similar Fulmen? This is what changes:
| Model | Capacity | Cold cranking (EN) | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulmen FC542 (this one) | 54 Ah | 500 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 12.9 kg |
| Fulmen FB602 | 60 Ah | 540 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 12.9 kg |
| Fulmen FC550 | 55 Ah | 460 A | 242 × 175 × 190 | right | 13.3 kg |
| Fulmen FA612 | 61 Ah | 600 A | 242 × 175 × 175 | right | 14 kg |
- Fulmen FB602: 6 Ah more, 40 A more cranking power, the same LB2 case.
- Fulmen FC550: 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.
- Fulmen FA612: 7 Ah more, 100 A more cranking power, the same LB2 case.
Equivalents and alternatives to the Fulmen FC542
Batteries that fit the FC542's tray with the same polarity; besides other conventional batteries, an EFB or AGM of this size is a valid upgrade for the FC542.
| 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 |
| Deta DC542 | 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 |
Inside the FC542: lead-acid technology
Inside, the FC542 is classic lead-acid: liquid electrolyte and lead plates. If the FC542 is left discharged for weeks it sulphates: a maintenance charger prevents this.
Check this before ordering the Fulmen FC542
- If your car has Start-Stop, the FC542 is not the right one: it needs an EFB or an AGM.
- Check the EN amps on your battery: if it says 500 A or less, the FC542 covers your engine.
- Your current battery should say about 54 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- Polarity of the FC542: positive terminal on the right (if yours has it on the other side, the cables will not reach).
- The FC542 needs 242 × 175 × 175 mm of space (European case size LB2): measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
Frequently asked questions about the Fulmen FC542
FC542 or FB602: which one suits me?
Compared with the FC542, the Fulmen FB602 has 6 Ah more and 40 A more cranking power. If your current battery says 540 A or more, choose the FB602; if it says 500 A or less, the FC542 is enough. Both measure 242 × 175 × 175 mm, so they fit the same tray.
Fulmen FC542 or FC550: what changes?
Mainly the height: the FC542 is 175 mm tall (LB2) and the Fulmen FC550 190 mm (L2), with the same length and width. In capacity and cranking power, the FC550 offers 55 Ah and 460 A against 54 Ah and 500 A. Before choosing between the FC542 and the FC550, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.
Can the Fulmen FC542 be used in a car with Start-Stop?
No. The FC542 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 Fulmen FC542 weigh?
12.9 kg, with 54 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Fulmen FB602 (60 Ah) weighs 12.9 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Fulmen FC542?
With the same dimensions, polarity and similar capacity you have the Exide EC542, Tudor TC542 and Deta DC542. As the FC542 is a conventional battery, an EFB or AGM of the same size also works.
What case size is the Fulmen FC542?
Case size LB2: 242 × 175 × 175 mm. The FC542 fits any standard LB2 battery tray such as the Exide EC542.
Which side is the positive terminal on the Fulmen FC542?
On the FC542, 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.
More batteries to compare with the FC542
- More car batteries
- More Fulmen models
- Exide EC542 · 54 Ah, 500 A, 242×175×175 mm
- Tudor TC542 · 54 Ah, 500 A, 242×175×175 mm
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