Long LG40-12 · Electric wheelchair battery 12V 40Ah
Reference: BOL-LONG-LG40-12
The Long LG40-12 is an electric wheelchair battery with 12 V and 40 Ah, measuring 199 × 166 × 171 mm, with the positive terminal on the right.
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 40Ah
- Technology
- GEL
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 199 × 166 × 171 mm
- Polarity
- Positive terminal on the right
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Who the Long LG40-12 is for
The Long LG40-12 is a deep-cycle battery for electric wheelchairs: sealed, maintenance-free and built to discharge and recharge every day without losing capacity. It is fitted as a 12 V pair and takes hundreds of daily cycles, something a starter battery could not handle.
The LG40-12 belongs to the Long LG Series range. More Long batteries
Inside the LG40-12: GEL technology
The LG40-12 is a gel battery: the electrolyte is immobilised in silica gel. It requires a charger with a specific gel profile.
Long LG40-12 vs LG45-12 and LG45-12N
Torn between the LG40-12 and another similar Long? This is what changes:
| Model | Capacity | Dimensions (mm) | Positive | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long LG40-12 (this one) | 40 Ah | 199 × 166 × 171 | right | 13.3 kg |
| Long LG45-12 | 45 Ah | 199 × 166 × 171 | right | 15 kg |
| Long LG45-12N | 45 Ah | 199 × 166 × 171 | right | 15 kg |
- Long LG45-12: 5 Ah more, the same dimensions.
- Long LG45-12N: 5 Ah more, the same dimensions.
Equivalents and alternatives to the Long LG40-12
Other gel batteries with the dimensions and polarity of the LG40-12: with gel it is best to stay with gel, because the charging profile is different.
| Model | Technology | Capacity | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MK Battery 8G40 | GEL | 40 Ah | 197.1 × 168.1 × 174.8 |
| MK Battery M40-12 SLD G | GEL | 40 Ah | 197.1 × 168.1 × 174.8 |
| Deka 8G40 | GEL | 40 Ah | 197.1 × 168.1 × 174.8 |
| Long LG40-12N | GEL | 40 Ah | 199 × 166 × 171 |
Long LG40-12 codes and part numbers
The LG40-12 is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:
| Commercial reference | LG40-12 |
|---|---|
| Not to be confused with | Long LG45-12 (45 Ah), Long LG50-12 (50 Ah) |
What to look at before buying the LG40-12
- With 40 Ah, the LG40-12 replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
- With the terminals facing you, the positive terminal of the LG40-12 is on the right.
- The LG40-12 needs 199 × 166 × 171 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
Frequently asked questions about the Long LG40-12
Long LG40-12 or LG45-12?
Compared with the LG40-12, the Long LG45-12 has 5 Ah more. With 45 Ah, the LG45-12 runs longer between charges than the LG40-12 (40 Ah). Both measure 199 × 166 × 171 mm, so they fit the same tray.
How much does the Long LG40-12 weigh?
The LG40-12 weighs 13.3 kg. For reference, the Long LG45-12 (45 Ah) weighs 15 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Long LG40-12?
For the LG40-12, other gel batteries with its size and polarity: MK Battery 8G40, MK Battery M40-12 SLD G and Deka 8G40.
Which side is the positive terminal on the Long LG40-12?
The LG40-12 has the positive terminal on the right, looking at the battery from its long side with the terminals closest to you.
Which charger does the Long LG40-12 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.
Keep comparing: alternatives to the LG40-12
- More electric wheelchair batteries
- More Long models
- MK Battery 8G40 · 40 Ah, 197.1×168.1×174.8 mm
- MK Battery M40-12 SLD G · 40 Ah, 197.1×168.1×174.8 mm
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