Long WP55-12N · Electric wheelchair battery 12V 55Ah
Reference: BOL-LONG-WP55-12N
Long WP55-12N: electric wheelchair battery with 12 V and 55 Ah, measuring 226 × 135 × 214 mm.
- Voltage
- 12V
- Capacity
- 55Ah
- Technology
- AGM
- Dimensions (L × W × H)
- 226 × 135 × 214 mm
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Who the Long WP55-12N is for
The Long WP55-12N is made for powered wheelchairs. It is fitted as a 12 V pair and takes hundreds of daily cycles, something a starter battery could not handle.
The WP55-12N belongs to the Long WP Series range. The full range of Long batteries
AGM technology in the WP55-12N
Inside, the WP55-12N has glass fibre separators (AGM) that hold the electrolyte. It is fitted in cars with advanced Start-Stop and in deep-cycle equipment.
Long WP55-12N vs U1-36HE, WP55-12 and U1-36NE: differences
What sets the WP55-12N apart from its neighbours in the Long range:
| Model | Capacity | Dimensions (mm) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long WP55-12N (this one) | 55 Ah | 226 × 135 × 214 | 17.1 kg |
| Long U1-36HE | 36 Ah | 197 × 131 × 180 | 11 kg |
| Long WP55-12 | 55 Ah | 226 × 135 × 229 | 17.1 kg |
| Long U1-36NE | 36 Ah | 197 × 131 × 168 | 11 kg |
- Long U1-36HE: 19 Ah less, a different case (197 × 131 × 180 mm).
- Long WP55-12: the same capacity, a different height (229 mm instead of 214 mm). It only fits if there is room for 229 mm of height.
- Long U1-36NE: 19 Ah less, a different case (197 × 131 × 168 mm).
Equivalents and alternatives to the Long WP55-12N
Other AGM batteries that fit the WP55-12N's tray with the same polarity: an AGM can only be replaced by another AGM.
| Model | Technology | Capacity | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kronobat ES55-12 | AGM | 55 Ah | 226 × 135 × 214 |
| MK Battery M55-12 SLD M | AGM | 55 Ah | 226 × 135 × 214 |
| Fullriver HC55 | AGM | 55 Ah | 229 × 138 × 212 |
| Long WP55-12NE | AGM | 55 Ah | 226 × 135 × 214 |
| Q-Battery 12LCP-56 | AGM | 56 Ah | 229 × 138 × 210 |
Part numbers and codes for the Long WP55-12N
Shops, garages and catalogues identify the WP55-12N with these codes:
| Commercial reference | WP55-12N |
|---|---|
| Not to be confused with | Long WP45-12N (45 Ah), Long WP50-12N (50 Ah), Long WP65-12N (65 Ah) |
Check this before ordering the Long WP55-12N
- Your current battery should say about 55 Ah; a little more is also fine.
- The WP55-12N needs 226 × 135 × 214 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
Frequently asked questions about the Long WP55-12N
WP55-12N or U1-36HE: which one suits me?
Compared with the WP55-12N, the Long U1-36HE has 19 Ah less. With 55 Ah, the WP55-12N runs longer between charges than the U1-36HE (36 Ah). Mind the space: the U1-36HE measures 197 × 131 × 180 mm.
Long WP55-12N or WP55-12: what changes?
Mainly the height: the WP55-12N is 214 mm tall and the Long WP55-12 229 mm, with the same length and width and 55 Ah against 55 Ah. Before choosing between the WP55-12N and the WP55-12, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.
How much does the Long WP55-12N weigh?
17.1 kg, with 55 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Long U1-36HE (36 Ah) weighs 11 kg.
Which battery is equivalent to the Long WP55-12N?
Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Kronobat ES55-12, MK Battery M55-12 SLD M and Fullriver HC55. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the WP55-12N.
Do I have to replace both batteries at once?
Yes. Wheelchairs fit two batteries in series, and a new one next to a worn one becomes unbalanced and lasts much less.
Keep comparing: alternatives to the WP55-12N
- Other electric wheelchair batteries
- The whole Long range
- Kronobat ES55-12 · 55 Ah, 226×135×214 mm
- MK Battery M55-12 SLD M · 55 Ah, 226×135×214 mm
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