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MK Battery 8G31 · Electric wheelchair battery 12V 97.6Ah

Reference: BOL-MK-8G31

MK Battery 8G31: electric wheelchair battery with 12 V and 97.6 Ah, measuring 328.4 × 171.2 × 237 mm.

Who the MK Battery 8G31 is for

The MK Battery 8G31 is made for powered wheelchairs. The 8G31 is fitted in pairs: two 12 V batteries in series give the chair's 24 V.

The 8G31 belongs to the MK Battery MK GEL range. The full range of MK Battery batteries

Equivalents and alternatives to the MK Battery 8G31

Gel alternatives to the 8G31, with the same size and polarity: a gel charger does not treat an AGM or a flooded battery the same way.

ModelTechnologyCapacityDimensions (mm)
Deka 8G31GEL97.6 Ah328.4 × 171.5 × 237.2
MK Battery E31 SLD G STGEL97.6 Ah328.4 × 171.2 × 237
MK Battery 8G31DTGEL97.6 Ah328.4 × 171.2 × 238.8

MK Battery 8G31 vs E27 SLD G, 8G30H and E31 SLD G

The real differences between the 8G31 and the closest MK Battery models:

ModelCapacityDimensions (mm)Weight
MK Battery 8G31 (this one)97.6 Ah328.4 × 171.2 × 23731.07 kg
MK Battery E27 SLD G88 Ah325.9 × 166.6 × 23728.12 kg
MK Battery 8G30H97.6 Ah328.4 × 171.2 × 247.731.07 kg
MK Battery E31 SLD G97.6 Ah328.4 × 171.2 × 247.731.07 kg
MK Battery M27 SLD G88 Ah325.9 × 166.6 × 23728.12 kg
  • MK Battery E27 SLD G: 9.60 Ah less, a different case (325.9 × 166.6 × 237 mm).
  • MK Battery 8G30H: the same capacity, a different height (247.7 mm instead of 237 mm). It only fits if there is room for 247.7 mm of height.
  • MK Battery E31 SLD G: the same capacity, a different height (247.7 mm instead of 237 mm). It only fits if there is room for 247.7 mm of height.
  • MK Battery M27 SLD G: 9.60 Ah less, a different case (325.9 × 166.6 × 237 mm).

What it means that the 8G31 is GEL

Inside, the 8G31 holds its electrolyte in gel form. It is the classic technology for wheelchairs, scooters, motorhomes and solar.

Check this before ordering the MK Battery 8G31

  • Measure the space: the 8G31 takes up 328.4 × 171.2 × 237 mm.
  • Your current battery should say about 97.6 Ah; a little more is also fine.

Part numbers and codes for the MK Battery 8G31

Shops, garages and catalogues identify the 8G31 with these codes:

Commercial reference8G31
Not to be confused withMK Battery 8G34 (60 Ah), MK Battery 8GU1 (31.6 Ah)

Frequently asked questions about the MK Battery 8G31

8G31 or E27 SLD G: which one suits me?

Compared with the 8G31, the MK Battery E27 SLD G has 9.60 Ah less. With 97.6 Ah, the 8G31 runs longer between charges than the E27 SLD G (88 Ah). Mind the space: the E27 SLD G measures 325.9 × 166.6 × 237 mm.

MK Battery 8G31 or 8G30H/E31 SLD G: what changes?

Mainly the height: the 8G31 is 237 mm tall and the MK Battery 8G30H 247.7 mm, with the same length and width and 97.6 Ah against 97.6 Ah. The MK Battery E31 SLD G is 247.7 mm tall, with 97.6 Ah and A. Before choosing between the 8G31 and the 8G30H, measure the free height of the battery compartment with the cover or bonnet closed.

How much does the MK Battery 8G31 weigh?

31.07 kg, with 97.6 Ah of capacity. For reference, the MK Battery E27 SLD G (88 Ah) weighs 28.12 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the MK Battery 8G31?

For the 8G31, other gel batteries with its size and polarity: Deka 8G31, MK Battery E31 SLD G ST and MK Battery 8G31DT.

Other options if you are unsure about the 8G31

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