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Ritar FT12-180 · Telecom battery 12V 180Ah

Reference: BOL-RITAR-FT12-180

The Ritar FT12-180 is a telecom battery with 12 V and 180 Ah, measuring 560 × 125 × 316 mm.

Who the Ritar FT12-180 is for

The Ritar FT12-180 is a front-terminal battery for telecommunications: a narrow format for 19 and 23 inch racks, with the terminals accessible from the front. Its elongated format allows tray mounting with front connection.

The FT12-180 belongs to the Ritar RITAR FT range. The full range of Ritar batteries

What it means that the FT12-180 is AGM

The FT12-180 is AGM: the electrolyte is absorbed in glass fibre mats, so it is sealed and spill-proof. Being sealed, the FT12-180 can be fitted in the boot or under a seat with no risk of spills.

Ritar FT12-180 vs FT12-185 and FT12-200

Torn between the FT12-180 and another similar Ritar? This is what changes:

ModelCapacityDimensions (mm)Weight
Ritar FT12-180 (this one)180 Ah560 × 125 × 31652 kg
Ritar FT12-185185 Ah560 × 125 × 31656 kg
Ritar FT12-200200 Ah560 × 125 × 31657.7 kg
  • Ritar FT12-185: 5 Ah more, the same dimensions.
  • Ritar FT12-200: 20 Ah more, the same dimensions.

Equivalents and alternatives to the Ritar FT12-180

Other AGM batteries that fit the FT12-180's tray with the same polarity: an AGM can only be replaced by another AGM.

ModelTechnologyCapacityDimensions (mm)
Ritar FT12-185AGM185 Ah560 × 125 × 316

Part numbers and codes for the Ritar FT12-180

Look for any of these FT12-180 codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

Commercial referenceFT12-180
Terminal typeM8
Not to be confused withRitar RT12180 (18 Ah), Ritar FT12-110 (110 Ah), Ritar FT12-150 (150 Ah)

Check this before ordering the Ritar FT12-180

  • With 180 Ah, the FT12-180 replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.
  • The FT12-180 needs 560 × 125 × 316 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.

Frequently asked questions about the Ritar FT12-180

FT12-180 or FT12-185: which one suits me?

Compared with the FT12-180, the Ritar FT12-185 has 5 Ah more. With 185 Ah, the FT12-185 runs longer between charges than the FT12-180 (180 Ah). Both measure 560 × 125 × 316 mm, so they fit the same tray.

How much does the Ritar FT12-180 weigh?

52 kg, with 180 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Ritar FT12-185 (185 Ah) weighs 56 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Ritar FT12-180?

Only other AGM batteries with its dimensions and polarity: Ritar FT12-185. Neither an EFB nor a conventional battery replaces the FT12-180.

What is its service life in float?

Between 10 and 12 years at 20 °C in float design. Every 10 °C of extra ambient temperature halves the life.

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