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Ritar FT12-260 · Telecom battery 12V 260Ah

Reference: BOL-RITAR-FT12-260

Ritar FT12-260: telecom battery with 12 V and 260 Ah, measuring 665 × 132 × 310 mm.

Who the Ritar FT12-260 is for

The Ritar FT12-260 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 FT12-260 belongs to the Ritar RITAR FT range. More Ritar batteries

AGM technology in the FT12-260

The FT12-260 is AGM: the electrolyte is absorbed in glass fibre mats, so it is sealed and spill-proof. It withstands many more cycles than a conventional lead battery, at the cost of being more sensitive to overcharging.

Ritar FT12-260 vs FT12-200 and FT12-185: which one to choose?

What sets the FT12-260 apart from its neighbours in the Ritar range:

ModelCapacityDimensions (mm)Weight
Ritar FT12-260 (this one)260 Ah665 × 132 × 31073.5 kg
Ritar FT12-200200 Ah560 × 125 × 31657.7 kg
Ritar FT12-185185 Ah560 × 125 × 31656 kg
  • Ritar FT12-200: 60 Ah less, a different case (560 × 125 × 316 mm).
  • Ritar FT12-185: 75 Ah less, a different case (560 × 125 × 316 mm).

Equivalents and alternatives to the Ritar FT12-260

No other reference in the catalogue fully matches the dimensions and polarity of the FT12-260; you will find the closest ones among our front-terminal telecom batteries.

Ritar FT12-260 codes and part numbers

The FT12-260 is listed under these codes on labels, in garages and in catalogues:

Commercial referenceFT12-260
Terminal typeM8
Not to be confused withRitar RT12260 (26 Ah), Ritar FT12-200 (200 Ah)

Check this before ordering the Ritar FT12-260

  • Capacity of the FT12-260: 260 Ah; the same as your current battery or slightly more is fine.
  • Measure the space: the FT12-260 takes up 665 × 132 × 310 mm.

Frequently asked questions about the Ritar FT12-260

Ritar FT12-260 or FT12-200?

Compared with the FT12-260, the Ritar FT12-200 has 60 Ah less. With 260 Ah, the FT12-260 runs longer between charges than the FT12-200 (200 Ah). Mind the space: the FT12-200 measures 560 × 125 × 316 mm.

How much does the Ritar FT12-260 weigh?

The FT12-260 weighs 73.5 kg. For reference, the Ritar FT12-200 (200 Ah) weighs 57.7 kg.

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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