# Sonnenschein GF12033Y1 · Light electric vehicle battery 12V 38Ah

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> Sonnenschein GF12033Y1: 38 Ah light electric vehicle battery, 210×175×175 mm, GEL. Equivalent to Sonnenschein GF12033YG1.

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- **Canonical URL**: https://bateriasonline.es/en/sonnenschein-gf12033y1
- **Language**: en
- **Brand**: Sonnenschein
- **Reference**: BOL-SONNENSCHEIN-GF12033Y1
- **EAN**: 3660766462848
- **MPN**: GF12033Y1
- **Price**: 223,39 € (VAT incl., Spain)
- **Last updated**: 2026-11-06

## Technical specifications

| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sonnenschein |
| Range | GEL - GF -Y Sonnenschein Cyclic range 450 cycles |
| Application | Light electric vehicles |
| Technology | GEL |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Capacity | 38 Ah |
| Length | 210 mm |
| Width | 175 mm |
| Height | 175 mm |
| Weight | 14.6 kg |
| Terminal layout | A |
| Terminal type | A-Terminal |
| Cycles | 450 |

## Quick description

The Sonnenschein GF12033Y1 is a light electric vehicle battery with 12 V and 38 Ah, measuring 210 × 175 × 175 mm.

## Description

## Where the Sonnenschein GF12033Y1 fits

The Sonnenschein GF12033Y1 is a deep-cycle battery for light electric vehicles and carts: it withstands daily discharges and recharges without maintenance. It is installed in series to reach the vehicle voltage and needs full charges after every use.
The GF12033Y1 belongs to the Sonnenschein GEL - GF -Y Sonnenschein Cyclic range 450 cycles range. [See all Sonnenschein batteries](https://bateriasonline.es/en/sonnenschein-batteries)

## Equivalents and alternatives to the Sonnenschein GF12033Y1

Gel alternatives to the GF12033Y1, with the same size and polarity: a gel charger does not treat an AGM or a flooded battery the same way.

| Model | Technology | Capacity | Dimensions (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonnenschein GF12033YG1 | GEL | 38 Ah | 210 × 175 × 175 |
| Sonnenschein GF12033YG2 | GEL | 38 Ah | 210 × 175 × 175 |

## Sonnenschein GF12033Y1 vs GF12040Y and GF12044Y

Torn between the GF12033Y1 and another similar Sonnenschein? This is what changes:

| Model | Capacity | Dimensions (mm) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonnenschein GF12033Y1 (this one) | 38 Ah | 210 × 175 × 175 | 14.6 kg |
| Sonnenschein GF12040Y | 48 Ah | 242 × 175 × 190 | 17.5 kg |
| Sonnenschein GF12044Y | 50 Ah | 261 × 135 × 230 | 19 kg |

- Sonnenschein GF12040Y: 10 Ah more, a different case (242 × 175 × 190 mm).
- Sonnenschein GF12044Y: 12 Ah more, a different case (261 × 135 × 230 mm).

## What it means that the GF12033Y1 is GEL

The GF12033Y1 is a gel battery: the electrolyte is immobilised in silica gel. The GF12033Y1 handles repeated deep discharges well, its strong point compared with an AGM.

## What to look at before buying the GF12033Y1

- Length, width and height of the GF12033Y1: 210 × 175 × 175 mm.
- Your current battery should say about 38 Ah; a little more is also fine.

## Part numbers and codes for the Sonnenschein GF12033Y1

Look for any of these GF12033Y1 codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

| Commercial reference | GF12033Y1 |
|---|---|
| EAN | 3660766462848 |
| Terminal type | A-Terminal |

## Frequently asked questions about the Sonnenschein GF12033Y1

### GF12033Y1 or GF12040Y: which one suits me?

Compared with the GF12033Y1, the Sonnenschein GF12040Y has 10 Ah more. With 48 Ah, the GF12040Y runs longer between charges than the GF12033Y1 (38 Ah). Mind the space: the GF12040Y measures 242 × 175 × 190 mm.

### How much does the Sonnenschein GF12033Y1 weigh?

14.6 kg, with 38 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Sonnenschein GF12040Y (48 Ah) weighs 17.5 kg.

### Which battery is equivalent to the Sonnenschein GF12033Y1?

For the GF12033Y1, other gel batteries with its size and polarity: Sonnenschein GF12033YG1 and Sonnenschein GF12033YG2.

### Which charger does the Sonnenschein GF12033Y1 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.

## More batteries to compare with the GF12033Y1

- [All batteries for light electric vehicles and carts](https://bateriasonline.es/en/light-electric-vehicle-cart-batteries)
- [The whole Sonnenschein range](https://bateriasonline.es/en/sonnenschein-batteries)
- [Sonnenschein GF12033YG1](https://bateriasonline.es/en/sonnenschein-gf12033yg1) · 38 Ah, 210×175×175 mm
- [Sonnenschein GF12033YG2](https://bateriasonline.es/en/sonnenschein-gf12033yg2) · 38 Ah, 210×175×175 mm

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