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Sonnenschein GF12051YG1 · Light electric vehicle battery 12V 56Ah

Reference: BOL-SONNENSCHEIN-GF12051YG1

Sonnenschein GF12051YG1: light electric vehicle battery with 12 V and 56 Ah, measuring 276 × 175 × 190 mm.

Where the Sonnenschein GF12051YG1 fits

The Sonnenschein GF12051YG1 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 GF12051YG1 belongs to the Sonnenschein GEL - GF -Y Sonnenschein Cyclic range 450 cycles range. See all Sonnenschein batteries

Equivalents and alternatives to the Sonnenschein GF12051YG1

Gel alternatives to the GF12051YG1, with the same size and polarity: a gel charger does not treat an AGM or a flooded battery the same way.

ModelTechnologyCapacityDimensions (mm)
Sonnenschein GF12051Y1GEL56 Ah276 × 175 × 190
Sonnenschein GF12051Y2GEL56 Ah278 × 175 × 190

Sonnenschein GF12051YG1 vs GF12052YO and GF12040Y: differences

The real differences between the GF12051YG1 and the closest Sonnenschein models:

ModelCapacityDimensions (mm)Weight
Sonnenschein GF12051YG1 (this one)56 Ah276 × 175 × 19022 kg
Sonnenschein GF12052YO60 Ah261 × 170 × 17820 kg
Sonnenschein GF12040Y48 Ah242 × 175 × 19017.5 kg
  • Sonnenschein GF12052YO: 4 Ah more, a different case (261 × 170 × 178 mm).
  • Sonnenschein GF12040Y: 8 Ah less, a different case (242 × 175 × 190 mm).

What it means that the GF12051YG1 is GEL

The GF12051YG1 is a gel battery: the electrolyte is immobilised in silica gel. The GF12051YG1 handles repeated deep discharges well, its strong point compared with an AGM.

Before ordering the GF12051YG1, check this

  • The GF12051YG1 needs 276 × 175 × 190 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
  • Your current battery should say about 56 Ah; a little more is also fine.

Part numbers and codes for the Sonnenschein GF12051YG1

Look for any of these GF12051YG1 codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

Commercial referenceGF12051YG1
Terminal typeF4

Frequently asked questions about the Sonnenschein GF12051YG1

GF12051YG1 or GF12052YO: which one suits me?

Compared with the GF12051YG1, the Sonnenschein GF12052YO has 4 Ah more. With 60 Ah, the GF12052YO runs longer between charges than the GF12051YG1 (56 Ah). Mind the space: the GF12052YO measures 261 × 170 × 178 mm.

How much does the Sonnenschein GF12051YG1 weigh?

22 kg, with 56 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Sonnenschein GF12052YO (60 Ah) weighs 20 kg.

Which battery is equivalent to the Sonnenschein GF12051YG1?

For the GF12051YG1, other gel batteries with its size and polarity: Sonnenschein GF12051Y1 and Sonnenschein GF12051Y2.

Which charger does the Sonnenschein GF12051YG1 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.

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