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Trojan 31-GEL · Solar battery 12V 102Ah

Reference: BOL-TROJAN-31-GEL · EAN 8404653001339

Trojan 31-GEL: solar battery with 12 V and 102 Ah, measuring 329 × 171 × 245 mm.

The Trojan 31-GEL at a glance

The Trojan 31-GEL is a deep-cycle battery for off-grid solar systems: it stores the day's energy for use at night and withstands years of charge and discharge cycles. Its capacity is rated at 20 hours (C20); at slower discharge rates the usable capacity is higher.

The 31-GEL belongs to the Trojan TROJAN GEL range. See all Trojan batteries

Equivalents and alternatives to the Trojan 31-GEL

We have no other battery with exactly the dimensions and polarity of the 31-GEL. Browse the rest of our solar batteries for off-grid systems to compare close options.

Trojan 31-GEL vs 27-GEL and 5SHP-GEL: which one to choose?

What sets the 31-GEL apart from its neighbours in the Trojan range:

ModelCapacityDimensions (mm)Weight
Trojan 31-GEL (this one)102 Ah329 × 171 × 24532 kg
Trojan 27-GEL91 Ah324 × 171 × 23429 kg
Trojan 5SHP-GEL125 Ah345 × 171 × 28339 kg
  • Trojan 27-GEL: 11 Ah less, a different case (324 × 171 × 234 mm).
  • Trojan 5SHP-GEL: 23 Ah more, a different case (345 × 171 × 283 mm).

What it means that the 31-GEL is GEL

The 31-GEL is a gel battery: the electrolyte is immobilised in silica gel. The 31-GEL handles repeated deep discharges well, its strong point compared with an AGM.

Before ordering the 31-GEL, check this

  • The 31-GEL needs 329 × 171 × 245 mm of space: measure it with the hold-down clamp in place.
  • With 102 Ah, the 31-GEL replaces an original battery of that capacity or slightly less.

Part numbers and codes for the Trojan 31-GEL

Look for any of these 31-GEL codes on your current battery or in the manufacturer's catalogue:

Commercial reference31-GEL
EAN8404653001339

Frequently asked questions about the Trojan 31-GEL

31-GEL or 27-GEL: which one suits me?

Compared with the 31-GEL, the Trojan 27-GEL has 11 Ah less. With 102 Ah, the 31-GEL runs longer between charges than the 27-GEL (91 Ah). Mind the space: the 27-GEL measures 324 × 171 × 234 mm.

How much does the Trojan 31-GEL weigh?

32 kg, with 102 Ah of capacity. For reference, the Trojan 27-GEL (91 Ah) weighs 29 kg.

How far can I discharge the Trojan 31-GEL each day?

To make it last years, do not go below 50% routinely. Size the bank so daily consumption is half the installed capacity.

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