In short: Drivers and owners of cars and vans know this one as the Varta F17. Owners usually check three things first: size, terminal side and starting power.
12VVoltage
80AhCapacity, 20-hour rate (C20)
740ACold cranking current (EN)
Buying the Varta F17 online
Here is the Varta F17, a starter battery made for everyday cars and vans. Size, polarity and starting power are what make a car battery fit, and the table covers all three. Batteries online make sense when you can check every number from your driveway.
With 80Ah, it outlasts most batteries for cars and vans on a single charge.
Varta F17 data sheet
Fitting and everyday care
A second car that only comes out at weekends tends to have a tired battery by the end of winter. Wipe the tray clean and dry before the new battery goes in. If the battery warning light comes on while driving, check the alternator as well as the battery.
Care tips for lead-acid batteries
Serviceable batteries have caps for checking the acid. Older cars without stop-start systems are happy with a standard lead-acid battery. Avoid deep discharges, which encourage sulphation.
Five checks for a perfect fit
- ✓ Cold cranking 740A: compare with your handbook's requirement.
- ✓ Check that the alternator or controller suits lead-acid.
- ✓ Size check: 315 × 175 × 175 mm. A battery even slightly taller than the original can touch the bonnet or the seat base.
Common questions about the Varta F17
Can I connect several of these in series or parallel?
It is a 12V battery with a capacity of 80Ah. In banks of several units, connect only identical batteries bought at the same time.
Where is the plus pole on the Varta F17?
Polarity: positive on the right-hand side. Face the long side with the posts nearest you to compare.
Can I use my usual charger with this battery?
Most smart chargers have a mode for lead-acid. Select it before charging; an unsuitable programme can shorten battery life.
Same case, same terminal side
Listed below: batteries with the same case and polarity as the Varta F17.
Deta DB802Exide EB802Fulmen FB802Kronobat PB-80.0BTudor TB802
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A photo of the old label plus this page is all it takes to order with confidence at baterias.online. Recycling the old battery is easy at most tips and garages.
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