Summary: Short version: Deka 8G40, made for mobility scooters and wheelchairs, with a rating of 40Ah 12V. Weight is 14.29 kg, worth knowing before you lift it out of the tray.
12VVolts
40AhAmp-hours at C20
14.29 kgWeight
Deka 8G40: what it is and who it suits
Rated 40Ah 12V, the Deka 8G40 serves mobility scooters and wheelchairs. Rated 40Ah 12V, it matches chairs and scooters that use this code. Plenty of users now order batteries online for planned replacement.
40Ah is right in the usual range for mobility scooters and wheelchairs.
Full specifications of the Deka 8G40
BrandDeka
Model code8G40
SeriesDEKA GEL
Applicationmobility scooters and wheelchairs
Volts12V
Amp-hours at C2040Ah
ChemistryGel
Outer measurements197.1 × 168.1 × 174.8 mm
Weight14.29 kg
Deka 8G40 in everyday use
A powerchair used for school or work cycles its batteries hard. Replace batteries as a pair with the same code. Swollen cases need immediate replacement.
How gel batteries work and how to look after them
A gel battery usually feels solid and heavy for its size. Floor cleaning machines run on gel when watering is not an option. Program solar regulators with the gel values published by the maker.
Five checks for a perfect fit
- ✓ Rated 40Ah: check that the charger or alternator in your system can refill a battery of that capacity in reasonable time.
- ✓ This reference uses gel. If your current battery has a different technology printed on it, find out why before switching.
- ✓ A case of 197.1 × 168.1 × 174.8 mm must sit flat with the clamp closed.
Answers before you buy
Should I charge a stored battery before use?
Yes, gradually. Lead batteries lose a little charge each month, lithium much less. A quick charge before use is a good idea.
How large and heavy is this battery?
The case measures 197.1 × 168.1 × 174.8 mm and the battery weighs 14.29 kg. Check both against your tray and the hold-down before ordering, and lift it with care.
Can I connect several of these in series or parallel?
Yes, 12V with 40Ah. Two in series would give double the voltage.
Batteries with the same format
Other references from our catalogue with the same measurements and terminal position.
MK Battery 8G40MK Battery M40-12 SLD G
More options
Keep the code 8G40 handy for next time: it makes reordering at baterias.online quick. Checking the terminal side takes ten seconds and saves a lot of bother.
