LiTime 12V 50Ah Lithium Battery

A LiTime LiFePO4 lithium battery can last for 4,000 to 15,000 life cycles, which can translate to 10 years or more, depending on usage. In contrast, lead-acid and AGM batteries typically offer only 300 to 500 life cycles before their capacity significantly declines. While the initial investment for a LiTime LiFePO4 battery may be higher, the long-term savings are substantial.

It ultimately depends on your priorities. The LiTime LiFePO4 lithium battery offers roughly twice the usable capacity compared to lead-acid and AGM batteries. If your aim is to maximize usable battery time (amps), consider upgrading to a battery with the same or greater amp rating. For example, replacing a 100 amp battery with a LiTime 12V 100Ah LiFePO4 battery will provide about double the usable amps and half the weight.

If you're looking for a smaller, lighter, or more cost-effective option, you could replace the 100 amp battery with a LiTime 12V 50Ah LiFePO4 battery. This would offer similar usable amps (time), come at a lower cost, and weigh about one-sixth as much. For dimensions, please refer to the spec sheet, or feel free to email us with any questions or specific needs.

Yes, LiFePO4 is an inherently safe chemistry and is considered the most stable lithium battery type available. LiTime lithium cells are UL certified, meeting the highest safety and sustainability standards. All LiTime LiFePO4 batteries are equipped with an internal Battery Management System that safeguards against under-voltage during discharge, over-voltage during charge, over-current during discharge, over-temperature during both charge and discharge, and short-circuit situations, ensuring protection for the battery cells. Furthermore, LiTime LiFePO4 batteries have been tested to eliminate the risk of fire and electric shock, even in harsh environments.

No. LiTime LiFePO4 lithium batteries are not intended to be used as starting batteries but energy storage, please do not use them to start any devices.

Yes, you can charge LiTime LiFePO4 lithium batteries using solar panels. Here are three reliable methods for charging:

Using Solar Panels

The LiTime 12V 50Ah battery can be fully charged in one day with 200W solar panels, assuming an effective sunshine duration of about 4.5 hours per day. However, it may take longer than a day to fully charge the battery with solar panels rated at 200W or more, as the duration and intensity of sunlight significantly affect charging efficiency.

Generator/Alternator

If your alternator or generator provides DC output, you'll need a DC-to-DC charger to connect the battery. For AC output, use a suitable battery charger as recommended.

Recommended Charging Voltage: 14.2V - 14.6V

Recommended Charging Current:10A (0.2C): The battery will be fully charged in about 5 hours, reaching 100% capacity. 25A (0.5C): The battery will be fully charged in around 2 hours, achieving approximately 97% capacity.

LiFePO4 Smart Chargers

For charging a 12V battery, a charger with a voltage of 14.6V is recommended.

Recommended Charging Voltage: 14.2V - 14.6V

Recommended Charging Current:10A (0.2C): The battery will be fully charged in about 5 hours, reaching 100% capacity.25A (0.5C): The battery will be fully charged in approximately 2 hours, achieving around 97% capacity.

For additional information, check out our article on whether you can charge LiFePO4 batteries with a standard charger.

LiFePO4 lithium batteries can be safely charged within a temperature range of 0℃ to 50℃ (32℉ to 122℉). The LiTime 12V 50Ah lithium battery does not have low-temperature charging protection, so it's advisable to charge it indoors during winter. For cold-weather usage, we recommend exploring LiTime's cold-weather batteries, which are equipped with low-temperature charging protection.

It is recommended to store LiTime LiFePO4 batteries at 50% state of charge (SOC). If the batteries are stored for long periods, recharge the batteries at least every 3 months. Recommended storage environment: 10℃～35℃ (50℉～95℉），45%RH～75％RH