Can you replace backup battery

[Reefltx]

My ecotech backup battery is no longer holding a charge. I was wondering if it's possible to simply change the battery instead of buying a whole new unit?

 

[revsgirl]

:bump2:

 

[TropicalReefCorals]

Yes, you can very easily find a replacement battery. When I replaced mine, I used a battery that was twice the capacity with no problems. I used some aluminum channel to extend the original case to accommodate the larger size. Almost any sealed lead-acid battery will work. Look for a local battery supplier, the kind that services emergency lighting, fire alarm panels, etc., like tnrtechnical.com. You may also find them at retail specialty battery stores.

 

[Nuocmam]

Awesome!

 

[Nuocmam]

Derrr... Please excuse my ignorance could you please tell me which battery I should get?

 

[Reefltx]

Derrr... Please excuse my ignorance could you please tell me which battery I should get?

Bump.. Same here. I'm clueless when it comes to this type of stuff.


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[KoleTang]

So is it possible to DIY a backup battery? Which current AC or DC?

 

[Reefltx]

For those interested I just took mine a part. Very easy to do and the battery looks pretty easy to replace. I actually purchase a new one for under $40, should be here in a few days.

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[kuyatwo]

Yeah here in tx batteries plus carries replacement batteries


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[Texasnano]

$40 bucks and I payed $160. Hummm doesn't sound right.

 

[Reefltx]

$40 bucks and I payed $160. Hummm doesn't sound right.

Well, actually $35/free shipping with prime. ;)
You can find the exact same battery, there's a bar code on the other side of the battery that you can use with a smart phone.



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[Nuocmam]

Would you mind posting or PMing a link to the battery you ordered?

 

[MattL22]

What's biggest battery u can buy ?
Could u run a sm heater for 40 breeder on one?