Lion Safari UT 250 | 12V | 20Ah | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Battery | Lion Energy | 1-5 Days Ship Time

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Lion Safari UT 250 | 12V | 20Ah | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) Battery | Lion Energy | 1-5 Days Ship Time

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Lion Safari UT 700

The Safari UT™ 250 replaces lead acid batteries for energy storage and for auxiliary power. It’s great for smaller power needs than the Safari UT™ 700 or 1300.

    Benefits
    • Last Longer – 7 year warranty
    • Maintenance Free – Retains charge up to 1 year, no trickle charging or fluids needed
    • Fast Charging and Lightweight – 15% faster charging with smart Battery Management System (BMS) and only 5 lbs
    • Longer Run Time – Uses all the stored energy instead of 50% like lead acid batteries do 

    There's a lot of things to love about the Safari UT 250 from the light weight of just over 5 lbs. and zero maintenance to it being able to be recharged with renewable sources like the sun.



    Weighs Less

    At only 5.2 lbs, it super light weight.



    Safety


    Made from Lithium Iron Phosphate, it's the safest lithium battery on the market. You can use it indoors or outdoors.


    Lasts Longer

    Long lasting life cycles at 2,500+ using full depth of discharge (DOD). It can hold a charge for up to 1 year.


    Renewable Solar Batteries

    Use the power of the sun to fully recharge the UT 250 in as little as 2.5 hrs.


    2X the Energy

    You can use all the stored energy (20Ah) of the UT 250 instead of only half, like lead acid batteries do.


    Expandable for More Power

    If 20A continuously and a 35A peak, isn't quite enough, connect two in parallel or in series for more power and capacity.  


    Zero Maintenance

    No fluids. No trickle charging. No mess. The Safari UT 250 just works – day in and day out.  


    7 Year Warranty

    Using Lithium Iron Phosphate technology it can be drained and recharged over 2,500 times – much longer than Lead Acid batteries. That is why it's backed by a 7 year warranty.


    Environmentally Friendly

    Produces zero emissions or carbon footprint during use, no greenhouse gases, and does not damage the environment. It's good for you and the planet.



    Where to Use

    Life On Your Terms

    This small but powerful battery has 20Ah of capacity which can provide a full day of power for electronics like a fish finder, ice auger, gazebo lights, or powering your wheelchair or mobility scooter. The UT 250 is a great, smaller option.

    Be Prepared To Power Anything

    In addition to powering all your toys, you can also use your Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries to be prepared for any emergency.

    The Lion Energy DIY Solar Kit lets you harness the power of the sun, store the energy in your UT 250 battery, and convert it to power for your devices, tools, lights, and many other power needs. Use the DIY Kit for your shed, cabin, gazebo, campsite, or outdoor adventure.

     

    Specifications

    Tech Specs

    Weight (pounds) 5.2
    Dimensions - Inches (L x W x H)  (Wingnuts add 0.5 inches in Height) 7.1 x 3.0 x 6.6
(7.1 x 3.0 x 7.1)
    Warranty 7 Years
    Certification RoHS, FCC, CE

    Battery

    Battery Chemistry Cylindrical Cell LiFePO4
Lithium Iron Phosphate
    Battery Capacity - Watt Hours (Wh) / Amp Hours (Ah) 256Wh / 20 Ah
    Battery Output - Amps (A) 35A Continuous Discharge
    Life Cycles 2,500+ at 100% Depth of Discharge (DOD)
    Charge Retention Up to 1 Year
    Charging / Operating Temp 32° to 113° F / -4° to 131° F
    Series / Parallel 12V to 48V / 20Ah, 40Ah, 60Ah+

    Charge Rate

    Maximum Charge Rate - Amps (A) : Up to 20A
    Recommended Charging Voltage - Volts (V)  13.9V - 14.6V


    Safety

    The Lion Safari UT 250 is made from Lithium Iron Phosphate. Because it does not emit any toxic fumes or gases, you can use it inside your home, tent, RV or any other confined area. Lithium Iron Phosphate is the highest grade, safest battery composition available and has no potentially volatile chemistry. The UT 250 goes through extensive testing from initial design through production and before it ever leaves Lion Energy. It doesn't get shipped to you until it passes our Grandma Test (it's good enough to give to our own grandma, it's that good).
    FAQ's



    What is the Safari UT 250?

    The Safari UT 250 is the latest in Lithium battery technology. It replaces traditional deep cycle lead acid batteries with the safest Lithium Iron Phosphate. It is a "plug and play" battery. Simply remove the deep cycle lead acid battery and replace it with this superior performing battery.

    What does the Safari UT 250 power?

    The Safari UT 250 is an amazing Lithium Iron Phosphate battery that can be used for auxiliary power in Boats, Cabins, Sheds, Gazebos, and where you need a reliable sources of stored energy. It replaces lead acid batteries and provides twice the energy because all of its energy (amp hours) can be used instead of only ~50% like lead acid batteries provide. How about using it to store energy at a cabin so you can power lights and more? Yes, you can use it for that too. It can be used 100% and then recharge over 2,500 times and still have 80% of its capacity left. (Note: The Safari UT 250 is not a battery to use for starting vehicles.)

    How long does it last?

    The life of the Safari UT 250 Lithium battery is approximately 14X that of deep cycle lead acid batteries in its class. And it comes with a 7 year warranty.

    How long can the Safari UT 250 hold a charge?

    The Safari UT 250 will maintain its charge for up to 1 year without having to charge it. This is known as shelf life or storage life. However, we recommend using it more frequently.

    Can it store solar power?

    The Safari UT 250 is a great energy storage unit for solar power from panels on homes, cabins, businesses, and RV's, just in smaller amounts than the Safari UT 700 or 1300.

    Do I have to maintain it?

    The Safari UT 250 is virtually maintenance free, meaning you don't have to use it or even trickle charge it every 3-4 months or deal with water or acid since it doesn't have any. It can hold its charge for up to 1 year and can be recharge and used time and time again.

    Is it good in bad weather?

    The Safari UT 250 performs better than lead acid batteries in most weather conditions. It can charge between temps of 32° to 113° F and can discharge between -4° to 131° F at 100%.

    How big is it?

    The Safari UT 250 weighs in at just 5.2 pounds. The dimensions are 7.1" x 3.0" x 6.6" (L x W x H)

    What's the rated capacity?

    The Safari UT 250 is commonly referred to as a 12V, 20Ah (how much energy is stored in it), 256Wh. Technically, it is nominal 12.8V lithium iron phosphate battery.

    Can you use it in series or parallel

    Yes. The Safari UT 250 can increase the voltage from 12V up to 48V total by connecting them in series (4 batteries connected together via + to - posts). You can increase the amps (A) and Amp Hours (Ah) up to 140A and 60+ Ah in parallel (+ to + and - to -). If you really want to increase your power and capacity, we recommend upgrading to the Safari UT 700 or 1300.

    Battery Charging Parameters

    We recommend setting all voltage to a max of 14.6 per Safari UT in series or at least close to it. End amps or tail amps need to be set as low as possible and inverter low voltage needs to be set to 11.5V. Victron inverters charger and charge controllers should be set to 13.9V for a 12V inverter and 27.8V for 24V inverters.

    What is a BMS?

    The Safari UT already has an internal Battery Management System (BMS) that acts as a safety net to shut down the battery if it is out of specific parameters. This prevents the battery from over charging or discharging as well as operating outside of the temperature range.

    Can I use my standard charger?

    Yes! You could use a standard battery charger and it will charge the Safari UT battery. However, since most chargers are designed for a lead acid battery, they are made to go up to a certain voltage. On a lead acid battery their "full" is about between 12.8V and 13.8V. The Safari UT 250 can accept a charge up to 14.8V. Most charger will get the batteries up to 13.8V. For best performance, we recommend a lithium charger.

    Can I use a heating element to keep my lithium batteries above freezing?

    If you want to use some type of heating element to keep the battery above freezing, do an online search or check out sites like offgidpowerpack.com. You can keep the battery inside so it's not exposed to extreme temperatures.

    Maximum Charge Rate - Amps (A) Up to 20A
    Recommended Charging Voltage - Volts (V) 13.9V - 14.6V

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    SPECIFICATIONS

    Tech Specs

    Dimensions and Safety

    THE BENEFITS

    There's a lot of things to love about the LifePO4 technology from exceptionally fast charging times, to multiple outputs, and safety for you and the environment.
    • Weighs Less

      At only 23 lbs, and a standard group 24 size (small footprint), this LiFePO4 battery is about 1/2 the weight of traditional batteries yet exceptionally powerful.
    • Renewable Solar Batteries

      Use the power of the sun to fully recharge this LiFePO4 battery in as little as 7 hrs. That way you can have full energy independence for as long as you need.
    • Zero Maintenance

      Use the power of the sun to fully recharge this No acid or water. No trickle charging. No mess. All of our LiFePO4 batteries work day in and day out. battery in as little as 7 hrs. That way you can have full energy independence for as long as you need.
    • Safety

      Made from Lithium Iron Phosphate, it's the safest lithium battery on the market. You can use it indoors or outdoors as it doesn't use potentially volatile chemistry.
    • Power to Spare

      Standard lead acid batteries give you 50% usable energy or Ah. Our LiFePO4 batteries give you 100% usage or all Amp hours. You'll be able to stay charged in your off grid home as long as you need to on a single charge.
    • 10 Year Warranty

      All of our LiFePO4 batteries all come with a limited 10 year warranty and will be the last battery you'll probably ever need. Using Lithium Iron Phosphate technology, it can be drained and recharge over 3,500 times, 10-20 years longer than Lead Acid batteries.

    • Lasts Longer

      Long lasting life cycles at 3,500+ using full depth of discharge (DOD) and still has power to spare. It can hold a charge for up to 2 years.
    • Expandable for More Memory

      Our LiFePO4 batteries have anywhere from 150A-300A continuously and a 900A-1500A peak discharge. If you need more, they can be connected in parallel or in series to get even energy storage and more power.
    • Environmentally Friendly

      All of our batteries produce zero emissions or carbon footprint during use. They emit no greenhouse gasses, and do not damage the environment. It's good for you and the planet.  

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    This isn't possible but the purpose of this kit is to gain freedom from the grid and use or store any extra power at your own will. Enjoy independence as well as greater control over how you generate energy.

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    How long will the battery bank last?

    Get peace of mind with the 10-year warranty on all of our batteries.. Our reliable LiFePO4 battery is designed to last you a whopping 15+ years, rated up to 6,000 lifecycles. To get an idea for how long your system will run each day - just divide its watt hours by your average load in watts – then sit back and relax knowing it's powered up all night.

    Can I use a generator or the grid to charge my battery if necessary?

    Get peace of mind with the 10-year warranty on all of our batteries.. Our reliable LiFePO4 battery is designed to last you a whopping 15+ years, rated up to 6,000 lifecycles. To get an idea for how long your system will run each day - just divide its watt hours by your average load in watts – then sit back and relax knowing it's powered up all night. 

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    Where is this equipment made?

    All our products are made in the USA and Canada. 

    Do I need to keep the batteries inside or outside?

    Lithium batteries thrive in environments similar to humans, as they prefer moderate temperatures. To ensure optimal performance and longevity it's important that you avoid storing them in extremely hot or cold areas such as a garage with extreme temperature fluctuations throughout the day; basements are generally an ideal place for lithium batteries since these spaces maintain steadier temps between 60F-90F degrees Fahrenheit. A battery can still be utilized when below 32° F but should not require charging until above 32° F.

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