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NEW PRODUCT - NEW MARINE/RV STARTING SOLUTION

2010-08-07T09:59:00.000-07:00

Fresh to the Federal brand range is the 27M-6 which sits along side the 24M-5 and 24M-7. Designed for Marine/RV use, the 27M-6 employs Silver/Calcium technology to not only deliver strong CCA performance but also plenty of reserve capacity when you need it.

27M-6
The 27M-6 offers 840CCA and 182-Minutes of Reserve Capacity in a Group 27/N70Z case type. SAE Post and Stud Terminals, 318(w) x 171(d) x 241(h)mm, 25.5Kgs.

NEW PRODUCT - ODYSSEY DIN FIT SOLUTIONS

2010-07-07T09:52:00.000-07:00

Offering significantly longer shelf life and 70% longer cycle life than competing dual purpose batteries, Odyssey are the Extreme battery that delivers massive starting current and reliable auxiliary power in a rugged package with total mounting flexibility. Now, with the introduction of the new PC1220 and PC1350 you can now enjoy Odyssey performance in a range of European DIN fitment applications.

PC1220
The PC1220 offers 680CCA and 70Ah or 135-minutes of Reserve Capacity in a DIN66 case type. RHP SAE Posts, 302(w) x 175(d) x 190(h)mm, 25Kgs.

PC1350
The PC1350 offers 770CCA and 95Ah or 195-minutes of Reserve Capacity in a DIN95 case type. RHP SAE Posts, 377(w) x 175(d) x 190(h)mm, 30Kgs.

New Product - AMARON DIN 90

2010-06-09T08:30:00.000-07:00

Amaron, a division of Johnson Controls, manufacture a vast array of Silver/Calcium battery designed to handle the hot climate and shoddy roads typical of the Indian sub-continent, making them the ideal choice for Australia’s similarly harsh conditions. The latest addition to the Amaron range is the DIN90 which offers 800cca of starting current and 90Ah or 162mins of reserve capacity, which is almost 10% more power than other offerings! RHP SAE terminals, 354 x 173 x 190mm size, weight 25kgs. Please continually check our site for updates to the Amaron range!

New Product - CTEK D250S

2010-06-08T10:30:00.000-07:00

The D250S from CTEK is a powerful new technology DC to DC boost charger able to compensate for the low output voltage on many vehicles that just won't charge a dual battery system properly. It is also great for use as a solar regulator to provide the final 100% charge that most solar panels just cannot complete. Coming to our price list in June and available soon.

New Product - CTEK XS4003

2010-06-08T10:28:00.000-07:00

Replacing the ultra popular CTEK XS3600, the XS4003 is a little more powerful and even more efficient than the model it replaces, and also offers a few extra features. Still at the same outstandingly low price for the "World's smartest charger".

New Product - REMCO RM12-200

2010-06-07T06:27:00.000-07:00

This also is a new addition to the Remco dual purpose range designed for both larger standby power applications as well as most other dual purpose auxiliary power demands. The RM12-200 is a flush top N200 sized fully sealed AGM providing a generous 200Ah of capacity at 12-Volt, providing a sensible solution particularly in Marine and Leisure applications. End bolt thru terminals, 522 x 240 x 220mm size, weight 62kgs. Remember, ensuring the current charging regime is vital to ensure maximum performance and longest possible service life, so always check the charging voltage and current recommendations prior to use.

New Product - REMCO RM6-200

2010-06-07T06:26:00.000-07:00

This is a new addition to the ever expanding Remco dual purpose range of sealed lead acid/AGM batteries. It is designed for larger UPS installations and is also suitable for most other dual purpose auxiliary power applications. The RM6-200 is a powerful 200Ah 6-Volt AGM battery offering excellent performance in larger battery bank installations. Offset bolt thru terminals, 323x 178 x 256mm size, weight 30.5kgs.

New Product - RBW RBW12-120

2010-06-06T07:25:00.000-07:00

The new RBW12-120 is a dual purpose battery in a case ever so slightly larger than a typical 100Ah case, but offering a hefty capacity of 120Ah @ C10 (about 130Ah @ C20). This maintenance free AGM technology battery is ideal for caravan, camper and RV applications. Large lug bolt through terminals, carry handles, 329 x 172 x 215mm size, weight 32.5kgs. Note: not suitable for under bonnet fitment, but can be installed almost anywhere else.

New Product - ODYSSEY Hold-Down Brackets

2010-06-04T10:24:00.000-07:00

Cementing our commitment to the Motorsport market segment, we now offer genuine polished aluminium hold down brackets to suit the PC545, PC680, PC925 and PC1200 sizes. (AC925SM shown).

New Product - ODYSSEY ER40

2010-06-04T09:22:00.000-07:00

The ER40 is the ER30’s big brother and carries the same high impact and flame retardant case and outstanding performance capabilities. Astronomical short circuit current potential of over 2450-Amps, 1100pca surge current, 500cca, 87 minutes reserve capacity, 250 x 97 x 206mm size, weight 12.5kgs.

New Product - ODYSSEY ER30

2010-06-04T09:20:00.000-07:00

The ER30 (Extreme Racing) is designed to cope with the most demanding temperature and vibration conditions and offers increased performance and weight density. It’s specialised case design is impact resistant and flame retardant to UL94 V-O, making this the safest and highest performing competition grade battery available. Just arrived in stock! Unbelievable short circuit current potential of over 1700-Amps, 950pca surge current, 450cca, 250 x 97 x 156mm size, weight 9.5kgs.

New Product - ODYSSEY SBS 30

2010-06-03T07:19:00.000-07:00

The SBS 30 is another specialised battery which is produced by Hawker Energy, and notably manufactured in a factory in the EU rather than the USA. This ultra high performance 26Ah battery is used by many in the aviation industry as well as many other high rate discharge applications. Previously only available by special order and with an extended lead time, this product is now finally in permanent stock. RHP M6 terminals, 450cca, 250 x 97 x 156mm size, weight 9.5Kg.

New Product - ODYSSEY PC1750-65

2010-06-02T10:18:00.000-07:00

The PC1750-65 is yet another specialist fitment battery which further demonstrates Federal's commitment to be the leader in boutique battery supply. This battery offers a dependable 930cca and 74Ah of reserve capacity. Suits GM / Explorer / F250 fitment. LHP SAE top post terminals, 300 x 183 x 189mm size, weight 26.3kg.

New Product - ODYSSEY PC1230-75/86

2010-06-02T10:16:00.000-07:00

The PC1230-75/86 offers top and front GM posts and is rated at 730cca and 50Ah. This battery suits many of the growing number USA private import muscle cars. LHP top SAE plus GM front post terminals, Massive 1230pca surge potential, 240 x 178 x 201mm size, weight 20.6kg.

New Product - ODYSSEY PC925LMJ

2010-06-02T09:15:00.000-07:00

The 380cca 28Ah PC925LMJ is identical to the PC925MJT with the only difference being a LHP M6 bolt terminal configuration. Massive 925pca surge current potential, 169 x 179 x 128mm size, weight 11.8Kg.

New Product - ODYSSEY PC680-P

2010-05-29T10:11:00.000-07:00

The new PC680-P is the same as the existing 220cca 17Ah PC680MJT, however it is supplied without the metal jacket and features basic insert terms for better fitment for motorcycle use and improved weight efficiency in motorsport applications. Massive 680pca surge current potential, 185 x 79 x 170mm size, weight 7kg.

New Product - US BATTERY US RE L16

2010-05-24T08:10:00.000-07:00

Ready to meet growing RAPs solar demand is the brand new "Green" battery from US Battery Manufacturing. This is a 6-Volt offering a massive 441Ah of capacity @ C100 in a compact L16 case. The US RE (Renewable Energy) L16 utilised advanced flooded battery technology to provide the years of service life available from conventional wet cell technology. 302 x 181 x 425mm size.

New Product – FEDERAL 94DLT

2010-05-24T06:02:00.000-07:00

Expanding the Federal Heavy Duty range and diversifying our coverage of the commercial service market is the 94DLT. This top quality starting battery is USA made and offers 900cca and 240 minutes of reserve capacity. SAE top end terminals, 508 x 208 x 202mm size. Fits many Fordson tractors.

New Product - OPTIMA D27F

2010-05-21T07:08:00.000-07:00

Optima have released a new N70ZZL offset cylinder size option to the market. This is a pigeon pair to Marine focused D27M and provides an under bonnet dual battery solution with 830cca and 66Ah of dual purpose performance. With more sizes and terminal options available than ever before, Federal is your first choice for Optima stock. SAE RHP terminals, 309 x 173 x 219mm size, weight 24.1kg.

New Product – FEDERAL VL31P

2010-05-17T09:00:00.000-07:00

Like the 1231MF above, the VL31P is also designed for starting use in commercial applications, yet provides slightly more conservative performance at a much more conservative price point. This high quality USA manufactured starting battery delivers a healthy 700cca of starting current and 90Ah of capacity. SAE Centre post terminals, US 31 (86) case, 330 x171 x 241 size, weight 28kg.

New Product – FEDERAL 1231MF

2010-05-10T10:00:00.000-07:00

Designed specifically for heavy duty starting use in commercial applications is the 1231MF. This battery provides a whopping 1125cca and 195 minutes of reserve capacity. The 1231MF is the same as the 1231PMF, but with stud rather than SAE terminals. US 31 (86) case, 330 x171 x 241mm size, weight 28.4 kg.

New Product – DEKA 9A34R

2010-05-03T09:30:00.000-07:00

Deka has expanded the venerable Intimidator range with a new version of the 9A34 in the opposite terminal configuration. This new option provides the same 785cca and 55Ah of reserve power in a tightly packed polypropylene ribbed case with unlimited current.

Thanks to it’s rugged dual purpose design it is suitable to install in under bonnet dual battery situations and is ideal for both start and/or cyclic use. It is particularly suited for high power sound systems in both cars and wakeboarding boats, as well as most other dual purpose applications. RHP SAE terminals, N50Z case, 273 x 175 x 203mm size, weight 19kg.

New Product – US Battery 8DHCXC

2010-03-29T21:00:00.000-07:00

New from the US Battery Manufacturing Company is the 8DHCXC (8D – Case Type, HC – High Current, XC – Extreme Capacity), providing a cost effective flooded type replacement option for large 8D deep cycle requirements in Marine, Solar and RV applications, but with the assurance of quality that comes from the USA’s leader in flooded battery technology.

US Battery’s Diamond Plate technology allows the 8DHCXC to provide higher peak capacity, improved energy density, enhanced rechargability and improved cycle life over other deep cycle flooded type equivalents.

New Products - Lifeline GPL-30HT, GPL-L16T & GPL-L16-2V

2010-03-22T21:00:00.000-07:00

The Lifeline range has been expanded with 3 new additions to the line-up. As is consistent with the broader range of high quality AGM technology Lifeline batteries, the GPL-30HT, GPL-L16T & GPL-L16 2V are purpose built for unparalleled performance in deep cycle applications in the Leisure, Marine, Solar and RV markets.

The GPL-30HT is capable of delivering 700cca for starting applications and 150-minutes (@C20) of reserve power for auxiliary loads. It features an 89 type case and marine terminals.

The GPL-L16T and GPL-L16 2V share an L16 case type with Offset threaded insert terminal configuration and provide 400Ah at 6V and 1200Ah at 2V respectively.

Introducing the new Poweroad Brand of Powersports Batteries

2010-03-15T09:00:00.000-07:00

Federal are proud to introduce the Poweroad brand to Australia in 2010.

The Poweroad range of Dry Charged flooded and AGM maintenance free batteries add approximately 30 new case sizes and fitment options to the already well support Powersports market segment and combines with the existing offerings from the Varta, Odyssey and Deka Powersports to ensure that Federal have a suitable replacement solution for just about any Motorcycle, Jet SKi, ATV or other small engine recreational vehicle, regardless of case size or budget requirements.

Click here to check out the entire range of Poweroad batteries.

New Product - TJS-M8 Compact Starter Pack

2010-01-17T07:47:00.000-08:00

Federal are proud to announce the release of the TJS-M8 ultra compact vehicle jump starter pack, designed specifically for small to medium domestic passenger vehicles.

Weighting in at only 3.9kgs and with a form factor about half the size of a 3L milk bottle, the TJS-M8 is simply the smallest and most convenient vehicle jump starter available. Belying it's tiny size is a unique battery which provides 4-5 times more power than regular VLRA batteries used in other larger jump starter packs.

It's minimal form factor and weight make it the ideal companion for the boat, caravan or car to provide convenience and piece of mind without the headache normally associated with lugging a conventional starter pack with you.

A USB power supply is provided for charging MP3 players, phones, ipods and other electronic accessories on the go as well as a powerful MLA (Multi-LED Array) spotlight capable of running continuously for up to 60-hours on a single charge. The TJS-M8 is supplied with a shoulder strap and both 12VDC and 240VAC chargers.

New Products - DIN Fit Amaron Calcium Silver Starting Series

2009-09-04T09:31:00.000-07:00

Federal Batteries have recently added three new DIN fit batteries to the Amaron Calcium Silver Starting range. These DIN fit options are becoming more and more prevelant in the Australian market in all passenger vehicle segments.

DIN74 574106069 is a tall DIN65L case size with 690CCAs of staring current and 74Ah/131mins RC capacity. Terminals are Right Hand Positive SAE type and dimensions are 278mm(l) x 175mm(w) x 190(h) This ideally fits new Holden Commodore and Captiva without having to use a spacer.

DIN80 580122073 is a DIN77 case size with 730CCAs of starting current and 80Ah/143min RC capacity. Terminals are Right Hand Postive SAE type and dimensions are 315mm(l) x 175mm(w) x 175mm(h). This suits many of the larger euro cars, including the Audi Allroad, etc.

DIN85 585111077 is a DIN85L with 770CCAs of starting current and 85Ah/147 mins RC capacity. Terminals are Right Hand Postive SAE 353mm(l) x 175mm(w) x 175mm(h). This fits larger Mercs, BMW and many other Europeans applications.

Vehicle Battery Replacement Guide

2009-04-01T13:35:00.000-07:00

Federal Batteries are proud to announce the implementation of a comprehensive vehicle battery fitment guide, providing replacement battery information for over 1000 domestic and imported passenger vehicles.

The guide is designed to provide fast and easy reference to the most appropriate replacement battery for your car, van, 4WD or light truck. Next time you are searching for a replacement battery for your vehicle head to our Vehicle Fitment Guide for headache free battery identification.

Deka Powersports - Weighs next to nothing, Starts just about anything

2009-03-12T08:48:00.001-07:00

When Peter Hennessey of Road & Race Performance in Sydney approached us looking for the ideal starting battery to suit his freshly completed and fully race prepared BMW racecar we were more than happy to assist.

The car has been stripped and meticulourly built from the ground up to be as strong, tough and most importantly light as possible with carbon fibre used extensively throughout the cabin and engine bay to keep weight to a minimum. The car also runs an angry high compression M-Division engine capable of putting down more than 300hp at the treads, and needless to say requires a fair bit to kick into life.

With size, weight, safety and cabin mounting paramount considerations, we suggested Peter try (and were keen to see whether) a tiny Powersports starting battery would be up to the task. While designed for use in the motorcycle market, these batteries never fail to amaze and have proved themselves in a league of their own when it comes to starting high compression big-cube V-twins.

Now wrapped and running a tiny 7kg ETX16 in his BMW, Peter reports that the tiny Powersports starts the big donk first time, every time and provides him an advantage on the track. Peter reports "I am now carting around much less dead weight in the car and the smaller battery also recovers faster and presents a lighter load on the alternator during the race. In this competitive category every little bit helps!" Peter is already getting attention in the pits from other competitors who notice his lightweight advantage with a keen eyed, adding "I don't know how much longer it will be my advantage, but that's life".

Deka Intimidator - The perfect deep cycle power solution

2009-03-12T07:46:00.000-07:00

Rod Muller of Strath Steam in South Australia sent us a few shots of his electric powered boat on it's maiden voyage last week. Having years of experience building and working with electric vehicles, it wasn't going to be long before he decided to adapt electric propulsion to his other favourite hobby.

The boat used an inboard brushless DC motor, electronic speed, controller and 6 100Ah Deka Intimidator AGMs. Initial speed runs have been severely limited by an undersized (and soon to be replaced) controller, however the streamlined craft has already proved it's worth recording a heathy 20-odd knots on the GPS.

Rod reports that inital outing was a complete success and that the run did "stuff all" to the Initimidators' state of charge, suggesting that range will be more than suffient for a full day on the river.

Not bad for a craft that Rod knocked together in the garage in his spare time.

New Product - Optima Blue Top D27M

2009-01-28T21:07:00.000-08:00

The latest addition to the venerable Optima range of Spiral Cell AGM batteries from Johnson Controls has finally hit our shores.

The new D27M is suitable primarily for larger marine and leisure applications, however are ideal for use in any application where a top performing maintenance free deep cycle power source is required.

The introduction of the D27M brings the bankable reliability and extreme resistance to harsh conditions Optima is renowned for to one of the marine and leisure market’s most popular case sizes.

For more information on the D27M, please feel free to contact us or head to the resources area where a full pdf brochure can be found.

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2008-12-17T22:20:00.001-08:00

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