Kidde Edwards 12V6A5 12V 6.5amp Fire Alarm Battery

Product Description

The KIDDE EDWARDS 12V6A5 is a sealed lead acid battery designed to provide standby and backup power for fire alarm control panels and life safety systems. Rated at 12 volts and 6.5 amp-hours, this battery delivers reliable power during utility outages or primary power failure. It is a unit-quantity component typically specified by fire alarm technicians and life safety contractors during new installations, scheduled maintenance, or system inspections. The sealed construction eliminates the need for electrolyte maintenance and allows for safe installation inside fire alarm enclosures without ventilation concerns.

This battery is suited for use in commercial and residential fire alarm systems where a 12-volt sealed lead acid standby battery is required by system design or code. It is commonly installed inside fire alarm control panel enclosures as part of the secondary power supply circuit. Applications include conventional and addressable fire alarm panels, notification appliance circuit power supplies, and ancillary life safety system components requiring 12-volt DC backup power.

Key Features

• 12-volt nominal output rated at 6.5 amp-hours for dependable standby duration
• Sealed lead acid construction requires no fluid maintenance
• Designed for internal panel mounting in fire alarm and life safety enclosures
• Single-unit packaging suitable for direct replacement or new installation
• Compatible with fire alarm systems requiring 12-volt DC secondary power

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement standby battery for fire alarm control panels and life safety systems requiring a 12-volt 6.5 amp-hour sealed lead acid battery.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed fire alarm technician in accordance with NFPA 72 and the panel manufacturer instructions. Disconnect AC primary power and verify the system is in a safe state before replacing or installing the battery. Observe correct polarity when connecting battery leads to the panel terminals. Dispose of spent lead acid batteries in compliance with local environmental regulations.