Lightwave 12V/9AH UPS Battery (LW-9AH)
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Model: LW-9AH
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Voltage: 12V DC
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Capacity: 9 Ampere-hours (Ah) (at 20-hour rate)
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Battery Type: Sealed Lead-Acid (SLA) / VRLA AGM Technology
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Run Time: Typically 15–25 minutes for a standard desktop setup (load dependent)
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Dimensions: Approx. 151mm × 65mm × 94mm (Standard size, fits 7AH slots)
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Weight: Approx. 2.35kg – 2.7kg (Heavier than 7.5AH due to thicker lead plates)
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Terminal Type: F2 Faston Tab (6.35mm wide) — ensures better current flow for higher loads
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Life Expectancy: 3–5 years (standby/float use)
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Warranty: 1 Year
Lightwave 12V/9AH UPS Battery (LW-9AH)
The Lightwave LW-9AH is a high-performance, Sealed Maintenance-Free (SMF) battery engineered for demanding backup applications. As an upgrade over the standard 7.5Ah units, it provides a larger energy reservoir to keep your electronics running longer during power outages. The Lightwave 12V 9AH UPS Battery (LW-9AH) Price in Kenya is KSh 1,944.
Who Should Buy This Battery? This is the ideal choice for users with high-power UPS units (850VA to 1500VA) or those who simply need more time to save work. If you are replacing a battery in a system that originally used a 7Ah or 7.5Ah model, the LW-9AH fits the same physical slot while offering 20-25% more backup runtime, making it a smart "pro" upgrade.
Lightwave LW-9AH Battery Price Table
| Product | Model Number | Voltage | Capacity | Price (KSh) |
| Lightwave Battery | LW-9AH | 12V DC | 9 Ampere-hours | KSh 1,944 |
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Model | LW-9AH |
| Technology | VRLA AGM (Sealed Lead Acid) |
| Nominal Voltage | 12V |
| Nominal Capacity | 9Ah (at 20-hour rate) |
| Internal Resistance | Approx. 20mΩ (Fully charged) |
| Terminal Type | Faston Tab No. 187E (F2 / 6.35mm) |
| Dimensions | 151mm (L) × 65mm (W) × 94mm (H) |
| Weight | Approx. 2.35 kg |
| Operating Temp | -15°C to 50°C |
| Self-Discharge | Low (~2.5% per month at 25°C) |
Key Features & Performance Benefits
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Extended Runtime: With a 9Ah rating, this battery typically provides 15-25 minutes of backup for a standard desktop PC setup, compared to just 10-12 minutes from a 7Ah battery.
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Sealed & Non-Spillable: The VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) design ensures the battery is leak-proof and can be mounted in any orientation (except upside down), making it safe for indoor office environments.
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Deep Discharge Recovery: Built with heavy-duty lead-calcium alloy grids, the LW-9AH is designed to recover better from deep discharges, extending the overall service life of the battery to 3-5 years.
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High Discharge Rate: Optimized for the "short-burst" high-current demands of UPS systems, ensuring stable voltage even when your PC is under a heavy gaming or rendering load.
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Universal Replacement: Its physical dimensions are identical to standard 7Ah/7.2Ah/7.5Ah batteries, allowing for a seamless "drop-in" upgrade for almost any 12V UPS brand available in Kenya.
Pros and Cons
| Pros | Cons |
| Higher capacity in a standard size | Slightly heavier (2.35kg) than 7Ah models |
| Maintenance-free (no water refilling) | Requires a healthy UPS charger for longevity |
| Excellent 1-year warranty coverage | |
| Best value-per-Ah in the Lightwave range |
Conclusion
The Lightwave 12V 9AH UPS Battery (LW-9AH) is the premium standard for UPS replacements. For KSh 1,944, it offers a significant boost in reliability and runtime over entry-level batteries, ensuring your critical data and hardware remain protected through extended blackouts
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| Shop Location | Kenya |
