Description
MK Battery / Deka® 8GGC2-DEKA | 6 V 180 Ah Gel Deep-Cycle Battery
Overview
The Deka® 8GGC2-DEKA is a 6-volt, high-capacity, valve-regulated gel (VRLA) deep-cycle battery built for demanding renewable-energy, off-grid, and motive-power applications. With a rated capacity of approximately 180 Ah at the 20-hour rate, this sealed, maintenance-free gel battery offers safe, vibration-resistant performance in compact installation settings.
Proudly Made in the USA
Every MK Battery / Deka® 8GGC2-DEKA is built by East Penn Manufacturing Co. in Lyon Station, Pennsylvania—right here in the U.S.A.
These batteries are crafted under one roof with decades of American engineering expertise, using U.S. and globally sourced materials for unmatched reliability and quality.
When you choose Deka®, you’re supporting American manufacturing and dependable power you can trust.
Key Features
- Valve-regulated gel construction — maintenance-free and non-spillable
- Approximately 180 Ah at C/20 and up to 198 Ah at C/100 in standard test conditions
- Sealed gel electrolyte — safe for indoor or mobile installations and stacking
- Robust polypropylene container and cover; pure lead-calcium alloy plates for long life
- Built in USA at East Penn’s factory in Pennsylvania
Applications
- Off-grid solar battery banks and hybrid energy systems
- Remote monitoring, SCADA, telecom, and rural power installations
- Golf-cart, mobility, and other motive-power systems where sealed deep-cycle batteries are ideal
- Small wind, pump-storage setups, and any system needing safe, compact 6 V deep-cycle modules
Technical Specifications
| Model | 8GGC2-DEKA |
|---|---|
| Nominal Voltage | 6 V |
| Capacity @ C/20 | 180 Ah |
| Capacity @ C/100 | 198 Ah |
| Weight | ≈ 68 lb (31 kg) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 10.25″ × 7.09″ × 10.99″ (260 × 180 × 279 mm) |
| Plate Alloy | Pure lead-calcium alloy |
| Container / Cover | Polypropylene (sealed gel monobloc) |
| Operating Temperature Range | −76 °F (−60 °C) to +140 °F (60 °C) |
| Charge Voltages @ 68 °F (20 °C) | Absorption: 2.35-2.40 VPC · Float: 2.24-2.26 VPC (thixotropic gel) |
| Country of Manufacture | USA (East Penn Manufacturing Co.) |
Specifications sourced from MK Battery / Deka® 8GGC2-DEKA data sheet.
Design & Performance
The 8GGC2-DEKA gel deep-cycle battery features thixotropic gel electrolyte to immobilize acid, eliminate stratification, and deliver consistent performance under deep-discharge duty. Its sealed monobloc format makes it ideal for vertical or stacked installation, high-vibration environments, and systems where maintenance must be minimal.
