BRP-Rotax now offers EarthX Aircraft battery under its own brand name



Gunskirchen, Austria, July 22nd, 2024 – The trusted Lithium Iron Phosphate battery from EarthX is now being marketed under the Rotax brand. Tested by BRP-Rotax for compatibility and reliability with Rotax Aircraft engines, it's a modern, safe alternative that brings many benefits to pilots.
Advantages over traditional batteries
The Lithium Iron Phosphate technology isn't just safer; it also offers several advantages:

Weighing only 1.8 - 2.2kg, it's just one-third the weight of the typical lead-acid batteries.
Thanks to higher cranking amps, it boasts significantly better cold-start performance.
Much longer life span, up to 2-3 times longer.
Discharge rate is 1-2% per month compared to a typical lead acid battery which can be as much as 30% per month, so the battery stays charged much longer of non use.

The batteries include the latest Battery Management System (BMS):


Includes over-discharge protection for longer battery life.
Redundant charge and discharge protection circuits
Local LED battery fault light indicator
Remote battery monitoring connection (for EFIS or LED light on the panel)
 

Available through the Rotax Authorized Distribution Network
Customers can choose from two sizes:

680C (12.4AH), 1.8kg
900 (16AH), 2.2kg

After rigorous testing across all Rotax 4-stroke carbureted and fuel-injected engines, this battery is now part of the Rotax accessories portfolio available through their global network. Find all global contacts here: https://dealerlocator.flyrotax.com/
Technical details can be found on the Rotax website: flyrotax.com (SI-PAC-027)