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Red has been chosen by Electric Power Storage Ltd for its latest ranges of batteries in polypropylene containers. These are named Exide Firebrand and Dagenite Demon and they offer a lighter, smaller battery with claimed increases of 43 per cent in power over previous types. Not only are the containers new, there are also changes in the internal construction. The plates are made of new high-performance Silvan, the intercell connections pass between the cell partitions to give the shortest current path and the cover is heat-welded to the container, which provides a seal more resistant to internal leakage. All this means minimal current loss.
The new batteries are 7 per cent lighter than their counterparts in hard rubber containers and embody one-shot topping-up for easier maintenance. They both carry a three-year warranty when fitted to cars, giving free replacement if failure occurs within 12 months plus a further two years' insured life.
The first two types available are of nine-plate 40 Ah capacity, suitable for many light vans. Eight more seven-plate and 11-plate types, will be available later. Made by: Electric Power Storage Ltd, PO Box 5, Clifton Junction, Swinton, Manchester M27 2LPI.