TAB 5GVRLA5 AGM 12V 5Ah Battery – Alarms, Scales and Electric Toy Cars
Ultra-compact AGM 12V 5Ah battery from the TAB 5GVRLA range, made with high-purity raw materials. Its very small footprint (90.5 x 70 x 100.5 mm, only 1.62 kg) makes it ideal for alarm control panels, electronic scales, kids' electric ride-on cars and small portable equipment. Low self-discharge (≤3%/month) and a 5-year design life.
TAB 5GVRLA5: the smallest AGM battery in the range
The 5GVRLA5 (12V 5Ah) is the lowest-capacity model in the TAB 5GVRLA family, built with AGM technology and high-purity raw materials. With a pocket-sized footprint — just 90.5 x 70 x 100.5 mm and 1.62 kg — it's the go-to option whenever size is the deciding factor: small electronics, portable devices, and applications where a higher-capacity battery simply won't fit.
A precision AGM battery for small equipment
Like the rest of TAB's AGM family, the electrolyte is absorbed into a microporous fiberglass mat, giving it an immediate response to current demands (up to 70 A over 5 seconds) with no maintenance required. It's a sealed battery and meets the EN50272-2 installation standard, ensuring safety in sensitive electronic equipment.
Key strengths
- "Standard Commercial" classification under EUROBAT.
- Low self-discharge (≤3% per month), suitable for devices left unused for long periods.
- High gas recombination efficiency and maximum charge efficiency.
- Ultra-compact design (1.62 kg), built for equipment with minimal available space.
- Sealed, maintenance-free, leak-free.
An important note on design life
Like the other small-capacity references in the range (5-42Ah), this battery has a 5-year design life at 25°C, matching its "Standard Commercial" EUROBAT classification — versus the 10-year rating of the higher-capacity models (100Ah and up).
Applications
Alarm and security systems
Its minimal size makes it ideal as a backup battery for home alarm panels and small access control panels.
Scales and measurement equipment
Electronic scales, industrial weighing systems and other measurement equipment that need a stable, low-consumption power source.
Toys and kids' electric vehicles
12V electric ride-on toy cars and motorcycles, as well as other small recreational vehicles that need a rugged, compact battery.
Very small-format UPS/EPS
Entry-level uninterruptible power supply units and emergency power equipment where available space is minimal.
Technical data
| Model | 5GVRLA5 (12V 5Ah) |
| Technology | AGM |
| Capacity 20hr (1.75V/cell) | 5 Ah |
| Capacity 10hr (1.75V/cell) | 4.3 Ah |
| Capacity 5hr (1.75V/cell) | 3.75 Ah |
| Capacity 1hr (1.70V/cell) | 2.42 Ah |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 90.5 x 70 x 100.5 mm |
| Total height (with terminals) | 107 mm |
| Approx. weight | 1.62 kg* |
| Internal resistance | 22 mΩ |
| Max. discharge current (5 sec.) | 70 A |
| Short circuit current | 190 A |
| Self-discharge | ≤3% per month (25°C) |
| Cycle charge voltage | 14.7 V (-24mV/°C), max charge current 1 A |
| Float charge voltage | 13.62 V (-18mV/°C) |
| Design life | 5 years @ 25°C |
| Standards | IEC 60896-21/22:2004, JIS C8702-1/2:2009, EUROBAT guide, installation compliant with EN50272-2 |
*The manufacturer's datasheet lists the weight as 162 kg, which is a typo; the estimated real value is shown based on the battery's dimensions.
Frequently asked questions
How long does this battery last?
Its design life is 5 years at 25°C, matching its "Standard Commercial" EUROBAT classification.
Is it suitable for a kids' electric ride-on car?
Yes, it's a common size for 12V electric toy vehicles, though it's worth checking connector compatibility and capacity against the specific vehicle model.
Does it require maintenance?
No. It's a sealed AGM battery, with no water top-ups or level checks required.
Does it meet any specific installation standard?
Yes, its installation complies with the EN50272-2 standard, and it's also certified under IEC 60896-21/22 and JIS C8702-1/2.