The Simplex 2081-9272 is a 12V 7Ah sealed lead-acid (SLA) replacement battery for use in Simplex fire alarm control panels and auxiliary power supply units. This battery provides the standby power required by NFPA 72 to maintain fire alarm system operation during a primary AC power failure — ensuring the system can continue to detect, annunciate, and transmit alarms for the duration required by code (typically 24 hours standby plus 5 minutes alarm for most commercial occupancies). Sealed lead-acid batteries are the industry standard for fire alarm standby power due to their reliability, predictable discharge characteristics, and maintenance-free operation.
NFPA 72 requires that fire alarm system batteries be load-tested annually and replaced whenever capacity falls below 80% of rated capacity or at the manufacturer’s recommended replacement interval (typically every 3–5 years). The 2081-9272 is the OEM-specified replacement battery for compatible Simplex FACP models, ensuring exact fit and compliance with the panel’s listed power supply specifications. Using a properly rated OEM battery maintains the UL listing of the fire alarm control panel and avoids the liability associated with non-rated aftermarket replacements.
Key Features
- 12V 7Ah sealed lead-acid (SLA) / VRLA battery — maintenance-free, spill-proof design
- OEM-specified replacement for compatible Simplex fire alarm control panels
- Provides code-required standby power per NFPA 72 Section 10.6
- Valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) technology — no water addition required
- Designed for float (trickle charge) operation within Simplex panel power supplies
- Maintains UL listing compliance of the fire alarm control panel assembly
- Wide operating temperature range suitable for typical FACP cabinet environments
- Factory fresh — ships in ready-to-install condition
Specifications
- Voltage: 12V DC
- Capacity: 7Ah (20-hour rate)
- Type: Sealed Lead-Acid (SLA) / Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid (VRLA)
- Terminals: Faston (spade) — standard fire alarm panel connector
- Chemistry: AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat)
- Maintenance: Maintenance-free (sealed, no water addition required)
- OEM Part: Simplex 2081-9272
Compatible With / Applications
- Simplex fire alarm control panels and auxiliary power supplies requiring 12V 7Ah standby battery
- NFPA 72 standby power compliance for commercial fire alarm systems
- Annual battery replacement programs per NFPA 72 testing requirements
- Schools, offices, retail, healthcare, industrial, and institutional fire alarm systems
- Compatible Simplex panels: consult panel documentation for exact battery requirement confirmation
Maintaining fresh, properly rated standby batteries is one of the most critical — and most often overlooked — aspects of fire alarm system maintenance. A failed standby battery can leave a building without fire alarm coverage during a power outage when protection is most needed. The Simplex 2081-9272 ensures your panel has the standby capacity it was listed and designed for, supporting full NFPA 72 compliance. Life Safety Consultants stocks a complete range of fire alarm batteries and panel accessories for Simplex and other major manufacturers.
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Additional information
| Weight | 1 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.94 × 2.56 × 3.93 in |
| Part Type | Batteries, Fire Alarm |
| Manufacturers | Simplex |
| Compatible Panels | Simplex panels requiring the 2081-9272 / 112-112 battery |
| Cross Reference | FAS1075,112-112 |
| Specification | 12V 7Ah AGM sealed lead-acid, maintenance-free, rechargeable standby battery |
