48 Volt Forklift Batteries and Ancillary Items

Item 1 - 48 Volt Forklift Batteries, model 24-85-15 Salient Characteristics: 1. General

Requirements - Battery must be fully compatible with Hyster E40XN electric forklift specifications.; Meet battery model 24-85-15 specifications; Battery must be manufactured in the United States.; Battery must meet or exceed OEM performance standards for voltage, capacity, and physical dimensions.; Battery must be suitable for Class I electric forklift applications.; 2. Electrical Performance Specifications -System Voltage: 48V, Mandatory for OEM controller compatibility.; Cell Count: 24 LEAD-Acid Cells (Exact), Standard 2V per cell configuration.; Plate Configuration: 15 plates per cell (Equivalent), Ensures proper energy density and heat dissipation.; Rated Capacity (6-hour): 590 Ah Minimum - 610 Ah Maximum, Mates the standard 85 Ah per positive plate requirement. Must support full shift operation under normal warehouse conditions.; Cycle life Yield: 1,500 cycles at 80% DoD Minimum, Baseline durability for DoW operational tempo.; Charging Compatibility: Must be compatible with standard 48V industrial chargers; vendor must specify charger

requirements if unique.; 3. Dimensional Tolerances and Form Factor - Tray Length: 34.50 in. ? 35.50 in.; Tray Width: 26.50 in. ? 27.25 in.; Tray Height (No Cover): 22.00 in. ? 22.75 in.; Total Height Clearance: Must not exceed 23.50in. Maximum, Accounts for optional battery rollers in the E40XN.; 4. Weight and Counterweight

Requirements - Weight: 1,850 lbs. (839 kg) Minimum ? 2,500 lbs. (1,134kg) Maximum.; Target Service Weight: 2,300 lbs. ? 2,400 lbs., Optimal range for standard 24-85-15 lead-acid configurations.; 5. Hardware and Accessory Standardization - Connector Type: SB350 Blue, OEM specification mandates an SB350 Blue connector. Vendor must verify exact match prior to delivery.; Cable Length: 25.0 in. Minimum ? 30.0 in. Maximum.; Cable Routing: Position B or Position X layout.; Watering System: Factory-installed single-point watering system, Mandatory.; Lifting Provisions: Welded steel lifting ears/eyes compatible with standard overhead hoists.; 6. Construction and Design

Requirements - Tray Construction: Heavy-duty steel tray, Minimum 10-gauge to 0.25-in. steel plate.; Tray Coating: Acid-resistant, electrostatically applied epoxy or powder-coat finish (Minimum 3 mil thickness) to prevent corrosion.; Cell Connectors: Flexible, fully insulated heavy-duty copper intercell connectors (Lead-burned or bolted). Must be protected against accidental short circuits.; Cabling: 4/0 AWG or 2/0 AWG highly flexible welding-grade copper cable, covered with acid and oil-resistant insulation. Must meet OSHA and ANSI safety

requirements.; Cell Jars: High-impact, heat-resistant polypropylene or equivalent polymer construction to prevent cracking.; Electrolyte: Flooded lead acid or maintenance reduced design (if applicable); Vent Caps: Standard or Flip-top; Condition: New; 7. Mandatory Compliance - OSHA 1910.178(g) Compliance: The battery design must facilitate safe changing and charging as per Powered Industrial Truck standards, including secure covers and venting to disperse off gassing (hydrogen) safely.; ANSI/ITSDF B56.1 Compatibility: The batteries weight and center of gravity must not alter the Hyster E40XNs compliance with the Safety Standard for Low Lift and High Lift Trucks.; Lifting Provision: Must feature structurally integrated, fully welded steel lifting ears (lifting eyes) that accommodate standard non-conductive spreader bars and overhead hoists.; UL 583 Standard: The battery assembly must meet or exceed Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Standard 583 for Electric-Battery-Powered Industrial Trucks.; 8. Mandatory Warranty and Certification - U.S. Manufacturing Origin Required: The vendor must provide a formal Certificate of Origin verifying that the battery is manufactured/assembled in the United States, in compliance with the Buy American Act (BAA) / Trade Agreements Act (TAA).; Minimum 5-Year Prorated Warranty: The manufacturer must provide a minimum 60-month (5-year) prorated warranty from the date of final acceptance.; Defects and Workmanship: The warranty must explicitly cover all defects in materials and workmanship. The vendor must replace or repair failing cells/components at no additional cost during the initial full-coverage period, and on a prorated basis thereafter. Item 2 - 48 Volt Forklift Batteries, model 24-85-17 Salient Characteristics: 1. General Must