Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery units are in stock at Mascom International for KSh 2,700 each, brand new and sealed. It is a 12-volt sealed lead-acid battery rated at 12 amp-hours, which works out to about 144 watt-hours of stored energy on paper. That is 5 amp-hours more than the 7Ah size found in most small UPS units, giving equipment built for it a deeper well to draw from. The Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery needs no routine maintenance at all. See it in person at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for homeowners with solar lighting kits, shopkeepers, pharmacy owners, small farmers and electricians across Kenya, the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery covers 12V jobs that outlast a small UPS cell. A solar lighting kit in Machakos needs enough stored charge to run lamps through the evening after a cloudy day. A pharmacy in Eldoret needs its emergency light to stay on while staff serve customers in a blackout. The Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery suits UPS units, inverters and DC systems designed for this size, and keeps them working when the grid drops, whether you live in town or far from the nearest power line.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops sell batteries with faded labels and no paperwork, Mascom International hands over every Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery with a receipt and a 6-month warranty. At Mascom International, we're seeing more buyers pair 12V batteries with small solar panels to ride out KPLC power cuts at home. Send a photo of your current battery's label on WhatsApp and we will tell you whether this size suits your setup. Pay on arrival, anywhere in Kenya, once the order reaches your door.
Common Questions About the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery
How much does the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery cost in Kenya?
The Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery costs KSh 2,700 at Mascom International, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. The price includes a 6-month warranty on manufacturing defects and pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties. It sits KSh 450 above the Lightwave 12V 7Ah Battery at KSh 2,250, and KSh 2,400 below the Lightwave 12V 18Ah Battery at KSh 5,100. No charger is included, since the UPS, inverter or solar controller you connect it to does the charging.
Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery or Lightwave 12V 18Ah Battery: which suits a solar lighting kit?
The Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery suits a small solar lighting kit running a few LED lamps and phone charging each evening. The Lightwave 12V 18Ah Battery holds 6 more amp-hours, about 216 watt-hours against 144, for kits that also run a radio, a small TV or extra lamps. The 18Ah costs KSh 2,400 more. Pick the 12Ah when your panel and controller are sized for it, and step up to the 18Ah when nights are long or you add appliances.
Will the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery work with my solar charge controller?
The Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery works with 12V solar charge controllers that offer a sealed lead-acid setting, often labelled SLA, AGM or Sealed. Choose that setting rather than a flooded or lithium mode, because the charging voltages differ. The controller should also be rated for your panel's current. Connect the battery to the controller before the panel, which is the order most controller makers recommend. If you are unsure of the settings, send the controller's model and a photo to Mascom International on WhatsApp.
How does the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery cope with long KPLC blackouts and rural power gaps?
During a long KPLC blackout, the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery gives equipment built for it more reserve than a 7Ah cell can. Around Kitui or Narok, where the grid can stay off for hours, pairing it with a small solar panel lets it recharge by day without mains power. Avoid draining it completely night after night, because deep discharges shorten any lead-acid battery's life. A low-voltage cut-off on the controller or inverter protects it from that.
Can I use the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery in a UPS?
The Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery fits UPS units designed for 12V 12Ah cells as a direct swap. A small UPS built around a 7Ah battery usually has a bay too tight for it, and Mascom International does not recommend wiring a bigger battery outside the case. Check the rating on the old battery's label or in the UPS manual first. If it names 12Ah, this is your replacement; if it names 7Ah, buy the Lightwave 12V 7Ah Battery instead.
How long will the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery run LED lights?
Runtime on the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery equals the energy you draw divided by the power of your lights. Lead-acid batteries last longer when you use only about half their charge, so plan on roughly 72 watt-hours a night. Three 5-watt LED bulbs draw 15 watts together, giving close to five hours on that budget. Brighter bulbs or extra devices shorten the time, so use the wattage printed on your own bulbs to work out your figure.
Is the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery a good match for a small inverter?
The Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery can run a small 12V inverter for light loads such as a Wi-Fi router, phone chargers or a laptop. With about 144 watt-hours on paper, it is not meant for kettles, irons, fridges or microwaves, which would drain or overload it within minutes. Keep inverter cables short and thick to cut losses. For a laptop and router in a Kilimani home office, it buys useful working time while the power is out.
Who should buy the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery, and who should look elsewhere?
Buy the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery if you run a small solar lighting kit, an emergency lamp, a 12V inverter for light loads, or a UPS designed for 12Ah cells. Farmers, shopkeepers and home-office workers in areas with weak grid supply get the most from it. Look elsewhere if your UPS was built for 7Ah cells, because the Lightwave 12V 7Ah Battery fits that bay. Households wanting a TV and lights through the whole night are better served by the Lightwave 12V 18Ah Battery.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Reserve
- 12V nominal output — the standard input for 12V solar controllers, small inverters, emergency lamps and UPS units built for it.
- 12Ah capacity — 5 amp-hours more than the 7Ah size, giving connected equipment a deeper reserve between charges.
- About 144 watt-hours of energy on paper, from 12 volts multiplied by 12 amp-hours of rated capacity.
- Plan around using about half per cycle, roughly 72 watt-hours, to give the battery a longer service life.
- Charged by connected equipment — a solar controller, inverter charger or UPS refills it, so no stand-alone charger is required.
- Serves standby or regular cycling — shallow discharges wear it far more gently than draining it flat each time.
Compatibility and Uses
- Suits 12V solar lighting kits and charge controllers that offer a sealed lead-acid charging mode.
- Runs small 12V inverters for routers, phone chargers and laptops; not sized for heating appliances or fridges.
- Drops into UPS units and emergency lighting designed for a 12V 12Ah cell as a straight replacement.
- Small UPS bays built for 7Ah cells usually lack the room, so read the old battery's label before ordering.
- Terminal type varies by battery size and maker — confirm yours on WhatsApp so the clips connect without changes.
- Keep paired batteries matched — never connect it alongside a different capacity or a much older cell.
Build and Care
- Sealed case — the electrolyte stays enclosed, which suits indoor cabinets, shop counters and lighting kit boxes.
- Zero routine upkeep — no water to add and no filler caps to open across its whole life.
- Valve-regulated sealing — gas escapes only under pressure, so the case stays closed during normal charging and use.
- Shaded, airy placement adds life — a battery baking under a tin roof wears out noticeably faster.
- Fit a fuse on the positive lead in solar and inverter setups to protect the wiring from short circuits.
- Recharge promptly after deep use — a lead-acid battery left discharged slowly loses capacity it cannot regain.
Inclusions and Service
- One sealed Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery, ready to wire into your solar kit, inverter, emergency lamp or UPS.
- No charger, cables, fuse or mounting bracket included — connect it with the leads your system already has.
- 6-month Mascom International warranty covering manufacturing defects, with claims taken at our Nairobi CBD service desk.
- Fit advice on WhatsApp — send your controller, inverter or UPS model and a terminal photo before ordering.
- Other Lightwave sizes on hand, from 7Ah to 18Ah, alongside Lightwave, APC and Mercury UPS units.
Package Contents
The order holds a single sealed Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery. It ships without a charger, leads, fuse or bracket, because solar controllers, inverters and UPS units supply their own charging and your existing cables attach directly. If you are building a new solar setup, plan for a fused positive lead and suitable ring or clip connectors. Confirm the terminal type on WhatsApp before ordering. Mascom International can also supply larger Lightwave batteries and complete UPS units if your needs grow.
Warranty
Every Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery sold by Mascom International comes with a 6-month warranty covering manufacturing defects. If the battery fails to charge or hold a charge under normal use in equipment rated for it, bring it in with your receipt. All claims are handled at our service desk in Nairobi CBD.
Where to Buy the Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery in Kenya
The Lightwave 12V 12Ah Battery is available at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Visit Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and bring your old battery, controller model or UPS so we can check the rating and terminals with you on the counter. Electricians kitting out several solar installations can ask about stock for repeat orders.
To order, check stock or ask about your setup, use any of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
All 47 counties get pay-on-arrival delivery. Nairobi and its environs receive orders the same day, and Machakos, Eldoret, Kitui, Nanyuki and other major towns receive theirs within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Your battery is protected by the 6-month warranty above. We work on honest specifications, accurate pricing and dependable after-sales help, so your lights, router and laptop keep running through the next outage.
