{"product_id":"rich-solar-alpha-2-lite-12v-200ah-lifepo4-battery","title":"Rich Solar ALPHA 2 LITE 12V 200Ah LiFePO4 Battery","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRich Solar ALPHA 2 LITE 12V 200Ah LiFePO4 Battery – Deep Cycle Energy Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rich Solar ALPHA 2 LITE 12V 200Ah LiFePO4 Battery is a lithium iron phosphate deep cycle battery for compatible RV, trailer, van, boat, camping, and off-grid electrical systems. Identified by SKU RS-B12200, it provides 2,560Wh nominal energy at 12.8V with a 200Ah nominal capacity. Rich Solar documentation for the RS-B12200 ALPHA 2 LITE does not list internal heating or Bluetooth communication; the separate RS-B122S ALPHA 2 product page lists Bluetooth and internal heat technology. This LITE model supports 200A maximum charging current and 200A continuous and maximum discharge current when used within documented operating limits. Rich Solar lists a UL94 V-0 rated plastic shell and an IP55 waterproof and dustproof rating for this exact model; installation must still follow the manual’s water-exposure and placement precautions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2,560Wh LiFePO4 Storage for Mobile and Off-Grid Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ALPHA 2 LITE provides 200Ah of nominal lithium battery capacity with 2,560Wh of nominal energy for properly designed 12V power systems. The official manual identifies use as electrical power storage for motorhomes, recreational vehicles, and camping applications, while Rich Solar’s product page also markets the battery for trailers, vans, boats, and off-grid systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e200A Current Ratings for Higher-Capacity System Planning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis battery is listed with 100A standard charging and discharge current ratings, plus 200A maximum charging, continuous discharge, and maximum discharge ratings. Final system planning should confirm charger output, inverter demand, cable sizing, overcurrent protection, and connected load requirements before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Battery Management Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe built-in battery management system supports overcharge, over-discharge, over-current, short-circuit, charge-temperature, discharge-temperature, and balancing protection functions. The specification sheet also lists charging low-temperature protection, making operating-temperature limits important when planning seasonal or exposed installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLITE Configuration for Straightforward Battery Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RS-B12200 is the ALPHA 2 LITE configuration and should not be confused with other ALPHA 2 variants. Rich Solar documentation for this exact LITE model does not list internal heating or Bluetooth communication. The official manual directs users to install the battery with terminals facing upward, requires electrical power supply connection by a qualified electrician, and permits no more than four matching batteries in parallel when installed according to its requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Responsive Image\/Text Blocks --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; justify-content: center; padding: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"responsive-half\" style=\"flex: 1 1 300px; max-width: 50%; padding: 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"1000\" width=\"1000\" alt=\"Rich Solar ALPHA 2 LITE battery low-temperature and overheat protection lifestyle graphic\" class=\"responsive-image\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5781\/2888\/files\/02_a4953e96-5579-49b2-b6ea-d6ac7bc11c79.webp?v=1779760395\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"responsive-half\" style=\"flex: 1 1 300px; max-width: 50%; padding: 1rem; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a 20.9\" × 8.1\" × 8.5\" footprint and approximately 52.9 lb weight, this battery provides substantial lithium storage capacity in a compact rectangular enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Image Block 2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; justify-content: center; padding: 0;\" class=\"image-block-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"responsive-half\" style=\"flex: 1 1 300px; max-width: 50%; padding: 1rem; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor battery-bank installations, follow the manual’s terminals-up orientation and parallel-connection requirements, including matching batteries, suitable cabling, and proper system protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"responsive-half\" style=\"flex: 1 1 300px; max-width: 50%; padding: 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"1000\" width=\"1000\" alt=\"Rich Solar ALPHA 2 LITE battery management system protection feature graphic\" class=\"responsive-image\" style=\"width: 100%; height: auto;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5781\/2888\/files\/03_2a9ebff5-3752-485c-b8f0-c306ea9150f2.webp?v=1779760395\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Mobile Stack Fix --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n@media(max-width:768px) {\n  .responsive-half { max-width: 100% !important; flex: 1 1 100% !important; }\n  .responsive-image { width: 100% !important; height: auto !important; }\n  .image-block-2 { flex-direction: column-reverse !important; }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRich Solar ALPHA 2 LITE Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12.8V 200Ah LiFePO4 battery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides 2,560Wh of nominal energy storage for compatible 12V mobile and off-grid power systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-current system support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Listed 200A maximum charging and discharge ratings provide clear limits for compatible charger, inverter, cable, and load planning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated battery management system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports key battery protection functions for charging, discharging, current, temperature, short-circuit, and cell-balancing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-temperature charging protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps prevent charging outside documented cold-temperature limits for more controlled seasonal operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact high-capacity enclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures 20.9\" × 8.1\" × 8.5\" and weighs approximately 52.9 lb for system-layout planning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtective plastic shell:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich Solar lists IP55 waterproof and dustproof protection with a UL94 V-0 flame-retardant plastic shell rating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParallel configuration support:\u003c\/strong\u003e The manual permits up to four matching batteries in parallel when installed according to its requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #EFE9DC; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 24px; text-align: center; margin: 2rem 0; color: #1f1f1f;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed help choosing the right lithium battery for your power system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px 0;\"\u003eContact TrueStead Supply for battery selection guidance, system-fit support, and quote assistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 14px 0;\"\u003e✔ Off-grid power guidance    ✔ RV and mobile system support    ✔ Product comparison assistance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 0.75rem 1.5rem; background-color: #2f4f2f; color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; border-radius: 6px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.truesteadsupply.com\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eContact Us for a Quote\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRich Solar ALPHA 2 LITE Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 2rem; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4; width: 38%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003eRich Solar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003eALPHA LITE Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003eALPHA 2 LITE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU \/ Model Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003eRS-B12200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003eLithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) deep cycle battery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e12.8V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e200Ah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Energy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e2,560Wh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharging Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e14.4V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDischarge Cutoff Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e11.2V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Charging Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e100A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Charging Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e200A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Discharge Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e100A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Discharge Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e200A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Discharge Current\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e200A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Management System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003eIntegrated BMS with overcharge, over-discharge, over-current, short-circuit, temperature, and balancing protection functions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharging Temperature Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e32°F to 131°F; charging current limits vary by temperature according to Rich Solar documentation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDischarge Temperature Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e-4°F to 140°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngress Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003eIP55 waterproof and dustproof rating listed by Rich Solar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShell Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003ePlastic shell; UL94 V-0 flame-retardant rating listed by Rich Solar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCycle Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e≥4,000 cycles at 25°C ±2°C, as listed in the official specification sheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e20.9\" × 8.1\" × 8.5\" without handle and terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003eApproximately 52.9 lb \/ 24.0 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParallel Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003eMaximum of four batteries in parallel; do not mix battery brands, models, or specifications, and use equal-length matching parallel cables according to the manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Components\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003eBattery; SUS304 M8 screw hardware; ALPHA 2 LITE manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Orientation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003eInstall with positive and negative terminals facing upward; do not wall-mount without the required mounting bracket, according to the manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharging Limitations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003eCharging voltage must remain below 14.4V; charging current must remain within manufacturer limits; charge only within specified temperature conditions; reverse charging is prohibited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #D6D0C4;\"\u003e5-year prorated limited warranty for ALPHA LITE Series; year 1 provides full replacement coverage, with prorated replacement coverage in years 2–5, subject to Rich Solar warranty terms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRich Solar ALPHA 2 LITE Info\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5781\/2888\/files\/ALPHA_2_LITE-Specification-20240812v3.pdf?v=1779759737\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRich Solar ALPHA 2 LITE Specification Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5781\/2888\/files\/ALPHA_2_LITE_Manual_240914.pdf?v=1779759742\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eRich Solar ALPHA 2 LITE User Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rich Solar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49157590384792,"sku":"RS-B12200","price":639.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5781\/2888\/files\/ALPHA_2_LITE_12V_200Ah_LiFePO4_Lithium_Iron_Phophate_Battery_240808_3.webp?v=1779760394","url":"https:\/\/www.truesteadsupply.com\/products\/rich-solar-alpha-2-lite-12v-200ah-lifepo4-battery","provider":"TrueStead Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}