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| SERVICE | DELIVERY PRICE | DELIVERY TIME |
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| Standard Delivery | £19.95 | 7 to 10 working days |
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| Standard Delivery | £19.95 | 7 to 10 working days |
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| Standard Delivery | £7.99 | 3 to 5 working days |
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| Standard Delivery | £7.99 | 5 to 7 working days |
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Product Number: EC542
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Older vehicles and classic cars place straightforward demands on their batteries – reliable cold-weather starting and stable power delivery without the complexity of regenerative charging systems. The Exide EC542 Classic Car Battery is engineered precisely for this application, delivering 12V power with a 54Ah capacity and 500A Cold Cranking Amps (EN) to meet the dependable starting requirements of conventional petrol and diesel vehicles.
Manufactured by Exide Technologies, one of the world's most established battery producers, the EC542 is built using 3DX grid technology, which optimises current distribution through the electrode plates to improve charge acceptance and extend service life. The updated top label carries a prominent CAUTION notice, clearly identifying this as a conventional flooded battery and preventing inadvertent fitment into start-stop vehicles where such chemistry is unsuitable.
The EC542 occupies Case LB2, with external dimensions of 242mm × 175mm – 175mm (L × W × H) and a weight of 13kg. Polarity is standard (0), the hold-down type is B13, and the battery carries the 065 cross-reference code, making it a direct replacement in applications specifying that group reference. It is not suitable for start-stop, EFB, or AGM applications.
This battery is part of the wider Exide Classic range, which also includes the EC440, EC550, and EC652 for alternative capacity requirements across different vehicle fitments.
The EC542 is covered by a 3-year manufacturer warranty, providing assurance of product quality and dependable performance throughout its working life.
Standard delivery: 1–3 working days within UK mainland. 30-day returns.
Updated top label – ‘CAUTION’ label to avoid conventional batteries being installed in Start-Stop vehicles
Economy solution Ideal for cars with basic power needs 3DX grid technology
Key Feature:Suited for passenger cars, balancing reliable cold-cranking performance with long service life for daily use.
Uses:PartsForMachines is a premier e-commerce platform, founded in 2019 in Warwickshire, UK, specialising in aftermarket parts and services for construction, agriculture, and industrial machinery. We offer an extensive catalogue of over 500,000 products. Standard delivery: 1–3 working days within UK mainland. We are proud to be an authorised distributor, giving customers extra confidence when purchasing genuine products from us. In addition, we provide a 30-day return policy for eligible items.
Fitment Warning:You must check your current battery against the specifications of this battery before ordering to ensure that this is the correct battery for your vehicle. Check battery technology, dimensions, terminal type, polarity, capacity (AH) and cranking performance (CCA). We cannot guarantee correct fitment under any circumstances.
| Brand | Exide Technologies |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12V |
| Capacity AH (C20) | 54Ah |
| Cold Cranking Amps (EN) | 500A |
| L × W × H | 242mm × 175mm × 175mm |
| Warranty period | 3 Years |
| Weight (Kg) | 13 |
| Capacity AH (C5) | |
| Capacity AH (C10) | |
| Capacity AH (C100) | |
| Marine Cranking Amps (MCA) | |
| Watt-Hours (WH) | |
| Length (mm) | 242 |
| Width (mm) | 175 |
| Height Inc. Terminal (mm) | 175 |
| Terminal Placement | 0 |
| Terminal Type | |
| Hold Down | B13 |
| Case Size | LB2 |
| ETN Number | |
| TTNR |
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| Technical Specification | |||||
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| PRODUCT NUMBER | YBX1012 | YBX1049 | LC075 | LP005 | LP009 |
| Voltage | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Capacity (AH) | 45 | 45 | 60 | 60 | 50 |
| Hold Down | B3 | B1 | |||
| Cold Cranking Amps (EN1) | 380 | 350 | 530 | 510 | 500 |
| Terminal Type | T1 | T1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Cell Layout | 0 | 1 | |||
| Length | 207 | 220 | 243 | 230 | 226 |
| Width | 175 | 135 | 175 | 170 | 170 |
| Height | 190 | 225 | 175 | 225 | 200 |
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A. The EC542 is designed for conventional petrol and diesel vehicles that do not feature start-stop, EFB, or AGM battery systems. It is particularly well suited to older and classic cars with straightforward electrical demands.
A. No. The EC542 is a conventional flooded lead-acid battery and is not suitable for start-stop vehicles. Exide has added a CAUTION label to the top of the battery specifically to prevent incorrect fitment in start-stop applications.
A. The EC542 delivers 500A Cold Cranking Amps measured to the EN standard, providing reliable engine starting performance in cold weather conditions.
A. The EC542 measures 242mm in length, 175mm in width, and 175mm in height including the terminals. It sits in a Case LB2 form factor with a B13 hold-down type.
A. The EC542 carries the 065 cross-reference code. If your vehicle currently uses a 065 group battery, the EC542 is a direct replacement, subject to confirming terminal layout and hold-down compatibility.
A. The EC542 has standard polarity (polarity code 0), meaning the positive terminal is positioned on the left when viewed from the front of the battery. Always verify polarity against your vehicle's battery tray and lead configuration before fitting.
A. The EC542 is built with Exide's 3DX grid technology, which improves current distribution across the electrode plates, enhancing charge acceptance and contributing to a longer service life compared to conventional flat-grid designs.
A. The Exide EC542 is covered by a 3-year manufacturer warranty, providing assurance against defects in materials and workmanship for reliable use throughout its intended service life.
A. Yes. The Exide Classic range includes the EC440 and EC550 among other variants, offering alternative amp-hour capacities for different vehicle fitments. Contact PartsForMachines if you need assistance selecting the correct specification.
A. The EC542 is shipped via standard parcel delivery. Standard delivery takes 1–3 working days within UK mainland. A 30-day returns policy applies.
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