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RHS Boating & Marine

Marine Battery Box with Strap - Extra Long, 480 x 220 x 260mm RWB665

$29.07 each
Brand: RHS Boating & Marine – Boat Parts, Marine Accessories & Boating Supplies

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Vented black high-density reinforced polyethylene box resistant to battery acid. Includes carry handles, two vents, four lid cable-entry recesses, webbing strap, mounting cleats and stainless fastenings.

  • Outside including lid and handles: 480 L x 220 W x 260mm H
  • Base: 410 L x 190mm W
  • Inside: 395 L x 185 W x 205mm H

A dedicated battery box helps organise the battery installation and provides a defined housing for the battery and its cable entries. This size is worth considering when matching a new enclosure to an existing battery or planning a refit of the battery compartment. The included restraint components help you plan a complete mounting arrangement around the selected location.

Check the battery against the internal measurements first, allowing for terminal height and the cable route. Then compare the outside dimensions with the compartment, including the lid and handles. Leave enough access to lift the lid, inspect the terminals and remove the battery when servicing is needed. The base size is a separate useful measurement when checking the supporting surface and positioning the mounting cleats.

Choose a firm, suitable mounting area and keep the vents unobstructed. Route the battery leads through the lid recesses without pinching the insulation or forcing tight bends. Support the cables independently so their movement does not pull at the battery terminals. Arrange the webbing strap so the enclosure is properly restrained while still allowing routine access under the relevant installation procedure.

During maintenance, inspect the strap, cleats and fastenings as well as the box itself. Check that the battery remains secure and the surrounding area is clean. Follow the battery manufacturer's handling and servicing instructions when opening the compartment or removing the battery. Before a replacement battery is purchased, recheck its dimensions against the available internal space, since batteries with similar electrical capacity can have different cases. Keeping the enclosure accessible makes regular terminal inspections and cable checks more practical throughout the boating season.