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Ergotron 98-246 Medical Cart Replacement Battery - LiFePO4 - Proprietary Size - 2000 Recharge Cycles
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This medical cart battery utilizes advanced LiFePO4 chemistry, which offers thermal stability and consistent discharge characteristics ideal for healthcare environments. The proprietary form factor ensures precise fitment within designated Ergotron cart battery compartments, eliminating compatibility concerns with third-party alternatives.
With a maximum recharge life of 2000 cycles, the battery supports years of daily use in hospital wards, clinics, and mobile nursing stations. The 6.61-pound weight contributes to manageable cart mobility while providing sufficient energy density for extended shift coverage.
This section brings together practical product details such as Application/Usage, Battery Rechargeable, Battery Size, Weight (Approximate), so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The Ergotron 98-246 battery delivers several operational benefits for healthcare facilities maintaining mobile cart fleets. Its design prioritizes reliability, safety, and environmental responsibility in clinical settings.
Healthcare-Grade Reliability
Manufactured specifically for medical cart applications, this battery undergoes testing to meet the demands of continuous clinical use. The LiFePO4 chemistry provides stable voltage output throughout discharge cycles.
- 2000 recharge cycles extend service life
- Consistent power delivery for medical devices
- Reduces unexpected cart downtime
Environmental Compliance
The battery meets WEEE, REACH, and RoHS directives, ensuring responsible materials management and restricted substance compliance. This supports healthcare facility sustainability initiatives and regulatory requirements.
- WEEE-compliant for electronic waste
- REACH-registered chemical substances
- RoHS-restricted hazardous materials
Deployment / Use Cases
This replacement battery serves as a direct power source for Ergotron medical carts deployed across various healthcare environments. Facilities use it to maintain existing cart fleets, replace aging batteries, and keep mobile workstations operational.
Primary deployment scenarios include hospital nursing stations using Ergotron LiFeKinnex carts, clinic examination rooms with CareFit Slim carts, and mobile documentation stations with StyleView carts. The battery supports carts equipped with LCD arms, pivot displays, and multiple drawer configurations for medication administration, electronic health record access, and patient monitoring equipment.
Medical Cart Fleet Maintenance
Healthcare IT departments stock this battery for scheduled replacement programs across Ergotron cart models. The proprietary size ensures correct fitment without modification to cart frames or electrical systems.
Emergency Spare Inventory
Hospitals maintain these batteries as ready spares to quickly address cart power failures. The standardized form factor allows technicians to swap batteries during patient care shifts without specialized tools.
Physical Profile
The battery features a proprietary physical design that matches Ergotron cart battery compartments exactly. The 6.61-pound weight balances energy capacity with cart maneuverability, preventing excessive weight that could impact cart stability or staff ergonomics during movement between patient rooms.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 6.61 lb (2998.25 g). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Weight
- 6.61 lb (2998.25 g)
Highlights
- Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) chemistry for stable medical cart power
- 2000 maximum recharge cycles support extended service life
- Proprietary battery size ensures perfect Ergotron cart compatibility
- Compatible with Ergotron LiFeKinnex, CareFit Slim, and StyleView medical carts
- WEEE, REACH, and RoHS environmental compliance
- 2-year limited warranty from Ergotron
- 6.61-pound weight maintains cart mobility
- Manufactured in China with quality controls for healthcare applications
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ergotron, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 98-246 |
| Brand Name | Ergotron |
| Product Name | Battery |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Battery |
| Battery Information | |
| Application/Usage | Medical Cart |
| Battery Rechargeable | Yes |
| Battery Size | Proprietary Battery Size |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) |
| Maximum Battery Recharge Life Cycle | 2000 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weight (Approximate) | 6.61 lb (2998.25 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Ergotron LiFeKinnex Medical Cart Ergotron CareFit Slim Cart Ergotron StyleView Carts: Cart with LCD Arm, 1 Tall Drawer Cart with LCD Arm, 2 Drawers Cart with LCD Arm, 2 Tall Drawer Cart with LCD Arm, 3 Drawers Cart with LCD Pivot, 1 Drawer Cart with LCD Pivot, 2 Drawers Cart with LCD Pivot, 3 Drawers Cart with LCD Pivot, SV40, EMR Cart with LCD Arm, EMR Cart with LCD Pivot, EMR Lapto |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE),Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH),Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
What medical cart models is the Ergotron 98-246 battery compatible with?
This battery is compatible with multiple Ergotron medical cart lines including LiFeKinnex Medical Carts, CareFit Slim Carts, and StyleView Carts. Specific StyleView configurations include carts with LCD arms (1 tall drawer, 2 drawers, 2 tall drawers, 3 drawers), carts with LCD pivots (1 drawer, 2 drawers, 3 drawers), SV40 models, and EMR carts with LCD arms or pivots. Always verify compatibility with your specific cart model before purchase.
How many recharge cycles can I expect from this medical cart battery?
The Ergotron 98-246 battery supports up to 2000 maximum recharge cycles. This cycle count represents the manufacturer's tested lifespan under normal operating conditions. Actual cycle life may vary based on charging patterns, discharge depth, and environmental factors in healthcare settings. The high cycle count reduces replacement frequency compared to standard batteries.
What battery chemistry does the Ergotron 98-246 use and why is it suitable for medical carts?
This battery uses Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) chemistry. LiFePO4 offers several advantages for medical cart applications: thermal stability reduces fire risk in clinical environments, consistent voltage output ensures reliable operation of connected medical devices, and the chemistry supports the high cycle count needed for daily healthcare use. Compared to other lithium chemistries, LiFePO4 provides a safer profile for patient care areas.
What environmental certifications does this battery carry?
The Ergotron 98-246 battery complies with three key environmental directives: WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive) for responsible disposal, REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) for chemical substance management, and RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) for limiting hazardous materials. These certifications help healthcare facilities meet sustainability goals and regulatory requirements for electronic equipment.
What warranty coverage comes with the Ergotron 98-246 battery?
Ergotron provides a 2-year limited warranty for this medical cart battery. The warranty covers manufacturing defects and premature failure under normal use conditions. Warranty terms and claim procedures are detailed in Ergotron's documentation. Always retain proof of purchase and register the product if required to activate warranty coverage.
Why does this battery have a proprietary size instead of standard dimensions?
The proprietary battery size ensures perfect physical and electrical integration with Ergotron medical cart systems. Medical carts require specific battery compartment designs to maintain structural integrity, proper weight distribution, and secure mounting during movement. The proprietary form factor guarantees correct fitment, reliable electrical connections, and compliance with Ergotron's safety testing for healthcare environments.
What power capacity is listed for this UPS?
Power specifications help show where the unit fits best, including the type of load level, electrical environment, and backup role it is intended to support. These are usually the most decision-critical facts in a UPS or power-protection comparison.
Is this unit designed for rack or tower deployment?
For power-protection products, the most useful FAQ topics are usually capacity, outlet arrangement, runtime characteristics, and installation format. Those details do more to explain real deployment fit than generic marketing language.
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