Gate Motor Backup Batteries
Replacement 12V and 24V backup batteries for all major gate and garage motor brands. Supply only. Call or WhatsApp JD Gates for installation pricing across Pretoria.
Keep Your Gate Running During Load Shedding
A flat battery is the most common cause of a gate motor that stops working during or after a power outage. JD Gates Pretoria supplies replacement 12V and 24V backup batteries for all major gate and garage motor brands, including Centurion, ET Nice, Gemini, and DTS.
Each motor requires a specific battery voltage, capacity, and form factor. Using the wrong battery can prevent the motor from working or damage the PCB. Confirm your motor model with JD Gates before purchasing.
Backup Battery Range
12V 7Ah Sealed Lead Acid Battery
Standard gate motor backup battery
Type: Sealed Lead Acid (SLA)
Fits: Centurion D5 Evo, D10, D20, ET Nice DC Blue, ET Advanced, DTS motors
- Direct replacement for most 12V gate motors
- No maintenance required
- Reliable performance under load shedding
R339.13
excl. VAT • R390.00 incl.
Installation quoted separately
12V 7Ah Lithium Battery
Long-life LiFePO4 gate motor battery
Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4)
Fits: Any motor that accepts a 12V 7Ah battery - direct drop-in replacement
- 3 to 4 times more charge cycles than SLA
- Handles deep-discharge without damage
- Same physical size as standard 7Ah SLA
R1,043.00
excl. VAT • R1,199.45 incl.
Installation quoted separately
24V 3.2Ah Sealed Lead Acid Battery
24V gate motor backup battery
Type: Sealed Lead Acid (SLA)
Fits: 24V sliding gate motors, ET Nice DC Blue (24V), Centurion 24V systems
- Correct replacement for 24V motor systems
- Prevents gate failure during load shedding
- Sealed, spill-proof construction
R852.19
excl. VAT • R980.02 incl.
Installation quoted separately
12V Slim Battery for Gemini Garage Motor
Slim-profile 12V battery, Gemini compatible
Type: Sealed Lead Acid (SLA)
Fits: Gemini garage door motor range including Speedmaster, DigiOne, and Optic series
- Slim form factor fits inside Gemini motor housing
- Not interchangeable with standard 7Ah brick batteries
- Correct fitment prevents motor damage
R852.19
excl. VAT • R980.02 incl.
Installation quoted separately
12V 1.2/1.3Ah Battery (ET Nice / Centurion RDO)
Small backup battery for RDO and compact devices
Type: Sealed Lead Acid (SLA)
Fits: Centurion RDO, ET Nice Remote Door Operator, small 12V backup devices
- Compact size for tight motor and device housings
- Correct terminal orientation for RDO fitment
- Available from JD Gates with installation
R852.19
excl. VAT • R980.02 incl.
Installation quoted separately
Why Gate Motor Batteries Fail
Load Shedding Cycles
Each load shedding event fully discharges the battery. Standard SLA batteries are not designed for repeated deep-discharge cycles and degrade within 1 to 2 years in high load-shedding areas.
Age
Even without load shedding, SLA gate motor batteries have a lifespan of 2 to 4 years. After this the battery can no longer hold enough charge to operate the gate during a power outage.
Incorrect Replacement
Fitting a battery with the wrong voltage or capacity causes the motor to underperform or not work at all. The Gemini garage motor slim battery and the Centurion RDO battery both require specific replacements.
Battery Compatibility Guide
| Motor Brand & Model | Battery Required | Voltage | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centurion D5 Evo | Standard 12V 7Ah SLA or 12V 7Ah Lithium | 12V | 7Ah |
| Centurion D10 / D20 | Standard 12V 7Ah SLA or 12V 7Ah Lithium | 12V | 7Ah |
| Centurion D5 Smart | On-board lithium (built-in), no external battery | 12V | Built-in |
| ET Nice DC Blue | 12V 7Ah SLA or 24V 3.2Ah SLA (model dependent) | 12V / 24V | 7Ah / 3.2Ah |
| Gemini Sliding Gate Motors | 12V 7Ah SLA | 12V | 7Ah |
| Gemini Garage Door Motors | 12V Slim Battery (Gemini specific) | 12V | Slim profile |
| Centurion RDO | 12V 1.2Ah / 1.3Ah SLA | 12V | 1.2Ah |
| DTS Gate Motors | 12V 7Ah SLA | 12V | 7Ah |
Not sure which battery your motor uses? WhatsApp the motor brand and model number and we will confirm before you order.
SLA vs Lithium: Which Battery Is Right for You?
Standard 12V 7Ah SLA
- Lower upfront cost
- Fits all motors that use a 7Ah SLA
- Lifespan: 2 to 4 years in normal use
- Shorter life with frequent load shedding
- Widely available and easy to source
12V 7Ah Lithium (LiFePO4)
- Higher upfront cost, lower long-term cost
- Drop-in replacement for standard 7Ah SLA
- Lifespan: 5 to 8 years
- Tolerates deep-discharge without damage
- Recommended for high load-shedding areas
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Gate Motor Battery FAQs
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JD Gates supplies and installs gate motor backup batteries across Pretoria and Centurion. Call or WhatsApp for a supply and installation quote.