Wheelchair Accessories
Wheelchair accessories keep a chair running and adapt it to how it is used day to day. At Quirumed we supply wheelchair spare parts and accessories in Ireland, with a focus on replacement batteries and chargers for electric wheelchairs, plus practical add-ons such as trays. This page explains the main accessory types, how to find the right part for your chair and what to check before buying.
If you are still choosing a chair rather than a part for one, the wider wheelchairs range covers manual, folding and powered models.
Types of wheelchair accessory
Accessories fall into two groups: parts that keep the chair working, and add-ons that improve comfort or carrying. The Quirumed range concentrates on the first group, especially for powered chairs.
- Replacement batteries: the part that most often needs renewing on a powered chair, sold to match specific chair models.
- Battery chargers: mains chargers matched to the battery type, for wheelchairs and mobility scooters.
- Battery packs: complete packs for specific chair models where the cells are replaced as a unit.
- Trays and add-ons: practical extras such as a fitted tray for use at a table or for activities.
Batteries and chargers are matched to the chair, so the safest approach is to identify your chair model before ordering. A replacement battery is the usual reason a powered chair loses range, so it is worth checking battery condition before assuming a fault elsewhere.
How to find the right battery or charger
Wheelchair batteries and chargers are not universal. Each is rated for a specific voltage and capacity, and using the wrong charger can damage a battery or shorten its life. Match the part to your chair model and to the voltage and capacity printed on the existing battery before you buy.
The product pages list which chair model each battery or charger fits, so check that reference against your own chair. If you are unsure which part matches, the model number on the chair frame or on the old battery is the detail to look for. For the chairs these parts serve, see the electric wheelchairs range.
Wheelchair battery types
Powered-chair batteries come in a few formats, and the chair is designed around one of them. Knowing which type your chair uses makes ordering a replacement straightforward.
- Sealed lead-acid: the traditional type, heavier and lower cost, common on standard powered chairs.
- Lithium: lighter and longer-lasting, used on folding and travel powerchairs and usually the type accepted for air travel.
- Battery packs: complete units for specific chair models, replaced as a single sealed pack.
Each is sold to fit a named chair model, so the type is decided by the chair rather than chosen separately. Quirumed lists batteries and packs against the powered models they fit.
Caring for a wheelchair battery
A wheelchair battery lasts longer with a simple routine. Charge it after use rather than waiting for it to run flat, store the chair somewhere dry and not too cold, and use only the charger matched to the battery. Most powered-chair batteries last a few years before they need replacing, and a drop in range is the usual sign that the end is near.
When the time comes, replacing the battery is far cheaper than replacing the chair. Keeping a spare charger is also worth considering for anyone who travels or relies on the chair daily, so a faulty charger never leaves the chair unusable.
Wheelchair accessories in Ireland
Quirumed ships wheelchair batteries, chargers and accessories across Ireland. Because these parts are model-specific, ordering online works best when you have confirmed the chair model and the battery rating first, which avoids returns and delays.
For accessories not held in this range, such as bags or cushions, it is worth checking the product pages for current stock. The catalogue is focused on the parts that keep a powered chair running rather than on every soft accessory. Spare parts for manual chairs, such as those in the folding wheelchairs and lightweight aluminium wheelchairs ranges, are listed on the relevant product pages.
Frequently asked questions about wheelchair accessories
How do I know which battery fits my wheelchair?
Wheelchair batteries are model-specific, so the reliable way to find the right one is to match it to your chair model and to the voltage and capacity printed on the existing battery. Each battery and charger product page lists which chair model it fits, so check that reference against your own chair before ordering. The model number is usually printed on the chair frame or on the old battery. If two batteries share the same voltage and capacity but are listed for different chairs, the fitting and connector can still differ. Always confirm the stated chair compatibility rather than matching on the rating alone.
Can I use any charger with my wheelchair battery?
No. A charger must match the battery's voltage and chemistry, and using the wrong one can damage the battery or shorten its life. Always use the charger supplied for your chair or a replacement listed as compatible with that battery. If you need a spare for travel, choose the charger listed for your specific chair model rather than a generic unit. Keeping the correct charger also matters for safety, since mismatched charging is a common cause of battery faults.
How long does a wheelchair battery last?
Most powered-wheelchair batteries last a few years with normal use before they need replacing, though the figure depends on how often the chair is used, how it is charged and how it is stored. The clearest sign a battery is near the end is a noticeable drop in range on a full charge. Charging after each use rather than letting the battery run flat, and storing the chair somewhere dry and not too cold, both help extend battery life. When range falls off, replacing the battery is far cheaper than replacing the chair.