Description
This is an original internal battery replacement for the MacBook Air 13-inch Mid 2012 and Mid 2013 models with regulatory model number A1466. These Ivy Bridge MacBook Air units share the same internal battery specification.
Mid 2012 and Mid 2013 A1466 use Apple battery model A1405 / A1496 (54 Wh, 7.6 V). Early 2014 and Early 2015 A1466 use a higher-capacity Haswell battery and are not compatible with this listing.
Replacement is typically required when the battery no longer holds charge or shows a Service Battery warning. Professional installation is recommended.
Compatibility
- MacBook Air 13-inch (Mid 2012) – Model A1466
- MacBook Air 13-inch (Mid 2013) – Model A1466
- Apple battery model: A1405 / A1496 (Ivy Bridge era)
Not Compatible With
- MacBook Air 13-inch Early 2014 / Early 2015 (A1466 – Haswell battery)
- MacBook Air 11-inch A1465
- MacBook Pro models
- Apple Silicon MacBook Air (M-series)
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Internal Lithium-Polymer Battery |
| Model Compatibility | A1466 (Mid 2012 – Mid 2013) |
| Device | MacBook Air 13-inch |
| Apple Battery Model | A1405 / A1496 |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer (integrated) |
| Capacity | 54 Wh (7150 mAh @ 7.6 V) |
| Installation Type | Internal (requires disassembly) |
| Condition | Original Replacement |




