Primary lithium batteries: selector guide - SAFT - #4

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Primary cells and batteries are not rechargeable. Key features Saft primary lithium chemistries: specific qualities V The LS “W” cell versions are recommended for use in applications with Widely fluctuating temperature (up to +95ºC), such as electronic toll collection. V The LO “SHX” cell versions offer superior pulse capability for discharges not exceeding the declared voltage cut-off. • Li-SOCl2 (LS, LSH cell series) – Bobbin, coil or spiral construction – Operating voltage > 3 V – Ability to operate from – 60 to +85ºC – Non-flammable electrolyte – Cells non-pressurized at room temperature – Hermeticity guaranteed up to +120ºC – Unrivaled nominal capacities (LS) – High temperature LSH cell series up to +150ºC • Li-SO2 (LO/G cell series) – Spiral construction – Non-flammable electrolyte – Superior pulse capability – Excellent capacity above 1 A – Superior power at – 40ºC – Hermeticity guaranteed up to +95ºC – Wide military acceptance • Li-MnO2 (LM/M cell series) – Spiral construction – Non-corrosive electrolyte – Cells non-pressurized at room temperature – Spiral cells with good pulse capability – Minimal voltage delay – Competitive capacity at high current and low temperature (– 40ºC) • High and stable operating voltage – Above 3 V for LS and LSH cells. – Above 2 V for LO/G and LM/M cells. • Wide current capability range From a few microamperes base current for the small LS cells to more than 10 A pulses for some LO/G and LM/M cells. • Wide operating temperature range From – 60ºC up to +85ºC (Standard cells) depending on cell type, current drain and environment conditions. • High operating temperature – spiral cell series Operating safely and reliably up to 150ºC. • Long shelf life Capacity loss in storage at +20ºC below 1% (LS bobbins) and 3% (LSH, LO/G, LM/M spirals) per year. • Extended operating life Typically above 5 years, and up to 20 years for some applications. • High energy densities 3-10 times greater than the non-lithium systems. • Excellent behavior in humid environments Corrosion-free stainless steel cell envelopes. • Disposal According to local regulations. • Adequate safety Most of Saft’s lithium cells are UL (Underwriters Laboratories) and IEC 60086-4 recognized, and non-restricted for transport. Most battery packs comply with European and US Army standards. Several LS cell models comply with the IEC 60079-11 “Intrinsic Safety” specification for ATEX applications. • Storage The storage area should be clean, cool (preferably not exceeding +30ºC), dry and ventilated. • Logistic The small LS cells are manufactured in France, UK and China.