SAFT LO30SHX

Primary lithium batteries
LO 30 SHX
3.0 V Primary lithium - sulfur dioxide (Li-SO2)
Very high drain and pulse capability
“Thin” D - size spiral cell
Benefits
• High and stable discharge voltage
• Superior pulse capability
• Performance not affected by cell
orientation
• Long storage possible before use
• Ability to withstand extreme
temperature
Key features
• Low self - discharge rate
(less than 3% after 1 year of
storage at + 20°C)
• Hermetic glass-to-metal sealing
• Built-in safety vent
(at the negative end of the cell)
• Restricted for transport (class 9)
• UL Component Recognition
(File Number MH 15076)
• Meets shock, vibration and other
environmental requirements of
military specifications
• Made in the USA
Main applications
• Radiocommunications and other
military applications
• Beacons and Emergency Location
Transmitters
• Sonobuoys
October 2005
Cell size reference
“Thin” D
Electrical characteristics
(typical values for cells stored for one year or less)
Nominal capacity
(at 0.2 A + 20°C 2.0 V cut off. The capacity restored by the cell varies
according to current drain, temperature and cut off)
5.75 Ah
Open circuit voltage (at + 20°C)
3.0 V
Nominal voltage
2.8 V
(at 0.6 A + 21°C/+70°F)
Maximum recommended continuous current
(to avoid over-heating. Higher currents possible, consult Saft)
3A
Pulse capability : Typically up to 10 A
(The voltage readings may vary according to the pulse characteristics,
the temperature, and the cell’s previous history. Fitting the cell with a
capacitor may be recommended in severe conditions. Consult Saft)
Storage
(recommended)
(possible without leakage)
Operating temperature range
+ 30°C (+ 86°F) max
- 60°C/+ 85°C
(-76°F/+185°F)
- 60°C/+70°C
(-76°F/+158°F)
(Short excursions up to + 85°C possible at currents below 1 A)
Physical characteristics
Diameter (max)
29.1 mm (1.14 in)
Height (max; finish with radial tabs)
59.9 mm (2.36 in)
Typical weight
Li metal content
Standard cell comes with resin potting in the topshell area and
two radial 0.15 mm - thick nickel tabs
Different configurations available on request.
63 g (2.21 oz)
1.9 g
Cell voltage (V)
LO 30 SHX
Current (A)
Cell voltage (V)
Voltage at mid-discharge versus Current and Temperature (2.0 V cut off)
Overall dimensions
Capacity (Ah)
Typical discharge profiles at + 20ºC
Handling precautions
• Cell is pressurised.
• Do not obstruct the safety vent
mechanism.
• Do not short circuit or charge.
Capacity (Ah)
• Do not puncture, open
or mutilate.
• Do not expose to fire
or temperatures above
+ 70°C (+158°F).
Current (A)
Saft
Specialty Battery Group
12, rue Sadi Carnot
93170 Bagnolet - France
Tel +33 (0)1 49 93 19 18
Fax +33 (0)1 49 93 19 69
Capacity versus Current and Temperature (continuous discharges - 2.0 V cut off)
Doc. N° 31035-2-1005
Information in this document is subject to change without notice
and becomes contractual only after written confirmation by Saft.
313, Crescent Street,
Valdese NC 28690 - USA
Tel +1 (828) 874 41 11
Fax +1 (828) 879 39 81
For more details on primary lithium technologies please refer to
Primary Lithium Batteries Selector Guide Doc N° 31048-2.
www.saftbatteries.com
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