Tel.X Ni-Cd battery The compact maintenance-free solution for telecom networks Tel.X, delivering high-energy performance in a compact maintenance-free package Tel.X: guaranteed power continuity for remote or hard to access installations The Tel.X Ni-Cd battery delivers the optimum combination of high-energy performance, reliability and long-life in a new compact, modular maintenancefree design that ensures the lowest TCO (Total Cost of Ownership). Thanks to its outstanding energy density of up to 100 Wh/l, Tel.X is the perfect direct replacement for VRLA batteries in telecom back-up applications where limited space is available. Tel.X reduces battery weight by 30% in the same foot print. The Tel.X battery has a Ni-Cd construction designed for more than 20 years’ service life at + 25°C (+ 77°F). Like any other battery, high temperature operation will reduce its life expectancy. The life of the Tel.X is less impacted by high temperature when compared to VRLA battery. At +35°C (+95°F), the lifetime reduction for a Ni-Cd battery is 20%, while it reaches 50% for a lead-acid battery. 2 Effect of temperature on lifetime 100 Percentage of +25°C (+77°F) lifetime Tel.X’s robust Ni-Cd construction ensure total reliability and a long, predictable service life. 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 Tel.X Ni-Cd battery – The compact maintenance-free solution for telecom networks 25 77 30 86 35 95 40 104 Temperature Nickel-cadmium 45 113 Lead-acid 50 122 55 °C 131 °F Tel.X, perfectly adapted for battery installations in tight spaces Tel.X delivers exceptional reliability against unexpected outages for telecom installations where continuity and reliability of power supplied is critical. Tel.X is ideally suited for applications including remote cabinets and central offices as well as BTS (Base Transceiver Station) and BSC (Basic Station Controller). Tel.X is especially suited for remote and/or decentralized locations where travel time and restricted access is difficult. Reliable backup performance guaranteed – even in extreme temperatures Operating and maintenance requirements are reduced – even for remote installations Tel.X offers the ideal combination of reliability, performance and long-life over a wide range of operating temperatures. Tel.X’s reliable maintenance-free design is perfectly adapted for difficult to access installations. • Utilizes robust steel nickel plated internal construction based on unique well-proven Ni-Cd electrochemistry • Eliminates the corrosion, sudden death and thermal runaway risks associated with VRLA batteries • Combines superior performance with high charging efficiency • Operates in temperatures from - 20°C to + 50°C (- 4°F to + 122°F) and tolerates - 50°C to + 70°C (- 58°F to + 158°F) for short durations • Exceptional reliability removes the need for redundant systems • Maintenance free design, with a low pressure venting system, reduces water consumption to an absolute minimum • No topping up is necessary (under operation) – water addition is possible under exceptional circumstances • Periodic checks of charging voltage are recommended, but Tel.X requires no further attention once installed • Extended lifetime matches or surpass the telecom equipment life it supports Tel.X Ni-Cd battery – The compact maintenance-free solution for telecom networks 3 Tel.X, for ease of installation and operation Easy installation makes Tel.X a simple and direct replacement Compact modular design makes Tel.X the ideal direct replacement for VRLA batteries in backup floating applications - it fits easily within the available space and is fully compatible with existing equipment. • Highly compact design optimizes: - Volume: high energy density of up to 100 Wh/l - Weight: 30 % lighter than VRLA • Modular design suits specific capacity needs: - From 75 to 172 Ah in modular block construction - Each module comprises 3 to 10 cells in flame retardant material • Layout provides easy access to front terminals • Lifting handles on each module ensure easy handling and installation • Less than 20 minutes installation • Simple modular design easy to fit in cabinets, well adapted to 19" and 23" racks Designed for ease of operation Tel.X offers the ease of operation that contributes to a long and trouble-free service life. • Tel.X is compatible with telecom charging systems thanks to its single step 1.43 V/cell floating voltage, with no need for temperature compensation • Environmental protection for terminals and connectors is provided by a protection cover (meeting IP2 level against electrical shock according to safety standard EN 50272-2/IEC 62485-2) • Cabling is carried out from front to back, with front accessible connection points between adjacent blocks • Active cooling is not required, even in harsh environments • Central gas venting system option is available for use in sealed enclosures • Tel.X batteries may be stored for up to one year without special maintenance before installation Tel.X Ni-Cd bat X Ni-Cd battery 4 Tel.X Ni-Cd battery – The compact maintenance-free solution for telecom networks Tel.X, the sustainable battery solution Designed with sustainability in mind Tel.X is purpose designed for minimum environmental impact throughout its entire life cycle, from manufacturing to operation and recycling at end-of-life. • Tel.X manufacturing processes are designed to minimize consumption of upstream energy • In operation, Tel.X contributes to a significant reduction in energy consumption throughout its service life • Highly efficient charging reduces peripheral energy consumption, including cabinet air conditioning and maintenance • Advanced design reduces the environmental impact of waste processing Conforms with quality, safety and environmental standards Meets the highest international standards including: Electrical and performances • Certified IEC 60623 – Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes – vented nickel-cadmium prismatic rechargeable single cell • Certified Telcordia GR-3020 – Nickel-cadmium batteries in the outside plant • Certified NF C 15-100 – Low-voltage electrical installations Safety • EN 50272-2/IEC 62485-2 –Safety requirements for secondary batteries and battery installations – Part 2: Stationary batteries • UL 94 VO : UL standard for flammability safety of plastic materials for parts in devices and appliances testing • UL 1989 – Safety for standby batteries certified by Intertek • Telcordia – GR 63 NEBS level 3 – NEBS requirements for physical protection • Telcordia – GR 1089 NEBS level 3 – Electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety – generic criteria for network telecommunications equipment. Quality • ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 • Saft world class continuous program Environment • Fully recyclable • RoHS – Although batteries and accumulators are not within the scope of the RoHS directive, Saft has taken voluntary measures to ensure that the substances prohibited by RoHS are not present in the battery, with the exception of the electro-chemical core • REACH – The Saft Group has adopted internal procedures to ensure conformity with the European REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemical Substances) Regulation Tel.X Ni-Cd battery – The compact maintenance-free solution for telecom networks 5 Tel.X Technical data Tel.X Physical properties Cell type Voltage Nominal capacity Rated capacity Maximum dimensions W L Weight per block H V C8 Ah C5 Ah mm in mm in mm in kg lbs TLX 80-3 3.6 75 83 128 5.03 105 4.13 254 10 5.8 12.7 TLX 80-4 4.8 75 83 168 6.62 105 4.13 254 10 7.9 17.3 TLX 80-5 6.0 75 83 209 8.22 105 4.13 254 10 9.9 21.9 TLX 80-6 7.2 75 83 249 9.82 105 4.13 254 10 12.0 26.5 TLX 80-7 8.4 75 83 290 11.41 105 4.13 254 10 14.0 30.9 * ** TLX 80-8 9.6 75 83 330 13.01 105 4.13 254 10 15.9 35.1 TLX 80-9 10.8 75 83 371 14.61 105 4.13 254 10 17.9 39.4 TLX 80-10 12.0 75 83 412 16.20 105 4.13 254 10 19.7 43.5 16.4 TLX 100-3 3.6 97 103 153 6.03 105 4.13 254 10 7.4 TLX 100-4 4.8 97 103 202 7.96 105 4.13 254 10 9.8 21.7 TLX 100-5 6.0 97 103 251 9.89 105 4.13 254 10 12.2 26.9 TLX 100-6 7.2 97 103 300 11.82 105 4.13 254 10 14.6 32.1 TLX 100-7 8.4 97 103 349 13.76 105 4.13 254 10 16.8 37.0 TLX 100-8 9.6 97 103 398 15.69 105 4.13 254 10 19.2 42.2 TLX 100-9 10.8 97 103 447 17.62 105 4.13 254 10 21.5 47.5 TLX 100-10 12.0 97 103 497 19.55 105 4.13 254 10 23.9 52.7 TLX 150-3 3.6 140 152 209 8.22 105 4.13 254 10 10.4 23.0 TLX 150-4 4.8 140 152 277 10.89 105 4.13 254 10 13.5 29.9 TLX 150-5 6.0 140 152 344 13.55 105 4.13 254 10 16.7 36.7 TLX 150-6 7.2 140 152 412 16.21 105 4.13 254 10 19.9 44.0 TLX 150-7 8.4 140 152 479 18.87 105 4.13 254 10 23.0 50.8 TLX 150-8 9.6 140 152 547 21.54 105 4.13 254 10 26.0 57.3 TLX 180-3 3.6 172 185 250 9.86 105 4.13 254 10 11.7 25.8 TLX 180-4 4.8 172 185 332 13.07 105 4.13 254 10 16.0 35.4 TLX 180-5 6.0 172 185 413 16.28 105 4.13 254 10 19.9 43.9 TLX 180-6 7.2 172 185 495 19.49 105 4.13 254 10 23.7 52.3 TLX 180-7 8.4 172 185 576 22.70 105 4.13 254 10 27.5 60.6 * Obtained after prolonged float constant voltage charge of 1.45 V/cell at + 25°C (+ 77°F) and available charge current of 0.15 C8 A, followed by a discharge of 8 h at + 25°C (+ 77°F) down to 1.1 V/cell ** According to IEC 60623 Battery rack assembly Tel.X batteries can be assembled into modular and scable systems either at 24 V or 48 V. Available in standard 19" and 23" rack, the systems are custom fit for the overall Tel.X battery range. In option, these equipements can be also offered to resist to Seismic Zone 4 caracteristics. With such systems, Saft is able to provide a turnkey solution which significantly reduces the floor loading compared to VRLA. 6 Tel.X Ni-Cd battery – The compact maintenance-free solution for telecom networks Tel.X discharge data - Amperes Performance in ampere after prolonged float constant voltage charge between 1.43 to 1.45 V/cell at + 20°C to + 25°C (+ 68°F to + 77°F) available charge current 0.15 C8A Final voltage Cell type 1.00 V/cell TLX 80 1.05 V/cell 1.10 V/cell 1.14 V/cell Hours C8 Ah * 1 2 3 4 5 8 10 12 18 24 75 58.0 35.2 24.7 19.0 15.3 9.9 7.9 6.6 4.4 3.3 TLX 100 97 73.9 45.6 32.0 24.5 19.7 12.8 10.3 8.6 5.7 4.3 TLX 150 140 101.0 66.4 46.2 35.4 28.5 18.5 14.9 12.4 8.3 6.2 TLX 180 172 122.9 81.7 56.7 43.5 35.1 22.8 18.3 15.3 10.2 7.6 TLX 80 75 50.6 33.7 24.0 18.5 14.9 9.7 7.8 6.5 4.3 3.2 TLX 100 97 64.7 43.7 30.9 23.9 19.3 12.6 10.1 8.4 5.6 4.2 TLX 150 140 89.7 63.0 44.3 34.5 27.9 18.2 14.6 12.2 8.1 6.1 TLX 180 172 109.4 77.4 54.4 42.4 34.2 22.3 17.9 15.0 10.0 7.5 TLX 80 75 44.8 31.2 22.5 17.7 14.4 9.3 7.6 6.3 4.2 3.1 TLX 100 97 57.5 40.0 29.0 23.0 18.6 12.1 9.8 8.2 5.4 4.1 TLX 150 140 81.2 56.4 41.6 33.2 26.9 17.5 14.2 11.8 7.9 5.9 TLX 180 172 99.3 69.0 51.0 40.7 33.0 21.5 17.4 14.6 9.7 7.3 TLX 80 75 39.6 27.5 20.7 16.6 13.7 9.1 7.3 6.1 4.1 3.0 TLX 100 97 50.1 35.2 26.8 21.8 17.7 11.8 9.5 7.9 5.3 3.9 TLX 150 140 66.8 49.0 38.4 31.4 25.6 17.0 13.7 11.4 7.6 5.7 TLX 180 172 80.8 59.8 47.1 38.6 31.5 20.9 16.8 14.0 9.4 7.0 Tel.X discharge data - Watts Performance in watts after prolonged float constant voltage charge between 1.43 to 1.45 V/cell at + 20°C to + 25°C (+ 68°F to + 77°F) available charge current 0.15 C8A Cell type Cell type 1.00 V/cell TLX 80 1.05 V/cell 1.10 V/cell 1.14 V/cell C8 Ah 75 Hours * 1 2 3 4 5 8 10 12 18 24 59.4 40.1 29.1 23.2 18.8 12.3 9.9 8.2 5.5 4.1 TLX 100 97 75.7 52.0 38.1 29.9 24.2 15.9 12.8 10.7 7.1 5.4 TLX 150 140 103.3 75.8 55.1 43.1 35.0 23.1 18.6 15.5 10.5 7.7 TLX 180 172 125.8 93.1 67.5 53.0 43.1 28.4 22.9 19.2 12.8 9.5 TLX 80 75 54.1 39.3 28.9 22.6 18.3 12.1 9.7 8.1 5.4 4.0 TLX 100 97 69.2 51.0 37.1 29.1 23.7 15.7 12.7 10.5 7.0 5.3 TLX 150 140 95.8 73.5 53.3 42.2 34.3 22.7 18.2 15.3 10.3 7.7 TLX 180 172 116.9 90.3 65.4 51.7 42.0 27.7 22.4 18.8 12.5 9.4 3.9 TLX 80 75 50.0 36.8 27.2 21.6 17.8 11.8 9.5 7.9 5.3 TLX 100 97 64.1 47.2 35.0 28.2 22.9 15.3 12.2 10.2 6.8 5.2 TLX 150 140 90.5 66.4 50.2 40.7 33.2 22.1 17.8 14.7 10.0 7.4 TLX 180 172 110.7 81.4 61.6 49.8 40.7 27.2 21.8 18.2 12.2 9.2 TLX 80 75 44.2 32.4 25.0 20.9 17.1 11.3 9.1 7.6 5.2 3.8 TLX 100 97 55.8 41.5 32.4 27.2 22.1 14.7 11.9 9.9 6.6 4.9 TLX 150 140 74.3 57.7 46.4 39.2 31.9 21.2 17.2 14.3 9.6 7.2 TLX 180 172 90.1 70.5 56.9 48.1 39.3 26.0 21.0 17.5 11.8 8.9 * Nominal capacity is obtained after prolonged float constant voltage charge (I-U) of 1.45 V/cell (at + 25°C / + 77°F) followed by a discharge (at the discharge rate corresponding to 8 h autonomy) down to 1.1 V/cell Power cable selection: The selection of power cables used within the installation of Saft Batteries is a function of: 1-Installation location; dry, damp or wet (as defined by the NEC code). 2-The maximum ambient operating temperature. 3-The maximum sustained current (amperage) applied during charge or discharge. Saft’s standard Tel.X product power cables are a #6 AWG rated for installations in dry or damp locations. The maximum operating ambient temperature of the Tel.X product is 50 °C. Based on a 50 °C max ambient temperature, the maximum sustained discharge current is 86 amps and a maximum available current limit of 150 amps during constant potential charging. When the application installation and operation exceeds the above parameters, then the design will require a careful review which may prescribe the need to move to higher ampacity rated power cables. Tel.X Ni-Cd battery – The compact maintenance-free solution for telecom networks 7 Saft is committed to the highest standards of environmental stewardship As part of its environmental commitment, Saft gives priority to recycled raw materials over virgin raw materials, reduces its plants’ air and water releases year after year, minimizes water usage, reduces fossil energy consumption and associated CO2 emissions, and ensures that its customers have recycling solutions for their spent batteries. Saft 12, rue Sadi Carnot 93170 Bagnolet - France Tel. : +33 1 49 93 19 18 Fax : +33 1 49 93 19 64 www.saftbatteries.com Regarding industrial nickel-based batteries, Saft has had partnerships for many years with collection companies in most EU countries. This collection network receives and dispatches our customers’ batteries at the end of their lives to fully approved recycling facilities, in compliance with the laws governing trans boundary waste shipments. This collection network meets the requirements of the EU batteries directive. A list of our collection points is available on our web site. In other countries, Saft assists users of its batteries in finding environmentally sound recycling solutions. Please contact your sales representative for further information. Document N°21841-2-0714 Edition: July 2014 Data in this document is subject to change without notice and becomes contractual only after written confirmation. Photo credits: Saft, Fotolia. Rouge 485 – D027 – Cap 518 Produits certifiés PEFCTM (PEFC -10 - 31-1143) © Saft – Société par Actions Simplifiée au capital de 31 944 000 € RCS Bobigny B 383 703 873