Primary lithium battery LS 14250 3.6 V Primary lithium-thionyl chloride (Li-SOCl2) High energy density 1 ⁄2 AA-size bobbin cell Benefits l High voltage response, stable during most of the lifetime of the application l Wide operating temperature range (- 60°C/+ 85°C) l Low self-discharge rate (less than 1 % per year of storage at + 20 °C) l Easy integration into compact systems l Superior resistance to atmospheric corrosion Key features l Stainless steel container and end caps (low magnetic signature) l Hermetic glass-to-metal sealing l Non-flammable electrolyte l Compliant with IEC 60086-4 safety standard and IEC 60079-11 intrinsic safety standard (class T4 assignment) l Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Component Recognition l Non-restricted for transport/ Non-assigned to Class 9 according to the UN Recommendations on the transport of dangerous goods – Model Regulations l Manufactured in France, UK, China Main applications l Utility metering meter reading l Alarms and security devices l Tollgate systems l Memory back-up l Computer real-time clocks l Tracking systems l Automotive electronics l Professional electronics l Automatic September 2009 ½ R6 – ½ AA Cell size references Electrical characteristics (typical values relative to cells stored for one year or less at + 30 °C max.) Nominal capacity (at 1 mA + 20 °C 2.0 V cut-off. The capacity restored by the cell varies according to current drain, temperature and cut-off) Open circuit voltage (at + 20°C) Nominal voltage (at 0.1 mA + 20°C) 1.20 Ah 3.67 V 3.6 V Nominal energy 4.32 Wh Pulse capability: Typically up to 100 mA (100 mA/0.1 second pulses, drained every 2 mn at + 20 °C from undischarged cells with 10 µA base current, yield voltage readings above 3.0 V. The 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) Maximum recommended continuous current (Higher currents are possible, consult Saft) Storage 35 mA (recommended) (for more severe conditions, consult Saft) Operating temperature range (Operation above ambient T may lead to reduced capacity and lower voltage readings at the beginning of pulses. Consult Saft) + 30°C (+ 86°F) max - 60°C/+ 85°C (- 76°F/+ 185°F) Physical characteristics Diameter (max) 14.55 mm (0.57 in) Height (max) 25.15 mm (0.99 in) Typical weight 8.9 g (0.3 oz) Li metal content approx. 0.3 g Available termination suffix CN, CNR 2 PF, 3 PF, 3 PF RP, 4 PF CNA (AX) FL radial tabs radial pins axial leads flying leads...etc. LS 14250 Voltage plateau versus Current and Temperature (at mid-discharge) 3.7 Cell voltage (V) 3.6 3.5 + 70°C 3.4 + 20°C 3.3 3.2 3.1 3.0 - 20°C 2.9 2.8 - 40°C 2.7 1.35 ± 0.3 Ø 4.2 min 5.5 max (flat area) 2.6 2.5 0.01 0.1 10 1 100 Current (mA) Ø 14.44 ± 0.11 24.65 ± 0.5 Typical discharge profiles at + 20°C 0.4 ± 0.1 3.7 2.5 2.3 2.1 3 kOhms/1.2 mA 2.7 7.5 kOhms/0.5 mA 3.1 2.9 400 Ohms/8.5 mA Dimensions in mm. 56 Ohms/54 mA Ø 7.5 ± 0.1 (flat area) Cell voltage (V) 3.5 3.3 1.9 0.1 1 100 10 1000 10000 Time (hours) Storage Warning l Fire, explosion and burn hazard. not recharge, short circuit, crush, disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F), incinerate, or expose contents to water. l Do not solder directly to the cell (use tabbed cell versions instead). l Do 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 www.saftbatteries.com 1300 1200 1100 Capacity (mAh) storage area should be clean, cool (preferably not exceeding + 30°C), dry and ventilated. Restored Capacity versus Current and Temperature (2.0 V cut-off) l The + 20°C 1000 + 70°C 900 800 - 20°C 700 600 500 400 - 40°C 300 200 100 0 0.01 0.1 1 Current (mA) Doc. No 31072-2-0909 Information in this document is subject to change without notice and becomes contractual only after written confirmation by Saft. For more details on primary lithium technologies please refer to Primary Lithium Batteries Selector Guide Doc No 31048-2. Published by the Communications Department. Photo credit: Saft Société anonyme au capital de 31 944 000 RCS Bobigny B 383 703 873 Produced by Arthur Associates Limited. 10 100