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Primary lithium battery
LS 26500
3.6 V Primary lithium-thionyl chloride (Li-SOCl2)
High energy density
C-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 % after 1 year of
storage at + 20°C)
l
Easy integration into compact
systems
l
Superior resistance to
atmospheric corrosion
Key features
lStainless
steel container
and end caps
(low magnetic signature)
lHermetic glass-to-metal sealing
lNon-flammable electrolyte
lUnderwriters Laboratories (UL)
Component Recognition
lCompliant with IEC 60086-4
safety standard and
IEC 60079-11 intrinsic safety
standard
lRestricted for transport (Class 9)
Main applications
lUtility
metering
meter readers
lAutomatic
lBuoys
lMeasuring
equipment
applications
lProfessional electronics
lIndustrial
Optional upon request
lLow
magnetic version
May 2010
Cell size references
C
Electrical characteristics
(typical values relative to cells stored for one year or less at + 30°C max.)
Nominal capacity
(at 4 mA + 20 °C 2.0 V cut-off. The capacity restored by the cell varies
according to current drain, temperature and cut-off)
7.7 Ah
Open circuit voltage
(at + 20°C)
3.67 V
Nominal voltage
(at 0.5 mA + 20°C)
3.6 V
Nominal energy
27.72 Wh
Pulse capability: Typically up to 300 mA
(300 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 possible, consult Saft)
Storage
150 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)
26.0 mm (1.02 in)
Height (max)
49.1 mm or 50.4 mm
(1.93 in or 1.98 in)
depending on finish type
Typical weight
48 g (1.7 oz)
Li metal content
approx. 2.0 g
Available termination suffix
CNR
3 PF, 3 PF RP
CNA (AX)
FL
radial tabs
radial pins
axial leads
flying leads... etc.
LS 26500
Ø 25.8 ± 0.2
Ø 6.0 ± 0.1
(on flat surface)
2.0 ± 0.2
Cell voltage (V)
Voltage plateau versus Current and Temperature (at mid-discharge)
49.8 ± 0.6
0.4
3.6
3.6
3.6
3.5
3.5
3.5
3.4
3.4
3.4
3.3
3.3
3.3
3.2
3.2
3.2
3.1
3.1
3.1
3.0
3.0
3.0
2.9
2.9
2.9
2.8
2.8
2.8
2.7
2.7
2.7
2.6
2.6
2.60.1
0.1
0.1
+ 70ºC
+
+ 70ºC
70ºC
+ 20ºC
+
+ 20ºC
20ºC
1
1
1
- 20ºC
-- 20ºC
20ºC
- 40ºC
-- 40ºC
40ºC
10
10
10
100
100
100
1000
1000
1000
Current (mA)
Ø 18.0 ± 0.2
(on flat surface)
0.4
0.1
0.1
0.1
1
1
1
100
100
100
10
10
10
250
Ohms/14
mA
250
Ohms/14
mA
250
Ohms/14
mA
48.7 ± 0.5
75
Ohms/35
mA
75
Ohms/35
mA
75
Ohms/35
mA
0.8 ± 0.2
3.9
3.9
3.9
3.7
3.7
3.7
3.5
3.5
3.5
3.3
3.3
3.3
3.1
3.1
3.1
2.9
2.9
2.9
2.7
2.7
2.7
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.3
2.3
2.3
2.1
2.1
2.1
1.9
1.9
1.90.01
0.01
0.01
25
Ohms/125
mA
25
Ohms/125
mA
25
Ohms/125
mA
Ø 13.4 ± 0.2
(on flat surface)
Cell voltage (V)
Ø 25.8 ± 0.2
5000
Ohms/0.7
mA
5000
Ohms/0.7
mA
5000
Ohms/0.7
mA
Typical discharge profiles at + 20°C
Finished version with
protruding positive end cap
1000
1000
1000
10000
10000
10000
100000
100000
100000
Time (hours)
Ø 18.0 ± 0.2
(on flat surface)
Finished version with
flat positive end cap
Restored Capacity versus Current and Temperature (2.0 V cut-off)
Dimensions in mm.
l
The
storage area should be clean,
cool (preferably not exceeding
+ 30°C), dry and ventilated.
Warning
l
Fire,
explosion and severe burn
hazard.
l
Do 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).
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
Capacity (Ah)
Storage
7.0
7.0
7.0
6.0
6.0
6.0
+ 70ºC
+
+ 70ºC
70ºC
5.0
5.0
5.0
4.0
4.0
4.0
+ 20ºC
+
+ 20ºC
20ºC
3.0
3.0
3.0
- 40ºC
-- 40ºC
40ºC
2.0
2.0
2.0
1.0
1.0
1.0 1
1
1
10
10
10
Current (mA)
Doc. No 31016-2-0510
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.
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- 20ºC
-- 20ºC
20ºC
100
100
100
1000
1000
1000