Primary lithium batteries LO 26 SX 3.0 V Primary lithium - sulfur dioxide (Li-SO2) High drain capability D - size spiral cell Benefits • High and stable discharge voltage • High 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 Cell size reference Electrical characteristics (typical values for cells stored for one year or less) Nominal capacity (at 0.25 A + 20°C 2.0 V cut off. The capacity restored by the cell varies according to current drain, temperature and cut off) 3.0 V Nominal voltage (at 0.5 A + 20°C) 2.8 V Maximum recommended continuous current (to avoid over-heating. Higher currents possible, consult Saft) 2.5 A Pulse capability : Typically up to 5 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 Diameter (max) Height (max; finish without radial tabs) Li metal content October 2005 + 30°C (+ 86°F) max - 60°C/+ 85°C (-76°F/+ 185°F) - 60°C/+ 70°C (- 76°F/+158°F) Physical characteristics • Radiocommunications and other Transmitters • Sonobuoys • Missiles (recommended) (possible without leakage) Operating temperature range (Short excursions up to + 85°C possible at currents below 1 A) Typical weight military applications 7.75 Ah Open circuit voltage (at + 20°C) Main applications • Beacons and Emergency Location R20 - D Standard cell comes with resin potting in the topshell area and two radial 0.15 mm - thick nickel tabs Different configurations available on request. 34.2 mm (1.345 in) 59.3 mm (2.33 in) 85 g (3 oz) 2.4 g Cell voltage (V) LO 26 SX 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° 31033-2-1005 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 Produced by Arthur Associates. Published by the Communications Department. Photo credit: Saft. Société anonyme au capital de 31 944 000 RCS Bobigny B 383 703 873