SAFT LO26SXC

Primary lithium batteries
LO 26 SXC
3.0 V Primary lithium-sulfur dioxide (Li-SO2)
High capacity, 9.2 Ah
High drain D-size cell
Key features
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Enhanced capacity
High and stable discharge voltage
Performance not affected by cell
orientation
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)
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 250 mA + 20°C 2.0 V cut off. The capacity restored by the
cell varies according to current drain, temperature and cut off).
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Radiocommunications and other
military applications
Beacons and Emergency Location
Transmitters
Sonobuoys
Missiles
etc...
3.0 V
Nominal voltage
2.8 V
(at 0.5 A + 20°C)
Maximum recommended continuous current
(to avoid over-heating. Higher currents possible, consult Saft).
2.5 A
Pulse capability : Up to 10 A. Varies according to pulse
characteristics (frequency, duration), temperature, cell history
(storage conditions prior to usage) and the application’s acceptable
minimum voltage. Consult Saft.
(recommended)
(possible without leakage)
Operating temperature range
+ 30°C /+ 86°F max
– 60°C (– 76°F) /
+ 85°C (+ 185°F)
– 60°C (– 76°F) /
+ 71°C (+ 160°F)
(Short excursions up to 85°C possible at currents below 1 A).
Physical characteristics
Diameter (max)
Height (max; finish without radial tabs)
Typical weight
Li metal content
Standard cell comes with resin potting in the topshell area and
two radial 0.15 mm - thick nickel tabs
Finish with positive button on request
Finish with individual fuse on request
June 2004
9.2 Ah
Open circuit voltage (at + 20°C)
Storage
Main applications
R20 - D
34.2 mm (1.345 in)
59.3 mm (2.33 in)
85 g (3 oz)
2.7 g
2.9
LO 26 SXC
2.8
Cell Voltage (V)
2.7
+ 55°C
+ 20°C
2.6
0°C
2.5
– 20°C
– 30°C
2.4
– 40°C
2.3
2.2
0.1
1.0
10.0
Current (Amps)
Voltage at mid-discharge versus Current and Temperature (2.0 V cut off)
3.0
2.9
2.8
Cell Voltage (V)
2.7
2.6
2.5
2.4
0.25 A
2.3
0.5 A
2.2
1A
2.1
2A
2.0
4A
1.9
1.8
1
0
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5
6
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9
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Overall dimensions
Discharge Capacity (Ah)
Typical discharge profiles at +20ºC
10.0
9.5
Handling precautions
Cell is pressurized.
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Do not puncture, open or mutilate.
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Do not obstruct the safety vent mechanism.
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Do not short circuit or charge.
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Do not expose to fire or temperatures
above + 70°C (+ 160°F).
Discharge Capacity (Ah)
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9.0
8.5
8.0
+ 20°C
+ 55°C
7.5
7.0
6.5
6.0
5.5
5.0
0°C
4.5
– 20°C
– 30°C
4.0
3.5
– 40°C
3.0
0.1
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Current (Amps)
Capacity versus Current and Temperature - 2.0 V cut off)
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