SAFT LSH20

Primary lithium battery
LSH 20
3.6 V Primary lithium-thionyl chloride (Li-SOCl2)
High power
D-size spiral cell
Benefits
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High voltage response, stable during
most of the lifetime of the application
High drain/pulse capability
Wide operating temperature range
(-60°C/+85°C)
Easy integration into compact
systems
Low self-discharge rate
(less than 3% after 1 year of storage
at +20°C)
Key features
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Stainless steel container
Hermetic glass-to-metal sealing
Built-in safety vent
Finish with 5 A fuse
Non-flammable electrolyte
Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
Component Recognition
(File Number MH 12609)
Restricted for transport (Class 9)
Main applications
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Radiocommunication and other
military applications
Alarms and security systems
Beacons and emergency location
transmitters
GPS
Metering systems
Sonobuoys
Tracking systems
GSM communication
NATO stock number
6135 14 440 1213
October 2006
Cell size references
UM1 – R20 – D
Electrical characteristics
(typical values relative to cells stored for one year or less at + 30°C max.)
Nominal capacity
13.0 Ah
(at 15 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 2 mA + 20°C)
3.67 V
3.6 V
Pulse capability: Typically up to 4000 mA
(4000 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
(to maintain cell heating within safe limits. Battery packs may imply lower
level of maximum current and may request specific thermal protection.
Consult Saft)
Storage
(recommended)
(for more severe conditions, consult Saft)
1800 mA
+ 30°C (+ 86°F) max
Operating temperature range
(Operation above ambient T may lead to reduced capacity and
lower voltage readings at the beginning of pulses. Operation with
current continuously above 1 A may restrict upper T range. Consult Saft)
- 60°C/+ 85°C
(- 76°F/+ 185°F)
Physical characteristics
Diameter (max)
33.4 mm (1.32 in)
Height (max)
61.6 mm (2.42 in)
Typical weight
100 g (3.5 oz)
Li metal content
approx. 3.8 g
Available termination suffix
CN, CNR
CNA (AX)
FL
radial tabs
axial leads
flying leads ...etc.
Cell voltage (V)
LSH 20
Ø 33.1 ± 0.3
Ø 9.3 ± 0.1
(on flat surface)
Current (mA)
2.1 ± 0.2
Voltage plateau versus Current and Temperature (at mid-discharge)
Cell voltage (V)
61.0 ± 0.6
0.5
Ø 18.0 ± 0.2
(on flat surface)
Dimensions in mm.
Time (hours)
Typical discharge profiles at + 20°C
• The storage area should be
clean, cool (preferably not
exceeding + 30°C), dry and
ventilated.
Warning
• Fire, explosion and burn hazard.
Capacity (Ah)
Storage
• Do not recharge, short circuit,
crush, disassemble, heat above
100°C (212°F), incinerate,
or expose contents to water.
• Do not solder directly to the cell
(use tabbed cell versions instead).
Current (mA)
Restored Capacity versus Current and Temperature (2.0 V cut off)
Doc. No 31015-2- 1006
Saft
Specialty Battery Group
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93170 Bagnolet - France
Tel +33 (0)1 49 93 19 18
Fax +33 (0)1 49 93 19 69
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and becomes contractual only after written confirmation by Saft.
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For more details on primary lithium technologies please refer to
Primary Lithium Batteries Selector Guide Doc No 31048-2.
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