Lithium batteries

Saft's 9 V primary (non-rechargeable) lithium batteries are claimed to have twice the capacity of standard alkaline equivalents, doubling the life between battery changes of equipment using the prismatic-format 9 V power source.

The LS and LS C batteries also provide other benefits of the lithium thionyl chloride electrochemistry - a wide operating temperature range of -60 to +75°C and long storage life.

The batteries can replace a standard alkaline battery of similar format in most applications, as continuous-current and pulse performances are similar.

The ultra long life is particularly useful in equipment such as smoke detectors, alarms and security systems for situations where it is difficult to change a battery.

Other applications include safety and security systems, professional electronics equipment and measurement devices.

There are two versions. The LS battery is optimised for high pulse performance. It can give 200 mA pulses for 1 second per minute, has a nominal capacity of 1.00 Ah and continuous current capability of 40 mA.

The LS C is optimised for maximum capacity. It provides 1.2 Ah nominal capacity, continuous current capability of 12 mA and pulse capability of 100 mA.

The batteries are constructed from three ½ mA and pulse capability of 100 mA.

The batteries are.structed from three ½ AA size primary llithium cells connected in series. Low self-discharge of less than 1% after a year of storage at 20°C gives a very long storage life.

The cells have stainless steel containers and are hermetically sealed. The batteries have a plastic sleeve housing and miniature snap-on connectors, and are non-restricted for transportation.