Sealed Lead-Acid Batteries FEATURES Sealed/Maintenance-Free The valve regulated, spill-proof construction of the Power-Sonic battery allows trouble-free, safe operation in any position. There is no need to add electrolyte, as gases generated during overcharge are recombined in a unique oxygen cycle. Easy Handling No special handling precautions or shipping containers surface or air are required due to leak-proof construction. Economical The high watt-hour per dollar value is made possible by the materials used in a sealed lead-acid battery: they are readily available and low in cost. Long Service Life Under normal operating conditions, four or five years of dependable service life can be expected in stand-by applications, or between 2 and 1 charge/ discharge cycles depending on the average depth of discharge. Design Flexibility Batteries may be used in series and/or parallel to obtain choice of voltage and capacity. Due to recent design breakthroughs, the same battery may be used in either cyclic or standby applications. Over 4 models are available to choose from. Rugged Construction The high impact resistant battery case is made either of nonconductive ABS plastic or styrene. Large capacity batteries frequently have polypropylene cases. All of these materials impart great resistance to shock, vibration, chemicals and heat. Compact Power-Sonic batteries use state-of-the-art design, high grade materials, and a carefully controlled plate-making process to provide excellent output per cell. The high energy density results in superior power/volume and power/weight ratios. High Discharge Rate Low internal resistance allows discharge currents of up to ten times the rated capacity of the battery. Relatively small batteries may thus be specified in applications requiring high peak currents. Long Shelf Life A low self-discharge rate permits storage of fully charged batteries for up to a year at room temperature before charging is required. Lower storage temperatures enhance shelf life characteristics even further. Wide Operating Temperature Range Power-Sonic batteries may be discharged over a temperature range of -2 C to +6 C (-4 F to +14 F) and charged at temperatures ranging from -2 C to +5 C (-4 F to +122 F). Deep Discharge Recovery Special separators, advanced plate composition, and a carefully balanced electrolyte system have greatly improved the ability of recovering from excessively deep discharge.
Discharge Time CAPACITY VARIATION BY CURRENT LOAD When a battery discharges current at a constant rate, its capacity changes according to the amperage load. Capacity increases when the discharge current is less than the 2-hour rate and decreases when the current is higher. The graph below shows capacity curves for major Power-Sonic battery models with different ampere-hour ratings. Amperage is on the horizontal scale and the time elapsed is on the vertical scale; the product of these values is the capacity. Proper selection of the battery for a specific application can be made from this graph if the required time and current are known. For example, to determine the proper capacity of a battery providing 3 amps for 2 minutes, locate the intersection of these values on the graph. The curve immediately above that point represents the battery which will meet the requirement. 1 8 6 5 4 3 2.5 AH AH 1. AH.8 AH 3. AH 2.3 AH 2. AH 5 AH 8 AH 12 AH 4.5 AH 7 AH 1 AH 2 AH 33 AH 55 AH 18 AH 26 AH 4 AH 14 AH 11 AH 1 AH 75 AH DISCHARGE TIME AS FUNCTION OF DISCHARGE CURRENT min hrs 1 9 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 54 42 36 3 24 18 12 Ambient temp. 2 C (68 F) 6.2.3.5.7.1.15.2.3.4.5.6.8 1 1.5 2 3 4 5 6 8 1 15 2 3 4 5 6 8 1 Discharge Current (Amps) 2 The discharge times reflect cut-off voltages which vary with the discharge current: LOAD CURRENT FINAL VOLTAGE.5 C 1.75 V/cell.1 C 1.75 V/cell.2 C 1.75 V/cell "C" = Capacity of battery.5 C 1.67 V/cell Example: The.5 C current for an 8 A.H. 1. C 1.5 V/cell battery is 4 A. The.1 C current 8 ma. 2. C 1.5 V/cell 3. C 7 V/cell
Capacity Retention Ratio (%) PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS 6.5 13 6.5 13 Battery Voltage (V) 6. 5.5 5. 4.5 12 11 1 9.6C.175C.25C.1C.5C Battery Voltage (V) 6. 5.5 5. 4.5 12 11 1 9.6C.175C.25C.1C.5C 4. 8 3C 2C 1C 1 2 3 5 1 2 3 6 2 3 5 1 2 3 min h Discharge Time @ 2 C (68 F) 4. 8 3C 2C 1C 1 2 3 5 1 2 3 6 2 3 5 1 2 3 min h Discharge Time @ C (32 F) Characteristic Discharge Curves Characteristic Discharge Curves Capacity Ratio (%) 12 1 8 6 4 2.5C.1C.25C.6C 1C 2C 1 8 6 4 4 C (14 F) 3 C (86 F) 2 C (68 F) 5 C (41 F) Charging is not necessary unless 1% of capacity is required. Charging before use is necessary to recover full capacity. Charge may fail to restore full capacity. Do not let battery reach this state, -2-1 1 2 3 4 5 6 Temperature ( C) Effect of Temperature on Capacity 2 4 6 8 1 12 14 16 18 2 Storage Period (Months) Self-Discharge Characteristics CHARGING Dependable performance and long service life depend upon correct charging. Faulty procedures or inadequate charging equipment result in decreased battery life and/or unsatisfactory performance. To charge a Power-Sonic battery, a DC voltage higher than the open circuit voltage of 2.15 volts per cell is applied to the terminals of the battery. Any of the con-ventional charging techniques may be used, but to obtain maximum service life and capacity, along with acceptable recharge time, constant voltage - current limited charging is recommended. During constant voltage or taper charging, the battery s current acceptance decreases as voltage and state of charge increase. The battery is fully charged once the current stabilizes at a low level for a few hours. Cycle Applications: Limit initial current to.2c (C is the nominal A.H. capacity of the battery). Charge until battery voltage (under charge) reaches 2.45 volts per cell at 68 F (2 C). Hold at 2.45 volts per cell until current drops to approximately.1c amperes. Battery is fully charged under these conditions, and charger should either be disconnected or switched to float voltage. Float or Stand-by Service: Hold battery across constant voltage source of 2.25 to 2.3 volts per cell continuously. When held at this voltage, the battery will seek its own current level and maintain itself in a fully charged condition. APPLICATION NOTES Continuous over- or undercharging is the single worst enemy of a lead-acid battery. Caution should be exercised to insure that the charger is disconnected after cycle charging, or that the float voltage is set correctly. Because there is a chance of off-gassing hydrogen and oxygen if the battery is overcharged, it is important to provide adequate air circulation. Never charge or discharge a battery in a hermetically sealed enclosure. Batteries should not be stored in a discharged state (or in a hot place). If a battery has been discharged for some time it may not readily take a charge. To overcome this, leave the charger connected and the battery should eventually begin to accept a charge. Due to the self-discharge characteristics of this type of battery, it is imperative that they be charged after 6-9 months of storage, otherwise permanent loss of capacity might occur as a result of sulfation. To prolong shelf life without charging, store batteries at 5 F (1 C) or less. 3
Nickel-Cadmium & Nickel-Metal Hydride Batteries FEATURES Large Array of Sizes & Types: Power-Sonic offers a broad range of cell sizes and types to meet a wide range of configuration requirements and applications. capacities range from 6-125 mah. Exceptional Performance: State of the art design and a meticulously controlled manufacturing process ensure the highest performance levels in terms of energy density and voltage stability. Rugged, Durable and Safe: The cylindrical steel case and special construction methods result in extremely impact and vibration resistant batteries designed to withstand hostile environments. A resealable safety valve automatically controls vent pressure and thus assures safe and reliable operation. Long Service Life: 5-1 charge/discharge cycles can be obtained depending on the average depth of discharge, and five years or more of trouble-free operation when used in stand-by (trickle charge) service at room temperature. Wide Temperature Range: An operating temperature range from -2 C to +6 C for regular cells, and -2 C to 7 C for Hi-Temp cells provides design flexibility for a wide spectrum of environmental extremes. Even for charging, allowable temperatures range from C to 5 C. Uniformity of Cells: This is achieved through a quality control process which electronically screens cells as to capacity and impedance a feature which virtually eliminates the need for cell matching and thus enhances long term performance in cell assemblies. 4 Discharge Voltage (V) Voltage (V) Charge:.1C ma x 15h Temp: 68 ±5.4 F (2 ±3 C) 1..9 2C 1C.5C 2 4 6 8 1 12 14 Duration (minutes) Discharge Characteristics Charge (Standard) 1.6 1.5 2 4 6 8 1 12 14 Charge Time (h) Charge Characteristics Charge:.1C ma x 15h 32 F ( C) 68 F (2 C) 113 F (45 C) 16 18 Discharge Voltage (V) Capacity Available Charge:.1C ma x 15h Temp: 68 ±5.4 F (2 ±3 C 1..9.2C.1C 2 4 6 8 1 12 14 Duration (h) Discharge Characteristics Capacity vs Temperature 1 9 8 7 6 5 Charge Current:.1C ma x 15h Time: 15hrs. Discharge Current:.2CmA End Voltage: 1.V/cell Charge Characteristics Discharge Characteristics: Std. Cell Discharge Characteristics - Hi Temp Cell -2-1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Operating Temperature ( C) Temperature Characteristics
+ + + + + + SPECIFICATIONS NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES STANDARD CELLS Model Cell Volt Capacity Std. Charge Quick Charge Diameter Height Weight Terminal Number Size V ma ma hrs. ma hrs. in. mm in. mm g Profile PS-AAA AAA 25 25 15 66 4.5.41 1.5 1.75 44.5 1 2 PS-2/3AA 2/3AA 3 3 15 85 4.5.57 14.5 8 3. 13 1 PS-AA AA 6 6 15 18 4.5.57 14.5 1.89 48. 21 1 PS-AAL AA high top 6 6 15 18 4.5.57 14.5 1.97 5. 21 2 PS-AAX AA 7 7 15 23 4.5.57 14.5 1.89 48. 22 1 PS-85AA AA 85 85 15 255 4.5.57 14.5 1.89 48. 23 1 PS-85AAL AA high top 85 85 15 255 4.5.57 14.5 1.97 5. 23 2 PS-2/3A 2/3A 6 6 15 18 4.5.67 17. 1 28.1 19 1 PS-4/5A 4/5A 1 1 15 3 4.5.67 17. 1.67 42.4 3 1 PS-A A 14 14 15 42 4.5.67 17. 1.7 43.2 33 1 PS-SC Sub C 15 15 15 45 4.5.91 23. 1.69 43. 45 1 PS-C C 2 2 15 6 4.5 26. 1.97 5. 68 3 PS-CX C 25 25 15 75 4.5 26. 1.97 5. 75 3 PS-1/2D 1/2D 24 24 15 with - VO* 8 32.4 5 36.8 8 3 PS-D D 4 4 15 with - VO* 33. 2.3 58.5 125 3 PS-DL D high top 4 4 15 with - VO* 33. 2.4 61. 125 2 PS-DF D 45 45 15 with - VO* 33. 2.3 58.5 13 3 PS-DX D 5 5 15 with - VO* 33. 2.3 58.5 155 3 PS-F F 7 7 15 with - VO* 33. 3.59 9 231 3 HIGH TEMPERATURE CELLS (H-TYPE) *Quick or rapid charge only with negative delta voltage cut-off PS-1/3AAH 1/3AA 11 11 15 n/a.57 14.5.67 17. 7 1 PS-AAH AA 7 7 15 n/a.57 14.5 1.89 48. 21 1 PS-SCH Sub C 15 15 15 n/a.91 23. 1.69 43. 45 1 PS-CH C 2 2 15 n/a 26. 1.97 5. 66 3 PS-DH D 4 4 15 n/a 33. 2.3 58.5 125 3 HIGH CAPACITY - RAPID CHARGE CELLS PS-AAXF AA 7 7 15 7 1.5*.57 14.5 1.89 48. 22 1 PS-SCXF Sub C 18 18 15 18 1.5*.91 23. 1.69 43. 6 1 PS-CXF C 25 25 15 25 1.5* 26. 1.97 5. 72 3 PS-DXF D 5 5 15 5 1.5* 33. 2.3 58.5 128 3 *With - VO (negative delta voltage) cut-off PCBM (Printed Circuit Board Mount) MEMORY SAVE CELLS PCBM-2.4 2.4 11 4 48.57 14.5 5 34.5 15 P.C. PINS PCBM-3.6 3.6 11 4 48.57 14.5 2.2 52. 23 P.C. PINS POW ER-SONIC 1 5C 11 6 BNK POW ER-SONIC 1 5C 11 6 BNK POW ER-SONIC 1 5C 11 6 BNK SPECIFICATIONS NICKEL-METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES CYLINDRICAL CELLS NH-6AAA AAA 6 6 15 185 4.41 1.5 1.75 44.5 1 1 NH-125AA AA 125 125 15 37 4.57 14.5 1.89 48. 25 1 NH-125AAL AA high top 125 125 15 37 4.57 14.5 1.97 5. 25 2 NH-15AA AA 16 16 15 53 4.57 14.5 1.89 48. 26 1 NH-15AAL AA high top 15 15 15 45 4.57 14.5 1.97 5. 26 2 NH-16A 4/5A 16 16 15 53 4.67 17. 1.67 42.4 33 1 NH-21A A 21 21 15 63 4.67 17. 1.97 5. 37 1 NH-3SC Sub C 3 3 15 TCO**.91 23. 1.69 43. 59 1 NH-37A 4/3A 37 37 15 TCO**.67 17. 2.64 67. 53 1 NH-7D D 7 7 15 TCO** 33. 2.3 58.5 16 3 NH-7DL D high top 7 7 15 TCO** 33. 2.4 61. 16 2 NH-8D D 8 8 15 TCO** 33. 2.3 58.5 16 3 NH-125F F 125 125 15 TCO** 33. 3.59 9 25 3 BUTTON CELLS **Quick or rapid charge only with delta temp. cut-off NH-B8 8 8 15 n/a.81 15.4.25 6.3 3.5 NH-B32 32 32 15 n/a.98 25..34 8.7 14.5 NH-TR7 9V Size 8.4 15 15 15 n/a 48.5 x 26.5 x 17.5 mm 42 snap-on For cells with solder tabs add "T" to the part number POSITIVE TERMINAL PROFILES: 1= Flat Top; 2 = Button Top; 3 = Low Profile Button 5
15 3 CHARGE CHARACTERISTICS Charge Characteristics Rapid Charge Characteristics* Trickle Charge Characteristics (H Type) 1.7 15 hrs. Charge:.1C ma x 15 hrs. 1.7 Charge:.1C ma x 1.5 hrs. 1.7 Charge Current:.33C ma Cell Voltage (V) Cell Voltage (V) 1.6 1.5 C 2 C 4 C Cell Voltage (V) 1.6 1.5 1 C 2 C 4 C Cell Voltage (V) Cell Voltage (V) 1.6 1.5 C 2 C 4 C 6 C 7 C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 11 12 13 14 15 Charge time (hours) CELLSELECTOR GUIDE 3 6 9 Charge time (minutes) 1 2 3 4 5 Charge time (hours) *CAUTION: NiMH batteries require rapid charge termination circuitry different from that of NiCd's: delta temperature cut-off ( TCO) is recommended. 1 DISCHARGE TIME AS A FUNCTION OF DISCHARGE CURRENT 8 6 11 2 85 22 18 6 7 5 8 13 15 4 45 < 1 hours 5 Discharge Time (minutes) 4 3 < 5 hours 2 15 < 3 hours 1 8 7 6 5 < 1 hour 4 3 1 25 2 7 2 1 Final voltage: 1V/cell Ambient temp.: 2 C 2 3 5 7 1 2 3 4 5 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 ma Discharge Current Amps LIFE CHARACTERISTICS 12 Life Characteristics for Cycle Use Life Characteristics for Quick Charge Cycle Use 12 12 Life Characteristics for Trickle Charge Use 1 1 1 Capacity ratio 8 6 4 2 Charge:.12CmA, 1h Discharge: 1 CmA, 1.V/cell Temperature: 2 C (68 F) Capacity ratio 8 6 4 2 Charge: 1. CmA, cut off the current at 45 on the temperature sensor. Discharge: 1CmA, 1.V/cell Temperature: 2 C (68 F) Capacity ratio 8 6 4 2 Charge:.4CmA Discharge: 1CmA, 1.V/cell Capacity Test: Every six months Temperature: 2 C (68 F) 2 4 6 8 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 Number of cycles Number of cycles Cell Life (years) 6
SLA Battery Chargers FEATURES Electronically regulated - current limited chargers for sealed lead-acid type batteries. Wall mount plug-in design for 25, 3, 5, 8 series and 61A; counter top design for 241A, 2, 4 and 1A series. Operating temperature range: 32 F 14 F ( C 4 C). Input voltage: 11/12 VAC, 6Hz. PSC-122Aand PSC- 241A can be switched to accept 22/23 VAC, 5Hz. LED s: For 25A & 5A series: POWER ON and CHARGING MODE (ON=high-rate charging, OFF=float charging). For 3, 8, 1, & 1A series: FLOAT and FAST CHARGE indicators. For 2A, 241A and 4 series: single tri-color indicator. Hi-impact resistant thermo-plastic housing for 25, 3, 5, and 8 series; metal housing for 1, 2, 4, and 1A series. Screw-type terminals for 25 & 5 series, I/O cord with battery connectors for 3, 8, 1, 2, 4 and 1A series chargers. SPECIFICATIONS CHARACTERISTICS F Series: Float chargers are designed to provide optimum life for batteries used in standby applications where charging is continuous. The chargers deliver a constant voltage of 2.25 to 2.3 volts per cell which allow the battery to seek its own current level and maintain itself in a fully charged condition. This series is best suited for burglar and fire alarm equipment, emergency lighting, memory protection, or UPS systems where the battery serves as back-up power to the AC source. A Series: Automatic dual rate chargers sense battery requirements and automatically switch from the fast charge to float mode, or vice versa. LED s provide visual indication of the charging mode. Automatic chargers combine the advantages of float and cycle chargers; recharge time is short yet batteries are safe from being overcharged. This charger is ideal for cyclic applications where recharge time is critical and the battery may be left on charge indefinitely. As a result charging is fool-proof. 8 Model Output Voltage (V) Output Current (A) Dimensions (in.) Weight Type Nominal Range Nominal Maximum Length Width Height (lbs.) PSC-625F 6 6.83.3.4 Fixed volt. float 2.2 1.96 1.88.5 PSC-625A 6 6.75/7.35.3.4 Dual volt. auto. 2.2 1.96 1.88.5 PSC-63A 6 6.84/7.35.3.3 Dual volt. auto. 2.75 2.75 3.75 6 PSC-65A 6 6.75/7.35.6.75 Dual volt. auto. 2.55 1.88 2.89.8 PSC-61A 6 6.84/7.35 1. 1. Dual volt. auto. 2.75 2.75 3.75 6 PSC-64A 6 6.75/7.35 3.5 4. Dual volt. auto. 5.7 5.8 3.3 6. PSC-1225F 12 13.65.25.4 Fixed volt. float 2.2 1.96 1.88.5 PSC-1225A 12 13.5/14.7.25.4 Dual volt. auto. 2.2 1.96 1.88.5 PSC-123A 12 13.68/14.7.3.3 Dual volt. auto. 2.75 2.75 3.75 6 PSC-125F 12 13.65.5.6 Fixed volt. float 2.55 1.88 2.89.8 PSC-125A 12 13.5/14.7.5.6 Dual volt. auto. 2.55 1.88 2.89.8 PSC-128A 12 13.68/14.7.8.8 Dual volt. auto. 2.75 2.75 3.75 6 PSC-122A 12 13.5/14.7 2. 2. Dual volt. auto. 5.55 3.6 2.9 3.8 PSC-124A 12 13.5/14.7 4. 4.75 Dual volt. auto. 6.65 5.3 3.4 7.4 PSC-124AP 12 13.5/14.7 4. 3.5/2.5 Charger/Power Supply 6.65 5.3 3.4 7.4 PSC-12-1A 12 13.5/14.7 1. 1. Dual volt. auto. 7.95 6.1 4.5 9. PSC-241A 24 27./29.4 1. 1. Dual volt. auto. 5.55 3.6 2.9 3.8
NiCd / NiMH Chargers PSN-SERIES FEATURES Electronically-regulated, current-limited 2-stage chargers for nickel cadmium and nickel metal-hydride batteries. Timed C/1 charge rate with automatic switching to C/4 trickle rate after fourteen hours to keep the battery fully charged. LED s indicate charge mode. Units are calibrated to the battery pack s specifications based on the number and mah capacity of the cells. Assemblies of 1-12 cells and capacities of 5-5 mah can be charged in about 14 hours. The wall mount design chargers are shipped with a 6-foot 18-AWG output cable with 2.5mm ID barrel plug connector and feature a vented housing made of tough ABS plastic. To order, indicate number and capacity (mah) of cells. Example: 5 cells (6 volt) - 14 mah. PSN-SERIES SPECIFICATIONS Input voltage range: Operating temperature: Dimensions: Weight: 11 to 12 VAC, 6 Hz. to 4 C (32 to 14 F) 2.8 W x 3.8 H x 2.8 D Approximately 1.5 lbs. Caution: Chargers are not protected against reverse polarity connectionn. Reversing polarity or shorting will damage the battery and the charger.. SLA CHARGER SELECTION GUIDE Charger Max Output Use With Battery U.L./CSA Model ma Voltage Capacity Listing PSC-625F 4 6V 1-5 AH U.L. PSC-625A 4 6V 1-5 AH U.L. PSC-63A 3 6V 1-5 AH CSA/NRTL* PSC-65A 5 6V 2-1 AH U.L. PSC-61A 1 6V 4.5-12 AH CSA/NRTL* PSC-64A 4 6V 2-4 AH - - - PSC-1225F 375 12V 1-5 AH U.L. PSC-1225A 275 12V 1-5 AH U.L. PSC-123A 3 12V 1-5 AH CSA/NRTL* PSC-125F 6 12V 2-1 AH U.L. PSC-125A 5 12V 2-1 AH U.L. PSC-128A 8 12V 4-12 AH CSA/NRTL* PSC-122A** 2 12V 1-2 AH CSA PSC-124A** 4 12V 17-4 AH CSA PSC-124AP*** 35 12V 17-4 AH CSA PSC-12-1** 1 12V 6-1 AH - - - PSC-241A** 1 24V 5-15 AH CSA Notes: Recharge time depends on the depth of the preceding discharge and the output current of the charger. To determine the approximate recharge time of a fully discharged battery, divide the battery s amp. hrs. by the rated output current of the charger and multiply the resulting number of hours by a factor of 1.75 to compensate for the declining output current during the charge cycle. If the amount of amp. hrs. discharged from the battery is known, use it instead of the battery s capacity to make the calculation. * The NRTL/C mark appearing next to the CSA stamp indicates that the charger was also tested to meet U.L. requirements (UL 131). Under the provisions of this agreement, CSA and U.L. can now test to each others specifications and thus obtain approval for both organizations. ** PSC-122A, PSC-241A and PSC-124A can be switched to accept 115 VAC or 23 VAC input (47-63 Hz) allowing usage both here and abroad. *** PSC-124AP should be used when the automatic dual rate charger is used like a power supply. As such it can supply a continuous load current of up to 2.5A, yet still switch into float mode (13.8V) when the battery is fully charged.