• Li-SOCl
2
(LS, LST, LSX, LSH cell
series)
– Operating voltage > 3 V
– Ability to operate from
– 60 to +85ºC
– Non-flammable electrolyte
– Cells non-pressurized at
room temperature
– Hermeticity guaranteed
up to +110ºC
– Unrivaled nominal capacities
(LS, LST)
• Li-SO
2
(G, LO cell series)
– Non-flammable electrolyte
– Superior pulse capability
– Excellent capacity above 1 A
– Superior power at – 40ºC
– Hermeticity guaranteed up
to +95ºC
– Wide military acceptance
• Li-MnO
2
(LM cell series)
– Non-corrosive electrolyte
– Cells non-pressurized at
room temperature
– Spiral cells with good pulse
capability
– Minimal voltage delay
– Competitive capacity at high
current and low temperature
(– 40ºC)
• High and stable
operating voltage
– Above 3 V for
LS/LST/LSX/LSH cells.
– Above 2 V for LO/G/LM cells.
• Wide current capability
range
From a few microamperes
base current for the LM buttons
and small LS/LST cells to more
than 10 A pulses for some LO, G,
and LM cells.
• Wide operating
temperature range
From – 60°C up to +85°C
depending on cell type, current
drain and environment conditions.
• Long shelf life
Capacity loss in storage at +20°C
below 1% (LS, LST, LM), 2% (LSX)
and 3% (LSH, G, LO) per year.
• Extended operating life
Typically above 5 years, and up to
15 years for some applications.
• High energy densities
3-10 times greater than the
non-lithium systems.
• Disposal
According to local regulations.
• Adequate safety
Most of Saft’s lithium cells are
UL (Underwriters Laboratories)
recognized, non-restricted
for transport and EN 50020
approved. Most battery packs
comply with European and US
Army standards.
• Storage
The storage area should be
clean, cool (not exceeding
+30°C), dry and ventilated.
*Primary cells and batteries are not rechargeable.
Ǡ “C” cell versions are recommended for use in cool environments, typical of indoor applications. They yield higher voltage
during pulsing at temperature not exceeding repeatedly +55°C.
Ǡ “SHX” cell versions offer superior pulse capability for discharges not exceeding the declared voltage cut-off.
Key features
Saft primary lithium chemistries: specific qualities
Saft lithium cell series: performance data
Data given on following pages relates to batteries aged up to 12 months and properly stored. Consult Saft regarding
specific pulse conditions or usage following prolonged storage and/or exposure to extreme temperatures.
- Nominal capacity at +20ºC and 2 V discharge cut-off (continuous current).
- Maximum recommended continuous current:
- LS/LST/LSX bobbin and coiled cells : the current providing 50% of the nominal capacity at +20ºC and 2 V cut-off.
- LSH/G/LO/LM spirals : the above definition or the current that keeps the cells self-heating within safe limits,
whichever is smaller.
- Maximum recommended pulse current : varies according to pulse characteristics (duration, frequency), temperature
conditions, cell storage conditions prior to usage and the application’s acceptable minimum voltage. The use of parallel
capacitor to enhance the voltage at the beginning of pulses might be recommended. Consult Saft.
- Transport status: according to UN model Regulations Ref. ST/SG/AC.10/1 Revision 13 (2003) and Manual of Tests
and Criteria Ref. ST/SG/AC.10/11 Revision 3, Amendment 1
“Lithium Batteries” – 2002.
