Benefits

orientation

temperature

Key features

(less than 3 % after 1 year of

storage at + 20ºC)

(at the negative end of the cell)

(File Number MH 15076)

environmental requirements of

military specifications

Main applications

military applications

Electrical characteristics

(typical values for cells stored for one year or less)

Nominal capacity

3.50 Ah

(under 120 mA + 20ºC 2.0 V cut-off. The capacity restored by the cell varies

according to current drain, temperature and cut-off)

Open circuit voltage (at + 20ºC)

3.0 V

Nominal voltage

(at 120 mA + 20ºC)

2.8 V

Maximum recommended continuous current

2.0 A

(to avoid over-heating. Higher currents possible, consult Saft)

Pulse capability: Typically up to 5 A.

(The voltage 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)

Storage

(recommended)

+ 30ºC (+ 86ºF) max.

(possible without leakage)

- 60ºC/+ 85ºC

(- 76ºF/+185ºF)

Operating temperature range

- 60ºC/+ 70ºC

(- 76ºF/+158ºF)

(Short excursions up to + 85ºC possible at currents below 1 A)

Physical characteristics

Diameter (max)

28.95 mm (1.140 in)

Height (max; finish without radial tabs)

42.29 mm (1.665 in)

Typical weight

40 g (1.41 oz)

Li metal content

1.2 g

Standard cell comes with resin potting in the topshell area and

two radial 0.15 mm - thick nickel tabs

Other configurations available on request.

July 2008

Cell size reference

2

Primary lithium battery

LO 40 SX

High drain capability

2

“Thin” D-size spiral cell