Primary lithium batteries
LO 43 SHX
3.0 V Primary lithium - sulfur dioxide (Li-SO
2
)
Very high drain and pulse capability
5
/
C-size spiral cell
4
Benefits
High and stable discharge
voltage
Superior pulse capability
Performance not affected by cell
orientation
Long storage possible before use
Ability to withstand extreme
temperature
Key features
Low self - discharge rate
(less than 3 % after 1 year of
storage at + 20
°C)
Hermetic glass-to-metal sealing
Built-in safety vent
(at the negative end of the cell)
Restricted for transport
(class 9)
UL Component Recognition
(File Number MH 15076)
Meets shock, vibration and other
environmental requirements of
military specifications
Made in the USA
Main applications
Radiocommunications and other
military applications
Beacons and Emergency Location
Transmitters
Sonobuoys
Emergency car door opening
system
Cell size references
Electrical characteristics
(typical values for cells stored for one year or less)
Nominal capacity
(at 0.2 A + 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 0.6 A + 21°C/+ 70°F)
5 4
/
R14
–
5
/
4
C
5.0 Ah
3.0 V
2.8 V
2.5 A
Maximum recommended continuous current
(to avoid over-heating. Higher currents possible, consult Saft)
Pulse capability : Typically up to 10 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)
(possible without leakage)
+ 30°C (+ 86°F) max
_ 60°C/+ 85°C
(_ 76°F/+ 185°F)
_ 60°C/+ 70°C
(_ 76°F/+ 158°F)
Operating temperature range
(Short excursions up to + 85
°C
possible at currents below 1 A)
Physical characteristics
Diameter (max)
Height (max; finish with radial tabs)
Typical weight
Li metal content
Standard cell comes with resin potting at the positive end
and two radial 0.15 mm - thick nickel tabs
Other finish configurations available on request.
26.0 mm (1.02 in)
59.2 mm (2.33 in)
53 g (1.86 oz)
1.7 g
February 2008