SAFT LSH20 3.6V D High-Power Lithium Battery

Description

The SAFT LSH20 is a non-rechargeable 3.6V D-size lithium-thionyl chloride (Li-SOCl₂) battery. It’s designed for industrial and electronic equipment that needs a higher continuous current or brief bursts of power.

Compatible With / Replaces

The LSH20 may be suitable as a replacement for the following high-power 3.6V Li-SOCl₂ D battery models:

• ER34615HD
• LSH20BA

Important: Verify the battery dimensions, terminal configuration, continuous-current requirements, and pulse-current requirements before substituting batteries. Equivalent size and voltage do not guarantee compatibility with every device.

Key Features

• Low self-discharge helps preserve capacity during storage
• Stable voltage through most of the battery’s operating life
• Operating temperature range of −60°C to +85°C
• Stable voltage throughout most of the discharge cycle
• Maximum recommended continuous current: 1.8 A
• Supports brief current pulses up to 4 A under the conditions specified in the data sheet
• Stainless steel case with a hermetic glass-to-metal seal

Typical Applications

• Security and alarm systems
• GPS and asset-tracking devices
• Military and aerospace electronics
• Metering and industrial monitoring equipment
• Radio communication equipment
• Emergency equipment
• Professional electronic equipment

Specifications

• Manufacturer: SAFT
• Model: LSH20
• Chemistry: Lithium-Thionyl Chloride (Li-SOCl₂)
• Cell type: Primary/non-rechargeable
• Nominal voltage: 3.6V
• Nominal capacity: 13 Ah (13,000 mAh)
• Size: D
• Maximum diameter: 33.4 mm
• Maximum height: 61.6 mm
• Typical weight: 100 g
• Terminals: Raised positive button and flat negative contact
• Data Sheet: LSH 20 Product datasheet (PDF)

For equipment with low continuous draw, see the SAFT LS33600 High-Energy D Lithium Battery and compare its current ratings with your equipment’s requirments.

Important: This is a non-rechargeable lithium battery. Do not attempt to recharge.