HD 211.1 S5:1985

Primary batteries - Part 1: General

Scope

This standard applies to primary cells and batteries based on any electrochemical system - The objects of its publication are: a) To ensure the electrical and physical interchangeability of products from different manufacturers b) To limit the number of battery types c) To define a standard of quality and provide guidance for its assessment - These objects are achieved by specifying nomenclature, dimensions, polarity, terminals, marking, test conditions and service output requirements for each battery