prEN 50342-5

Lead-acid starter batteries - Part 5: Mechanical properties of battery housings and handles prEN 50342-5

General information

Current stage: 10.60 Close of voting Jul 24, 2026

Originator: CENELEC

Owner: CLC/TC 21X Secondary cells and batteries

Type: European Norm

Scope

An amendment for Clause 6.4 “Heat resistance test” of EN 50342-5 is needed to match the laboratory endurance
requirements of Lead-acid starter batteries to real world vehicle usage.

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