Performance of advanced lead-acid batteries for load-leveling applications

Journal Article · Mon Oct 01 00:00:00 EDT 1984 · Proc. - Electrochem. Soc.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5391240

Miller, J F; Gay, E C; Hornstra, G F; Yao, N P

Testing and evaluation of advanced lead-acid batteries developed by Exide for load-leveling applications have been conducted at Argonne National Laboratory's National Battery Test Laboratory since April 1982. These batteries (36-kWh and 18-kWh modules) have a projected life of greater than 4000 deep-discharge cycles. This paper presents the results of performance and life tests obtained to date. Battery capacities and efficiencies are shown as a function of discharge rate. The status of ongoing accelerated life-cycle tests being conducted at 50/sup 0/C and 60/sup 0/C are presented.

• Research Organization: Chemical Technology Division Argonne National Laboratory Argonne, IL
• OSTI ID: 5391240
• Journal Information: Proc. - Electrochem. Soc.; (United States), Vol. 84-14
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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