EN IEC 62485-1:2018

FOREWORD
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 General information
5 Protection against electric shock
6 Disconnection and separation
7 Commissioning and putting batteries into operation
8 Limit values and correction factors
9 Provisions against explosion hazards
10 Provision against electrolyte hazards
11 Marking, labeling and instructions
12 Transport and storage
13 Disposal and environmental aspects
Bibliography
Annex ZA (normative) - Normative references to
         international publications with their
         corresponding European publications

IEC 62485-1:2015 specifies the basic requirements for secondary batteries and battery installations. The requirements regarding safety, reliability, life expectancy, mechanical strength, cycle stability, internal resistance, and battery temperature, are determined by various applications, and this, in turn, determines the selection of the battery design and technology. In general, the requirements and definitions are specified for lead-acid and nickel-cadmium batteries. For other battery systems with aqueous electrolyte, the requirements may be applied accordingly. The standard covers safety aspects taking into account hazards associated with:- electricity (installation, charging, discharging, etc.);- electrolyte;- inflammable gas mixtures;- storage and transportation.