BS EN 50272-1:2010

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

Gives 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.

This European Standard is Part 1 of EN 50272 under the generic title “Safety requirements for secondary batteries and battery installations” with nominal voltages up to DC 1 500 V (low voltage directive) and specifies the basic requirements referred to in the other parts of the standard as follows:

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, 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.

With respect to electrical safety, reference is made to EN 60364-4-41.