IEC 61951-2:2017

FOREWORD
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Parameter measurement tolerances
5 Cell and battery designation and marking
6 Dimensions
7 Electrical tests
8 Mechanical tests
9 Safety requirements
10 Type approval and batch acceptance
Bibliography

IEC 61951-2:2017 specifies marking, designation, dimensions, tests and requirements for secondary sealed nickel-metal hydride small prismatic, cylindrical and button cells and batteries, suitable for use in any orientation, for portable applications.
This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition:
- addition of battery type;
- addition of ‘F’ (high recovery type) designation for cells and batteries;
- addition of ‘I’ (low self-discharge type) designation for cells;
- revision of Figure 3 (6.1.3.1);
- addition of “optional pip” note to positive contact;
- changed leader line position from pip to flats of positive contact (B and G).