What is BS EN 50342‑2 on Lead-acid starter batteries about?
BS EN 50342‑2 is the second part of an international multi-series standard that includes specifications for lead-acid starter batteries.
BS EN 50342‑2 is applicable to lead-acid batteries used for starting, lighting, and ignition of passenger automobiles and light commercial vehicles with a nominal voltage of 12 V.
BS EN 50342‑2 gives technical specifications about lead-acid starter batteries such as general requirements, marking, safety labelling, recommended and other battery types, mounting of batteries, dimensions of battery, marking of polarity.
Who is BS EN 50342‑2 on Lead-acid starter batteries for?
BS EN 50342‑2 on lead-acid starter batteries is useful for:
- Manufacturers and suppliers for lead-acid starter batteries
- Dealers and distributors for lead-acid starter batteries
- Designers of lead-acid starter batteries
- Services/ certification providers for lead-acid starter batteries
Why should you use BS EN 50342‑2 on Lead-acid starter batteries?
Usually, the battery performance is highly efficient if it is discharged slowly, and the capacity of reading is notably higher at a slow discharge rate. Lead-acid can deliver high pulse currents of several C if done for in very less time.
BS EN 50342‑2 specifies technicalities for lead-acid batteries like general requirements, dimensions, and characteristics that will make a lead-acid battery a starter battery. This allows the designers and manufacturers to achieve standardization and safety while production of lead-acid starter batteries.
All batteries in accordance with BS EN 50342‑2 can be fastened to the vehicle either by means of the ledges around the case or by means of a hold-down device engaging with the lid.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 50342‑2:2019 supersedes BS EN 50342‑2:2007+A1:2014, which is withdrawn.
