What is BS EN 61056-2 - Lead-acid batteries about?
BS EN 61056-2 specifies the dimensions, terminals, and marking for all general purpose lead-acid cells, and batteries of the valve regulated type:
- For either cyclic or float charge application
- In portable equipment, for instance, incorporated in tools, toys, or in static emergency, or uninterruptible power supply, and general power supplies.
BS EN 61056-2 defines the dimensions of the batteries in length, height, and width, as well as the shapes of the terminals. The lead-acid cells, and batteries which are described in BS EN 61056-2 should be tested according to the requirements of IEC 61056-1. Conformance to BS EN 61056-2 requires that dimensions, terminals, and marking correspond to these requirements.
Who is BS EN 61056-2 - Lead-acid batteries for?
BS EN 61056-2 on general purpose lead-acid batteries is helpful for:
- Marine applications
- Battery electric vehicles
- Back-up power supplies
- For electric scooters, electric wheelchairs, electrified bicycles
Why should you use BS EN 61056-2 - Lead-acid batteries?
Having access to quality requirements, and characteristics is essential to build, and use standardized lead-acid batteries. BS EN 61056-2 provides manufacturers with the dimensions, terminals, and markings which allows them to manufacture, and use lead-acid batteries effectively.
BS EN 61056-2 contributes to efficient, and safe use of lead-acid batteries.
What has changed since the last update?
BS EN 61056-2:2012 supersedes EN 61056-2:2003 which has been withdrawn. The main changes in BS EN 61056-2:2012 with regard to EN 61056-2:2003 are:
- The addition of new battery designations
- An update of the requirements like the one concerning the marking
