DIN EN 50272-1:2011-10

This European Standard contains the basic specifications referred to in the other parts of this standard: - DIN EN 50272-2 - Stationary batteries; - DIN EN 50272-3 - Traction batteries; - DIN EN 50272-4 - Batteries for use in portable appliances. The requirements for batteries regarding safety, reliability, life expectancy, mechanical strength, cycle stability, internal resistance and temperature are determined by various applications, and this, in turn, determines the selection of the battery design and technology. In general, the requirements and specifications are specified for lead-acid and nickel-cadmium batteries. For other battery systems, the requirements apply accordingly. The standard covers safety aspects, taking into account hazards associated with - electricity (installation, charging, discharging, etcetera, of batteries), - electrolyte, - inflammable gas mixtures, - storage and transportation. The responsible Committee is K 371 "Akkumulatoren" ("Secondary cells and batteries") of the DKE (German Commission for Electrical, Electronic and Information Technologies) at DIN and VDE.