SAFT LS 17500 – 3.6V 3.6Ah A-Size Lithium Battery
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The SAFT LS 17500 is a 3.6V 3.6Ah A-size primary Lithium-Thionyl Chloride (Li-SOCl₂) battery designed for long-life industrial and electronic applications. With bobbin construction, low self-discharge, up to 250mA pulse capability and an operating range of -60°C to +85°C, it is suitable for utility meters, IoT devices, tracking systems, connected sensors, security equipment, medical devices and professional electronics.
SAFT LS 17500 – 3.6V 3.6Ah A-Size Lithium Battery
د.إ34.53
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| 11-50 | د.إ32.89 | 4.76% |
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Product Specifications
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-Thionyl Chloride (Li-SOCl₂) |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | Non-rechargeable primary lithium battery |
| Cell Construction | Bobbin Cell |
| Cell Size | A |
| Construction | Stainless steel container and end caps |
| Country of Manufacture | France |
| Diameter | 17.0 mm |
| Electrolyte | Non-flammable electrolyte |
| Height | 50.5 mm |
| Intrinsic Safety | Class T3 assignment |
| Key Advantage | High energy density; stable voltage response; low self-discharge; wide operating temperature range; corrosion resistance |
| Manufacturer | SAFT |
| Maximum Continuous Discharge Current | 100 mA |
| Model | LS17500 |
| Nominal Capacity | 3.6 Ah |
| Nominal Energy | 12.96 Wh |
| Nominal Voltage | 3.6 V |
| Open Circuit Voltage | 3.67 V |
| Operating Temperature | -60°C to +85°C |
| Primary Applications | Utility metering; automatic meter reading; alarms and security devices; tollgate systems; identification tags; tracking systems; automotive electronics; professional electronics |
| Product Name | SAFT LS17500 |
| Product Series | SAFT LS Series |
| Product Type | Primary Lithium-Thionyl Chloride (Li-SOCl₂) Battery |
| Pulse Capability | Typically up to 250 mA |
| Recommended Storage Temperature | +30°C maximum |
| Safety Standards | IEC 60086-4 / IEC 60079-11 |
| Sealing | Hermetic glass-to-metal seal |
| Self-Discharge | Less than 1% per year at +20°C |
| Terminal Type | Standard / Button Top |
| Typical Weight | 21.9 g |
| UL Recognition | UL Component Recognition |
SAFT LS 17500 – 3.6V 3.6Ah A-Size Lithium Battery
The SAFT LS 17500 is a high-energy 3.6V 3.6Ah primary Lithium-Thionyl Chloride (Li-SOCl₂) battery in the compact A-size format. It uses SAFT’s proven bobbin construction, making it well suited to long-term applications with low continuous current consumption and periodic pulse requirements. SAFT specifies a typical service-life suitability of 5 to 20+ years, depending on the application and load profile.
The LS 17500 provides a stable voltage response throughout most of its service life, very low self-discharge and a wide operating temperature range of -60°C to +85°C. Its compact dimensions make it suitable for space-constrained industrial and electronic equipment.
Key Specifications
- Model: SAFT LS 17500
- Technology: Lithium-Thionyl Chloride (Li-SOCl₂)
- Battery type: Primary / non-rechargeable
- Nominal voltage: 3.6V
- Nominal capacity: 3.6Ah / 3,600mAh
- Nominal energy: 12.96Wh
- Cell size: A-size
- Construction: Bobbin
- Open-circuit voltage: 3.67V
- Maximum recommended continuous current: 100mA
- Pulse capability: Up to 250mA under specified test conditions
- Operating temperature: -60°C to +85°C
- Maximum diameter: 17.16mm
- Maximum height: 50.77mm
- Typical weight: 22g
- Lithium metal content: approximately 0.9g
- Self-discharge: Less than 1% per year at +20°C under specified storage conditions.
Long-Life Lithium Power
The LS 17500 is designed for applications where a battery needs to provide reliable power over an extended period while maintaining a stable voltage. Its low self-discharge and high energy density make it particularly suitable for equipment with low base currents and occasional higher-current pulses.
The cell is capable of operating across a broad temperature range from -60°C to +85°C, making it suitable for industrial equipment exposed to demanding environmental conditions.
Robust Construction
The LS 17500 features a hermetic glass-to-metal seal, stainless-steel container and non-flammable electrolyte. SAFT also specifies low magnetic signature and corrosion resistance for the cell.
The battery is available in multiple termination configurations, including radial tabs, radial pins, axial leads and flying leads. Custom configurations are also available according to SAFT documentation.
Typical Applications
The SAFT LS 17500 is commonly used in:
- Utility metering
- Smart meters and automatic meter reading
- IoT devices
- Connected sensors
- Tracking systems
- GPS and monitoring equipment
- Alarm and security systems
- Medical devices
- Tollgate systems
- Identification and electronic tags
- Automotive electronics
- Industrial and professional electronics
SAFT specifically identifies utility metering, IoT, tracking, alarms and security, connected sensors and medical devices among the typical applications for the LS 17500.
Important: The LS 17500 is a primary, non-rechargeable lithium battery. Actual capacity, pulse performance and service life depend on current drain, pulse characteristics, temperature, cut-off voltage and the equipment design. SAFT recommends application-specific battery sizing for demanding loads.












