SAFT LO 26 SHX – 3.0V 7.5Ah D-Size Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery
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SAFT LO 26 SHX is a 3.0V 7.5Ah D-size primary Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂) battery with spiral-cell construction. Designed for high-drain applications, it provides up to 4A recommended continuous current and typically up to 15A pulse capability, with reliable operation from approximately -60°C to +70°C. It is suitable for military electronics, communications, beacons, security systems, tracking equipment and demanding industrial applications.
SAFT LO 26 SHX – 3.0V 7.5Ah D-Size Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery
Product Specifications
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂) |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | Non-rechargeable primary lithium battery |
| Cell Construction | Spiral |
| Cell Size | D |
| Country of Manufacture | USA |
| Diameter | 34.2 mm |
| Environmental Performance | Designed to withstand shock; vibration; and extreme temperature conditions |
| Height | 59.3 mm |
| Key Advantage | Very high drain capability; high pulse capability; high and stable discharge voltage; low self-discharge; long storage life; wide operating temperature range |
| Manufacturer | SAFT |
| Maximum Recommended Continuous Current | 4 A |
| Model | LO 26 SHX |
| Nominal Capacity | 7.5 Ah |
| Nominal Energy | 22.5 Wh |
| Nominal Voltage | 3.0 V |
| Nominal Voltage Under Load | 2.8 V at 0.8 A |
| Operating Temperature | -60°C to +70°C |
| Primary Applications | Radiocommunications; military equipment; emergency location transmitters; beacons; sonobuoys; missiles; cardiac defibrillators |
| Product Name | SAFT LO 26 SHX Lithium Battery |
| Product Series | SAFT LO/G |
| Product Type | Primary Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂) Battery |
| Pulse Capability | Typically up to 15 A |
| Recommended Storage Temperature | +30°C maximum |
| Safety Feature | Built-in safety vent at the negative end |
| Sealing | Hermetic glass-to-metal sealing |
| Self-Discharge | Less than 3% after 1 year at +20°C |
| Short Excursion Temperature | Up to +85°C at currents below 1 A |
| Tab Thickness | 0.15 mm |
| Terminal Configuration | Two radial nickel tabs |
| Transport Classification | Class 9 |
| Typical Weight | 85 g |
| UL Recognition | UL Component Recognition |
SAFT LO 26 SHX – 3.0V 7.5Ah D-Size Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery
The SAFT LO 26 SHX is a high-performance 3.0V 7.5Ah primary lithium battery based on Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂) chemistry. It is a D-size spiral-cell battery developed for applications requiring high continuous current, strong pulse capability and reliable performance under demanding operating conditions.
Unlike SAFT LS and LSH batteries, which use Lithium Thionyl Chloride (Li-SOCl₂), the LO 26 SHX uses Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂) chemistry. SAFT specifies a nominal capacity of 7.5Ah, a 3.0V open-circuit voltage, and a nominal operating voltage of approximately 2.8V under the specified discharge conditions.
Key Features
- Brand: SAFT
- Model: LO 26 SHX / LO26SHX
- Battery type: Primary / non-rechargeable lithium battery
- Chemistry: Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂)
- Nominal capacity: 7.5Ah / 7500mAh
- Open-circuit voltage: 3.0V
- Nominal voltage: 2.8V under specified discharge conditions
- Size: D / R20
- Construction: Spiral cell
- Maximum recommended continuous current: 4A
- Typical pulse capability: Up to 15A
- Operating temperature: approximately -60°C to +70°C
- High and stable discharge voltage
- High drain capability
- High pulse capability
- Low self-discharge
- Long storage capability
- Performance independent of cell orientation
- Hermetic glass-to-metal sealing
- Built-in safety vent
Technical Specifications
| Specification | SAFT LO 26 SHX |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂) |
| Battery Type | Primary / Non-rechargeable |
| Nominal Capacity | 7.5Ah |
| Open-Circuit Voltage | 3.0V |
| Nominal Voltage | 2.8V |
| Cell Size | D / R20 |
| Cell Construction | Spiral |
| Max. Recommended Continuous Current | 4A |
| Typical Pulse Current | Up to 15A |
| Operating Temperature | -60°C to +70°C |
| Max. Diameter | Approx. 34.2mm |
| Max. Height | Approx. 59.3mm |
| Typical Weight | Approx. 85g |
The dimensional and weight figures are consistent with published SAFT LO 26 SHX data.
High-Drain and Pulse Performance
The main advantage of the LO 26 SHX is its ability to deliver considerably higher current than many conventional primary lithium cells. SAFT specifies a recommended continuous current of up to 4A and typical pulse capability of up to 15A, although actual performance depends on pulse duration, temperature, discharge history and the equipment’s minimum operating voltage.
Its spiral construction provides a large electrode surface area, supporting applications where the battery must provide both sustained current and intermittent high-current pulses.
Typical Applications
The SAFT LO 26 SHX is suitable for demanding professional and industrial applications such as:
- Military and defense electronics
- Tactical communication equipment
- Radio communication systems
- Emergency location transmitters
- Beacons
- Security and alarm equipment
- Professional tracking equipment
- Remote monitoring systems
- Industrial instrumentation
- High-drain electronic equipment
- Specialized aerospace and defense electronics
- Medical and professional electronic equipment
SAFT’s LO/G family is designed for applications using continuous currents in approximately the 0.1–5A range, with superimposed high-current pulses.
Reliable Operation in Extreme Conditions
The LO 26 SHX is designed for demanding environments and can operate across a wide temperature range of approximately -60°C to +70°C. SAFT also specifies that the cell’s performance is not affected by its orientation, making it useful in equipment that may be installed or operated in different positions.
The cell incorporates hermetic glass-to-metal sealing and a built-in safety vent, while SAFT specifies low self-discharge and long storage capability.
The SAFT LO 26 SHX is a primary, non-rechargeable lithium battery and must not be recharged. Always verify the required voltage, current profile, dimensions, terminal configuration and equipment compatibility before installation.