SAFT LO 30 SHX – 3.0V 5.75Ah Thin D-Size Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery
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SAFT LO 30 SHX 3.0V 5.75Ah Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery is a high-power Thin D-size primary Li-SO₂ battery designed for high-drain and pulse applications. It provides 5.75Ah capacity, 3A recommended continuous current and pulse capability typically up to 10A, with reliable performance from approximately -60°C to +70°C. Suitable for military and defense equipment, radio communications, beacons, emergency location transmitters, sonobuoys, tracking equipment and specialized professional electronics.
SAFT LO 30 SHX – 3.0V 5.75Ah Thin D-Size Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery
Product Specifications
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂) |
|---|---|
| Battery Type | Non-rechargeable primary lithium battery |
| Cell Configuration | 1S1P |
| Cell Construction | Spiral |
| Cell Size | Thin D |
| Country of Manufacture | USA |
| Environmental Performance | Meets shock; vibration and other environmental requirements of military specifications |
| Key Advantage | High and stable discharge voltage; superior pulse capability; orientation-independent performance; low self-discharge; long storage capability; wide operating temperature range |
| Manufacturer | SAFT |
| Maximum Diameter | 29.1 mm |
| Maximum Height | 59.9 mm |
| Maximum Recommended Continuous Current | 3 A |
| Model | LO 30 SHX |
| Nominal Capacity | 5.75 Ah |
| Nominal Energy | 17.25 Wh |
| Nominal Voltage | 3.0 V |
| Nominal Voltage Under Load | 2.8 V at 0.6 A |
| Operating Temperature | -60°C to +70°C |
| Primary Applications | Radiocommunications; military equipment; beacons; Emergency Location Transmitters; sonobuoys |
| Product Name | SAFT LO 30 SHX Lithium Battery |
| Product Series | SAFT LO/G |
| Product Type | Primary Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂) Battery |
| Pulse Capability | Typically up to 10 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 |
| Terminal Configuration | Two radial 0.15 mm nickel tabs |
| Transport Classification | Class 9 |
| Typical Weight | 63 g |
| UL Recognition | UL Component Recognition |
SAFT LO 30 SHX – 3.0V 5.75Ah Thin D-Size Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery
The SAFT LO 30 SHX is a high-power 3.0V primary Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂) battery designed for demanding applications requiring high drain capability, reliable voltage delivery and strong pulse performance. This “Thin” D-size spiral cell provides a nominal capacity of 5.75Ah and is designed for dependable operation in challenging environments.
The LO 30 SHX has a 3.0V open-circuit voltage and approximately 2.8V nominal operating voltage under specified test conditions. It supports a maximum recommended continuous current of 3A and pulse capability typically reaching 10A, depending on pulse characteristics, temperature, cell history and the application’s minimum acceptable voltage.
Key Features
- Model: SAFT LO 30 SHX
- Chemistry: Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂)
- Battery type: Primary / non-rechargeable
- Open-circuit voltage: 3.0V
- Nominal operating voltage: 2.8V
- Nominal capacity: 5.75Ah / 5,750mAh
- Cell size: “Thin” D
- Construction: Spiral
- Maximum recommended continuous current: 3A
- Typical pulse capability: Up to 10A
- Maximum diameter: approximately 29.1mm
- Maximum height: approximately 59.9mm
- Typical weight: approximately 63g
- Operating temperature: approximately -60°C to +70°C
- Short excursions: up to +85°C may be possible at currents below 1A
- Low self-discharge: less than 3% after one year at +20°C
- Hermetic glass-to-metal sealing
- Built-in safety vent
- High and stable discharge voltage
- Superior pulse capability
- Performance independent of cell orientation
High-Drain and Pulse Performance
The LO 30 SHX is designed for applications where equipment requires both continuous current and short-duration high-current pulses. Its 3A recommended continuous current and typically up to 10A pulse capability make it suitable for specialized electronic systems with demanding power profiles. Actual pulse performance depends on the application’s operating conditions.
Long Storage and Harsh-Environment Performance
The battery offers a low self-discharge rate, with SAFT specifying less than 3% after one year of storage at +20°C. Its construction is designed for long storage before use and operation across a wide temperature range, making it suitable for professional and military applications where reliable primary power is required.
Typical Applications
The SAFT LO 30 SHX is suitable for demanding applications including:
- Military and defense equipment
- Radio communication systems
- Radiocommunication equipment
- Beacons
- Emergency location transmitters
- Sonobuoys
- Tracking and location equipment
- Emergency and safety equipment
- High-drain electronic equipment
- Specialized industrial and professional electronics
SAFT specifically identifies radiocommunications, military applications, beacons, emergency location transmitters and sonobuoys among the main applications for the LO 30 SHX.
Physical Construction
The LO 30 SHX is a Thin D-size spiral cell, measuring approximately 29.1mm maximum in diameter and 59.9mm maximum in height, with a typical weight of approximately 63g. The standard cell configuration uses resin potting in the topshell area and radial nickel tabs, while different configurations may be available depending on requirements.
Important: The SAFT LO 30 SHX is a primary, non-rechargeable lithium battery. Do not attempt to recharge or short-circuit the cell. Verify voltage, current profile, terminal configuration and mechanical dimensions before using it as a replacement for an existing battery.