SAFT LO 34 SX – 3.0V 1.0Ah 1/3 C-Size Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery
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SAFT LO 34 SX 3.0V 1.0Ah Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery is a compact 1/3 C-size primary Li-SO₂ spiral cell designed for reliable power in professional and electronic applications. It provides 1.0Ah capacity, 2.8V nominal operating voltage, 0.5A recommended continuous current and pulse capability typically up to 1A. With a compact 16g design and operating range of approximately -40°C to +70°C, it is suitable for communication, monitoring, instrumentation, tracking, industrial and specialized electronic equipment.
SAFT LO 34 SX – 3.0V 1.0Ah 1/3 C-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 | 1/3 C |
| Country of Manufacture | USA |
| Electrolyte | Non-flammable electrolyte |
| Environmental Performance | Meets shock; vibration and other environmental requirements of military specifications |
| Key Advantage | High and stable discharge voltage; high pulse capability; orientation-independent performance; low self-discharge; long storage life; wide operating temperature range |
| Manufacturer | SAFT |
| Maximum Diameter | 25.6 mm |
| Maximum Height | 20.45 mm |
| Maximum Recommended Continuous Current | 0.5 A |
| Model | LO 34 SX |
| Nominal Capacity | 1.0 Ah |
| Nominal Energy | 3.0 Wh |
| Nominal Voltage | 3.0 V |
| Nominal Voltage Under Load | 2.8 V at 28 mA |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +71°C |
| Primary Applications | Radiocommunications; military equipment; beacons; emergency location transmitters; security systems; professional electronics |
| Product Name | SAFT LO 34 SX Lithium Battery |
| Product Series | SAFT LO/G |
| Product Type | Primary Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂) Battery |
| Pulse Capability | Typically up to 1 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 |
| Terminal Configuration | Two radial nickel tabs |
| Terminal Thickness | 0.15 mm |
| Transport Classification | Non-restricted for transport |
| Typical Weight | 16 g |
| UL Recognition | UL Component Recognition |
SAFT LO 34 SX – 3.0V 1.0Ah 1/3 C-Size Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery
The SAFT LO 34 SX is a compact 3.0V primary Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂) battery designed for reliable power delivery in demanding professional and electronic applications. It uses a 1/3 C-size spiral-cell construction and provides a nominal capacity of 1.0Ah, making it suitable for equipment requiring compact, dependable primary lithium power.
The LO 34 SX offers a 2.8V nominal operating voltage under specified conditions, a maximum recommended continuous current of 0.5A, and pulse capability typically up to 1A. Its spiral construction provides stable discharge characteristics and good pulse performance for applications with intermittent current demands.
Key Features
- Model: SAFT LO 34 SX
- Chemistry: Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂)
- Battery type: Primary / non-rechargeable
- Open-circuit voltage: 3.0V
- Nominal voltage: 2.8V
- Nominal capacity: 1.0Ah / 1,000mAh
- Cell size: 1/3 C
- Construction: Spiral
- Maximum recommended continuous current: 0.5A
- Typical pulse capability: Up to 1A
- Maximum diameter: approximately 25.6mm
- Maximum height: approximately 20.45mm
- Typical weight: approximately 16g
- Operating temperature: approximately -40°C to +70°C
- 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
- High pulse capability
- Performance is not affected by cell orientation
Compact 1/3 C-Size Design
The LO 34 SX is designed as a compact 1/3 C-size cell, with a maximum diameter of approximately 25.6mm and maximum height of approximately 20.45mm. Its typical weight is approximately 16g, making it useful where equipment designers need to balance battery performance with limited available space.
The standard cell configuration includes resin potting in the topshell area and two radial nickel tabs, while alternative configurations may be available depending on application requirements.
Reliable Performance and Storage
SAFT specifies the LO 34 SX for operation across approximately -40°C to +70°C. The cell is designed for long storage before use and has a low self-discharge characteristic. SAFT documentation also highlights its ability to provide high and stable discharge voltage and maintain performance regardless of cell orientation.
Typical Applications
The SAFT LO 34 SX can be used in applications requiring compact primary lithium power, including:
- Professional electronic equipment
- Communication equipment
- Monitoring equipment
- Industrial electronics
- Instrumentation
- Emergency and safety equipment
- Portable electronic systems
- Tracking and location equipment
- Specialized electronic devices
- Equipment requiring compact high-reliability primary batteries
SAFT’s Li-SO₂ spiral-cell range is designed for applications requiring continuous current and superimposed pulses, with the LO 34 SX positioned at the compact end of the range.
Important: The SAFT LO 34 SX is a primary, non-rechargeable lithium battery. Verify the required voltage, current profile, physical dimensions and terminal configuration before using it as a replacement battery.