SAFT LO 43 SHX – 3.0V 5.0Ah 5/4 C-Size Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery
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SAFT LO 43 SHX 3.0V 5.0Ah Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery is a high-power 5/4 C-size primary Li-SO₂ spiral cell designed for demanding applications requiring reliable power and high pulse performance. It provides 5.0Ah capacity, 2.5A recommended continuous current and pulse capability typically up to 10A, with an operating temperature range of approximately -60°C to +70°C. Suitable for military and defense equipment, radiocommunications, beacons, emergency location transmitters, sonobuoys and specialized professional electronics.
SAFT LO 43 SHX – 3.0V 5.0Ah 5/4 C-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 | 5/4 C |
| Cell Size Reference | 5/4 R14 |
| 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; superior pulse capability; orientation-independent performance; low self-discharge; long storage capability; wide operating temperature range |
| Lithium Metal Content | 1.7 g |
| Manufacturer | SAFT |
| Maximum Diameter | 26.0 mm |
| Maximum Height | 59.2 mm |
| Maximum Recommended Continuous Current | 2.5 A |
| Model | LO 43 SHX |
| Nominal Capacity | 5.0 Ah |
| Nominal Energy | 15.0 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 applications; beacons; Emergency Location Transmitters; sonobuoys; emergency car door opening systems |
| Product Name | SAFT LO 43 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 nickel tabs |
| Terminal Thickness | 0.15 mm |
| Transport Classification | Class 9 |
| Typical Weight | 53 g |
| UL Recognition | UL Component Recognition |
SAFT LO 43 SHX – 3.0V 5.0Ah 5/4 C-Size Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide Battery
The SAFT LO 43 SHX is a high-power 3.0V primary Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂) battery designed for demanding applications requiring reliable energy delivery, high drain capability and strong pulse performance. It uses a 5/4 C-size spiral-cell construction and provides a nominal capacity of 5.0Ah, making it suitable for professional, military, communication and emergency equipment.
The LO 43 SHX has a 3.0V open-circuit voltage and 2.8V nominal operating voltage under SAFT’s specified conditions. It supports a maximum recommended continuous current of 2.5A and pulse capability typically up to 10A, depending on pulse duration, temperature, cell history and the application’s minimum acceptable voltage.
Key Features
- Model: SAFT LO 43 SHX
- Chemistry: Lithium-Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO₂)
- Battery type: Primary / non-rechargeable
- Open-circuit voltage: 3.0V
- Nominal operating voltage: 2.8V
- Nominal capacity: 5.0Ah / 5,000mAh
- Cell size: 5/4 C
- Cell construction: Spiral
- Maximum recommended continuous current: 2.5A
- Typical pulse capability: Up to 10A
- Maximum diameter: 26.0mm
- Maximum height: 59.2mm
- Typical weight: 53g
- Operating temperature: approximately -60°C to +70°C
- Short excursions: up to +85°C 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
- High pulse capability
- Performance is not affected by cell orientation
High-Drain and Pulse Performance
The LO 43 SHX is part of SAFT’s high-power Li-SO₂ spiral battery range. Its spiral construction provides a large active-material surface area, allowing the cell to deliver both continuous current and short-duration pulses. The specified 2.5A continuous current and up to 10A typical pulse capability make it suitable for equipment with demanding power requirements.
Actual pulse performance can vary depending on pulse duration, frequency, temperature, storage conditions, cell history and the minimum voltage acceptable to the equipment.
Long Storage and Harsh-Environment Performance
The LO 43 SHX is designed for applications where batteries may need to remain stored before deployment. SAFT specifies a self-discharge rate of less than 3% after one year at +20°C. Its operating range of approximately -60°C to +70°C also makes it suitable for demanding cold-weather and professional applications.
The cell incorporates hermetic glass-to-metal sealing and a built-in safety vent. SAFT also states that the cell meets shock, vibration and other environmental requirements of military specifications.
Typical Applications
The SAFT LO 43 SHX is suitable for applications such as:
- Military and defense equipment
- Radiocommunication equipment
- Radio communication systems
- Beacons
- Emergency location transmitters
- Sonobuoys
- Emergency systems
- Security and professional electronic equipment
- Tracking and location equipment
- Specialized industrial electronics
SAFT specifically lists radiocommunications and other military applications, beacons and emergency location transmitters, sonobuoys, and emergency car door opening systems among the main applications for this cell.
Compact 5/4 C-Size Construction
The LO 43 SHX has a maximum diameter of approximately 26.0mm, maximum height of approximately 59.2mm and typical weight of 53g. The standard cell configuration uses resin potting and two radial nickel tabs, while other termination configurations may be available depending on requirements.
Important: The SAFT LO 43 SHX is a primary, non-rechargeable lithium battery. Verify voltage, current profile, dimensions and terminal configuration before using it as a replacement for an existing battery.