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What is a valve-regulated maintenance-free lead-acid battery?

As opposed to traditional flooded batteries, valve-regulated maintenance-free lead-acid batteries do not require maintenance. VRLA’s are sealed to prevent any acid leakage or dissipation. In addition, one-way safety valves automatically release excess gases if pressure exceeds safety limits.

Can a battery be included in a product certification?

In many cases, the battery can also be included in the product certification and would allow you to include having the battery certified during the product certification. You’d need to consult with the regulatory agency that would perform the certification to determine what can and cannot be included.

What are the different types of lead-acid batteries?

According to the technology, there are two kinds of lead-acid batteries: general type (AGM) and GEL. AGM battery uses glass fiber cotton (Absorbed Glass MAT) as a separator, and liquid electrolyte (the electrolyte is absorbed on plate and separator, and cannot flow in the battery).

What certifications do you need for a lithium battery?

In Canada, CSA certification; in Europe, IEC certification. These types of certification are not limited to lithium-based chemistries. If your end product will be certified, it is likely the battery will need to follow that certification path.

Do you need IATA certification for lithium batteries?

If you are considering lithium as your targeted chemistry, you will need to have IATA certification to understand how to manage and package, and for all the labeling required for lithium batteries. Where you intend to market your product should also be considered.

What certifications do you need for a lithium based chemistry?

If your product is intended to be marketed as a consumer product, you most likely will want UL certification as the minimum. In Canada, CSA certification; in Europe, IEC certification. These types of certification are not limited to lithium-based chemistries.