IEC 60095-4:2008

IEC 60095-4
Edition 2.0 2008-02
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Lead-acid starter batteries –
Part 4: Dimensions of batteries for heavy vehicles

Batteries d'accumulateurs de démarrage au plomb –
Partie 4: Dimensions des batteries pour poids lourds

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IEC 60095-4
Edition 2.0 2008-02
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARD
NORME
INTERNATIONALE
Lead-acid starter batteries –
Part 4: Dimensions of batteries for heavy vehicles

Batteries d'accumulateurs de démarrage au plomb –
Partie 4: Dimensions des batteries pour poids lourds

INTERNATIONAL
ELECTROTECHNICAL
COMMISSION
COMMISSION
ELECTROTECHNIQUE
PRICE CODE
INTERNATIONALE
Q
CODE PRIX
ICS 29.220.20; 43.040.10 ISBN 2-8318-9621-5

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD.3

1 Scope and object.5
2 Normative references .5
3 Terms and definitions .5
4 Common features .5
4.1 Labelling .5
4.2 Marking of polarity.6
4.3 Marking of plastic material.6
4.4 Dimensions and design .7
5 European types .7
5.1 General .7
5.2 Dimensions .7
6 North American types .10
6.1 General .10
6.2 Dimensions .10
7 East Asian types.13
7.1 General .13
7.2 Dimensions .15

Bibliography.17

Figure 1 – Marking of polarity .6
Figure 2 – Marking of polypropylene .6
Figure 3 – Dimensions ( mm) of positive and negative terminals .8
Figure 4 – EU series – Type D2 .9
Figure 5 – EU series – Types A,B,C.9
Figure 6 – AM series – Type 4D.11
Figure 7 – Dimensions ( mm) of tapered terminal.11
Figure 8 – AM series – Type 8D.12
Figure 9 – AM series – Type 31T .12
Figure 10 – Dimensions of stud terminal .13
Figure 11 – AM series – Type 31A .13
Figure 12 – Dimensions (mm) of tapered terminal .14
Figure 13 – AS series – Type E 41.15
Figure 14 – AS series – Types F51, G51 and H52.16

Table 1 – EU series – Dimensions of batteries.8
Table 2 – AM series – Dimensions of batteries .10
Table 3 – Dimensions of tapered terminal .14
Table 4 – AS series – Dimensions of batteries .15

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INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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LEAD-ACID STARTER BATTERIES –
Part 4: Dimensions of batteries for heavy vehicles

FOREWORD
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International Standard IEC 60095-4 has been prepared by IEC technical committee 21:
Secondary cells and batteries.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition published in 1989 and its
Amendment 1 (1996).It constitutes a technical revision. The main technical changes in this new
edition relate to the reduction of the number of European battery types, the standardization of
dimensions and locations of battery terminals and the updating and inclusion in the standard of
Amendment 1(1996), related to North America & East Asian battery types.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
21/667/FDIS 21/669/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.

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This publication has been drafted in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
A list of all parts of the IEC 60095 series, published under the general title Lead-acid starter
batteries, can be found on the IEC website.
The committee has decided that the contents of this publication will remain unchanged until
the maintenance result date indicated on the IEC web site under "http://webstore.iec.ch" in
the data related to the specific publication. At this date, the publication will be
• reconfirmed;
• withdrawn;
• replaced by a revised edition, or
• amended.
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LEAD-ACID STARTER BATTERIES –
Part 4: Dimensions of batteries for heavy vehicles

1 Scope and object
This part of IEC 60095 is applicable to lead-acid batteries used for starting, lighting and
ignition of heavy trucks, commercial vehicles, busses and agricultural trucks.
The object of the present standard is to specify global requirements of the main dimensions of
starter batteries for Europe, North America and East Asia.
This International Standard comprises 12 types of "preferred types" of batteries.
The standard specifies dimensions of 4 types of batteries each for the Europe (types A, B, C
and D2), North America (4D, 8D, 31T, 31A) and East Asia (E41, F51, G51, H52) regions.
For future new developments of heavy vehicles it is strongly recommended to use only
batteries from this standard.
Several other types of batteries exist under the standards of national or regional
organisations. They are not included in this International Standard.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document.
For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition
of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
IEC 60050-482:2004, International Electrotechnical Vocabulary – Part 482: Primary and
secondary cells and batteries
IEC 60095-1, Lead-acid starter batteries – Part 1: General requirements and methods of test
IEC 60417, Graphical symbols for use on equipment
ISO 1043-1, Plastics – Symbols and abbreviated terms – Part 1: Basic polymers and their
special characteristics
ISO 7000, Graphical symbols for use on equipment – Index and synopsis
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the definitions contained in IEC 60050-482 apply.
4 Common features
4.1 Labelling
The batteries shall be marked in accordance with IEC 60095-1.

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4.2 Marking of polarity
The batteries shall carry the marking of polarity, at least of the positive terminal.
4.2.1 Marking of positive terminals
This marking shall take the form of the symbol ‘+’ either on the upper surface of the positive
terminal or on the lid adjacent to the positive terminal.
4.2.2 Marking of negative terminals
If the negative polarity is also marked, the marking shall take the form of the symbol ‘–‘, either
on the upper surface of the negative terminal or on the lid adjacent to the negative terminal.
NOTE As an alternative, the wording “POS” and “NEG” is permitted for the North American market only.
4.2.3 Design and dimensions of marking
The symbols used for marking the terminals shall be in accordance with symbol IEC 60417-
5005 (2002-10) for the positive and symbol IEC 60417-5006 (2002-10) for the negative polarity.
Suggested dimensions are shown in Figure 1.
10 10
2 2
IEC  221/08
Permissible are 0,3 mm – 0,5 mm, indented or relief.
Figure 1 – Marking of polarity
4.3 Marking of plastic material
Batteries are universally marked to identify the plastic material. Various marking schemes
exist around the world in line with local regulations. However all schemes identify the plastic
material by embossing or indenting it into the battery housing. The material content shall be in
accordance with ISO 1043-1.
”PP/PE“ or ”PP“ is used as the marking for types of plastic materials.
Some materials also include the recycling symbol (ISO 7000-1135) as shown in Figure 2.

Figure 2 – Marking of polypropylene

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Producers are encouraged to consult the regulations of the target market.
It is permissible to use the number coding 7 or 07 for PP/PE and the addition of "other" to
cover additives to the plastic material.
4.4 Dimensions and design
All dimensions are in millimetres. Details of the design that are not indicated in the generic
drawings have to be chosen appropriately. The illustrations in this standard, especially those
of the design of the lids, handles, ribs, ledges, vent caps and their locations are not
mandatory.
5 European types
5.1 General
This applies to the series of lead-acid starter batteries for heavy trucks, widely and
predominantly being used in Europe. In the text which follows, the series will be designated
“EU”. The EU series comprises four types.
5.1.1 Fastening
All types are intended for fastening by the upper part of the battery only.
This fastening shall be effected at a level defined by the dimension “h ” in the figures. The
configuration shall permit the fitting of an angle-iron frame, both legs of which are 20 mm
wide, for the major part of the lid’s four sides.
5.1.2 Terminal configurations, polarity
The terminal configuration and polarity shall be as shown in Figures 4 and 5.
5.1.3 Terminal dimensions
The dimensions are shown in Figure 3.
5.2 Dimensions
The main dimensions are represented by symbols, as indicated in Figures 4 and 5. The
dimensions according to the symbols shall be in accordance with Table 1.

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Dimensions in millimetres
Convex or concave design
+1
permitted within height dimension of 18
−2
Edge with radius Edge with radius
R ≥2,5 R ≥2,5
0  0
∅19,5 ∅17,9
−0,3
−0,3
∅28 ± 1 ∅28 ± 1
IEC  222/08
Figure 3 – Dimensions of positive and negative terminals
The dimensions describing the base of the terminal are given as a recommendation and are
not mandatory.
Table 1 – EU series – Dimensions of batteries
Dimensions in millimetres
Type Length Width Height
l l l l b b b h h
1 2 3 1 2 1
+0 +0 +0 +0 +0 +0
D2  -- --  --
349 344 175 162 235 213
−5 -8 −4 −4 −4 −4
+0 +0 +2 +2 +2 +0 +1 +0
A 223 max
513 475 482 202 188 178 86 195
−4 −3 −2 −2 −2 −2 −1 −3
+0 +0 +2 +2 +2 +0 +1 +0
B    223 max
513 475 482 202 222 210 102 195
−4 −3 −2 −2 −2 −2 −1 −3
+0 +0 +4 +2 +2 +0 +1 +0
C    242 max
518 475 482 202 274 265 130 216
−8 −3 −2 −2 −2 −2 −1 −3
NOTE The length, width and height symbols refer to Figures 4 and 5.

(1:9) ± 0,01
+0,5
3,5
18 ± 1
−1
(1:9) ± 0,01
+0,5
3,5
18 ± 1
−1
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I b
I b
1 1
IEC  223/08
Figure 4 – EU series – Type D2

b
I
b
I b
1 1
I
I
IEC  224/08
Figure 5 – EU series – Types A,B,C

h
h
h
h
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6 North American types
6.1 General
This applies to the series of lead-acid starter batteries for heavy trucks, widely and
predominantly being used in North America. In the text which follows, the series will be
designated “AM”. The AM series comprises four types.
6.1.1 Fastening
All of these batteries are intended for fastening to the vehicles by means of a hold-down
device engaging with the upper part of the battery (for example a metal frame), connected to
the support platform.
6.1.2 Terminal configuration, polarity
The types of the AM series have terminal configurations as shown in the following battery
drawings (Figures 6, 8, 9 and 11). The polarity shall be as shown in the figures.
6.1.3 Terminal dimensions
The dimensions are shown in Figures 7 and 10.
6.2 Dimensions
The main dimensions are represented by symbols, as indicated in Figures 6,8, 9 and 11. The
dimensions according to the symbols shall be in accordance with Table 2.
Table 2 – AM series – Dimensions of batteries
Dimensions in millimetres
Type Length Width Height
l b h h
+0 +0 +0 +0
4D
527 230 250
−4 −4 −4 −4
+0 +0 +0 +0
8D
527 283 230 250
−4 −4 −4 −4
+0 +0 +0 +0
31T
330 173 219 240
−4 −4 −4 −4
+0 +0 +0 +0
31A
330 173 219 240
−4 −4 −4 −4
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I b
IEC  225/08
Figure 6 – AM series – Type 4D
Dimensions in millimetres
∅17,50 ± 0,20 (+)
R perm.
∅15,90 ± 0,20 (−)
∅19,10 ± 0,20 (+)
∅17,50 ± 0,20 (−)
Terminal post dimensions 1:9 taper ref.
IEC  226/08
Figure 7 – Dimensions (mm) of tapered terminal

h
h
1,52 ± 0,10 1
15,90 ± 0,10
18,60 ± 1,40
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I
b
IEC  227/08
Figure 8 – AM series – Type 8D

I b
Stud
Stud terminal ∅0,375 in/16 UNC
IEC  228/08
Figure 9 – AM series – Type 31T

h
h
h
h
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Dimensions in millimetres
∅21,59-∅21,84
(∅0,850-∅860)
3,5 min.
12,70-19,05
(0,120 min.)
(0,500-0,750)
∅23,24-∅23,62
(∅0,915-∅930)
30°
IEC  229/08
Caution – Stud length, cable eyelet thickness and terminal nut
must be compatible to insure reliable conncections, consult
battery supplier for specific stud length.

Figure 10 – Dimensions of stud terminal

I b
SAE
IEC  230/08
Figure 11 – AM series – Type 31A

7 East Asian types
7.1 General
This applies to the series of lead-acid starter batteries for heavy trucks, widely and
predominantly being used in East Asia. In the text that follows, the series will be designated
“AS”. The AS series comprises four types.

h
h
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7.1.1 Fastening
All batteries are intended for fastening to the vehicle by means of a
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