SIST EN 61434:2001
(Main)Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes - Guide to the designation of current in alkaline secondary cell and battery standards
Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes - Guide to the designation of current in alkaline secondary cell and battery standards
Applies to secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes. It proposes a mathematically correct method of current designation which shall be used in future secondary cell and battery standards.
Sekundärzellen und Batterien mit alkalischem oder anderen nicht säurehaltigen Elektrolyten - Richtlinien für die Bestimmung des Stromes in Normen für alkalische Sekundärzellen und Batterien
Accumulateurs alcalins et autres accumulateurs à électrolyte non acide - Guide pour l'expression des courants dans les normes d'accumulateurs alcalins
S'applique aux accumulateurs alcalins et aux autres accumulateurs à électrolyte non acide. Elle définit une méthode d'expression des courants, mathématiquement correcte, qui devra être utilisée dans toutes les futures normes relatives aux accumulateurs.
Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes - Guide to the designation of current in alkaline secondary cell and battery standards
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Jan-2001
- Technical Committee
- ISCB - Secondary cells and batteries
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Feb-2001
- Due Date
- 01-Feb-2001
- Completion Date
- 01-Feb-2001
Relations
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
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- 03-Feb-2026
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- 03-Feb-2026
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- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
- Effective Date
- 03-Feb-2026
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- 03-Feb-2026
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- 03-Feb-2026
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- 03-Feb-2026
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- 03-Feb-2026
Overview
SIST EN 61434:2001 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). It addresses secondary cells and batteries that utilize alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes. This standard delivers a clear guide to the mathematically correct designation of current in secondary cell and battery standards, particularly for future development and harmonization within the industry. The adoption of this method ensures consistency and clarity in technical documentation related to the testing and performance of alkaline batteries.
Key Topics
- Scope and Applicability
- Targets all secondary cells and batteries with alkaline or non-acid electrolytes.
- Relevant for both manufacturers and standard developers in the battery industry.
- Current Designation Methodology
- Provides a mathematically accurate formula for referencing test currents:
- The reference test current (It) is expressed as:
It = Cn / n- It: reference test current (amperes)
- Cn: rated capacity declared by manufacturer (ampere-hours, Ah)
- n: time base (hours) associated with the rated capacity
- The reference test current (It) is expressed as:
- Ensures currents for testing (charge/discharge) are always referenced as fractions or multiples of the defined It value.
- Provides a mathematically accurate formula for referencing test currents:
- Clarifies Industry Practice
- Moves away from the imprecise practice of designating current as “C/n” (e.g., C/5), which is dimensionally incorrect.
- Promotes consistency across international standards for alkaline battery testing.
Applications
- Battery Design and Manufacturing
- Helps battery manufacturers align product labeling with internationally accepted methods for current calculation.
- Ensures product datasheets and technical documents use precise current designation, facilitating easier compliance checks and market access.
- Quality Assurance and Testing
- Testing laboratories benefit from an unambiguous reference current standard for test procedures, ensuring more reliable battery comparisons and results.
- Supports certification processes by providing a standard framework for declaring and verifying discharge and charge characteristics.
- Regulatory Compliance
- Adoption helps manufacturers and standards bodies meet harmonized requirements across European and international markets.
- Reduces ambiguity for auditors and technical assessors when reviewing battery performance and documentation.
Related Standards
- IEC 61434:1996
The international version providing the same guidance, foundational for regional and national adoption. - IEC 60086 Series
Focuses on primary batteries but shares similarities in designations and testing methodology. - IEC 61960
Addresses testing methods and requirements for secondary lithium cells and batteries, adhering to similar principles for capacity and current designation.
Keywords: alkaline secondary cells, battery standards, current designation, reference test current, non-acid electrolyte batteries, battery testing standards, SIST EN 61434:2001, IEC 61434, battery manufacturing, quality assurance batteries, international battery standards.
By using SIST EN 61434:2001, organizations ensure greater accuracy, consistency, and clarity in all technical communications and battery product documentation related to alkaline and non-acid electrolyte secondary cells. This standard plays a crucial role in unifying testing and documentation practices across the global battery industry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 61434:2001 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes - Guide to the designation of current in alkaline secondary cell and battery standards". This standard covers: Applies to secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes. It proposes a mathematically correct method of current designation which shall be used in future secondary cell and battery standards.
Applies to secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes. It proposes a mathematically correct method of current designation which shall be used in future secondary cell and battery standards.
SIST EN 61434:2001 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 29.220.30 - Alkaline secondary cells and batteries. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 61434:2001 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN IEC 62368-1:2024, SIST EN IEC 63115-1:2020, SIST EN 62660-3:2017, SIST EN 61960-1:2002, SIST EN IEC 62368-1:2020, SIST EN 61982-4:2016, SIST EN 61960-2:2002, SIST EN 62660-1:2011, SIST EN 62660-2:2011, SIST EN 62259:2004, SIST EN 61982-1:2013. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-februar-2001
Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes -
Guide to the designation of current in alkaline secondary cell and battery
standards
Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes - Guide
to the designation of current in alkaline secondary cell and battery standards
Sekundärzellen und Batterien mit alkalischem oder anderen nicht säurehaltigen
Elektrolyten - Richtlinien für die Bestimmung des Stromes in Normen für alkalische
Sekundärzellen und Batterien
Accumulateurs alcalins et autres accumulateurs à électrolyte non acide - Guide pour
l'expression des courants dans les normes d'accumulateurs alcalins
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 61434:1996
ICS:
29.220.30 $ONDOQLVHNXQGDUQLþOHQLLQ Alkaline secondary cells and
EDWHULMH batteries
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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Accumulateurs alcalins et autres
accumulateurs à électrolyte non acide –
Guide pour l’expression des courants
dans les normes d’accumulateurs
alcalins
Secondary cells and batteries containing
alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes –
Guide to the designation of current in alkaline
secondary cell and battery standards
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SECONDARY CELLS AND BATTERIES CONTAINING ALKALINE
OR OTHER NON-ACID ELECTROLYTES –
Guide to the designation of current in alkaline secondary
cell and battery standards
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