CEI EN IEC 62485-2 PDF

This part of the IEC 62485 applies to stationary secondary batteries and battery installations with a maximum voltage of DC 1 500 V (nominal) and describes the principal measures for protections against hazards generated from:

– electricity,

– gas emission,

– electrolyte.

This International Standard provides requirements on safety aspects associated with the erection, use, inspection, maintenance and disposal.

It covers lead-acid and NiCd / NiMH batteries.

Examples for the main applications are:

– telecommunications,

– power station operation,

– central emergency lighting and alarm systems,

– uninterruptible power supplies,

– stationary engine starting,

– photovoltaic systems.