Energy storage lithium battery testing standards

What are lithium-ion battery standards?

Many organizations have established standards that address lithium-ion battery safety, performance, testing, and maintenance. Standards are norms or requirements that establish a basis for the common understanding and judgment of materials, products, and processes.

Do you need a lithium-ion battery safety standard?

These standards should be referenced when procuring and evaluating equipment and professional services. Many organizations have established standards that address lithium-ion battery safety, performance, testing, and maintenance.

What are the most common battery testing standards & certifications?

Below are some of the most common battery testing standards and certifications to look for when comparing home batteries. This is an overall certification for what UL calls "Energy Storage Systems" - ESS for short. A UL 9540 ESS has a UL 1973-certified battery pack (more details below) and a UL 1741-certified inverter (also more information below).

How safe is a lithium battery?

According to Mr. Takefumi Inoue who helped lead the development of IEC 62619 in IEC SC21A WG5, “The safety of lithium secondary cells and battery systems requires the consideration of intended use and reasonably foreseeable misuse.

What is battery testing & certification?

Battery testing and certification ensure home storage systems' quality and safety. A battery constantly has energy being cycled in and out of it, and that puts a real strain on the chemical and mechanical systems that keep batteries functional and safe.

Do ESS batteries comply with international standards?

Access multiple markets with your ESS batteries by ensuring compliance with international standards and regulations like the EMC Directive (2014/30/EU), IEC 62619, IEC 62620, IEC 63056, VDE-AR-E 2510-50, UL 1973, JIS 8715-1 and JIS8715-2.