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Li-ion batteries power Galileo experiments

 User application article   A Saft battery module comprising 27 Li-ion cells is providing power for the onboard electronics in the Giove-B satellite, launched this week from the Baikonur Cosmodrome.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Space and Defence Batteries (30 April 2008)

Slimline batteries last longer in handheld kit

High-energy-density rechargeable lithium polymer batteries enable design miniaturisation and extended runtimes.

News from Texim Europe ( 9 April 2008)

Batteries power space truck

 User application article   Saft has designed, developed and supplied all eight onboard primary and rechargeable batteries required for the ATV Jules Verne.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Space and Defence Batteries (11 March 2008)

Battery contract signed for Korean satellites

 User application article   The Korean Aerospace Research Institute will use Saft's space VES Li-ion battery technology in its Kompsat-3 and Kompsat-5 Earth observation satellites.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Space and Defence Batteries ( 6 March 2008)

Portable charger is flexible about inputs

Features a DC input from 10.8 to 30V making it suitable for both 12 and 24V battery systems and a 100-240V AC input enabling its use on worldwide mains networks.

News from PIV Technology (19 February 2008)

Batteries help satellites survive in the dark

 User application article   Saft batteries provide power for the spacecraft system during the two eclipse seasons per year when the solar panels are not exposed to the sun.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Space and Defence Batteries (14 January 2008)

Adapters are made for charging portable CE devices

Wall-mount AC/DC power adapters have a universal 100 to 254V AC input and generate a regulated 5V output, with a power capability of 3W.

News from Artesyn (14 December 2007)

Battery chargers suit industrial systems

Chargers produce a regulated and filtered voltage that allows them to be connected to a battery for extended periods without overcharging or damaging the battery.

News from VxI Power (30 November 2007)

Lithium-ion cell claims temperature record

Robust Li-ion cell is capable of charging and discharging at extreme temperatures up to +125C, while being able to safely withstand temperatures up to +135C.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Lithium Battery Division (27 November 2007)

Project reinforces infantry credentials

Primary and rechargeable batteries are destined to equip the Spanish infantry personnel during their future missions.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Lithium Battery Division (13 November 2007)

Ni-MH battery packs power medical workstations

 User application article   Flo Healthcare chose Saft Ni-MH battery packs because of numerous advantages over the previous sealed lead acid batteries.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Rechargeable Battery Systems ( 2 November 2007)

Telecomms batteries promise fit-and-forget backup

High-energy-density long-life maintenance-free nickel-cadmium batteries provide backup power for demanding outdoor applications.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Industrial Batteries ( 1 October 2007)

Li-ion batteries are basestation choice

 User application article   Three of the top five telecomms manufacturers have selected Saft's Intensium 1 rechargeable Li-ion batteries for their basestations for wireless telecomms networks.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Industrial Batteries ( 1 October 2007)

Second-generation batteries are made for telecomms

Battery is ideally suited for short duration power backup in smaller, decentralised outdoor plant installations.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Industrial Batteries ( 1 October 2007)

Open card chargers provide uninterruptible power

The Lawtronics range of current limited open PCB chargers is available for 6V, 12V and 24V batteries.

News from Astrosyn International Technology (21 August 2007)

New name in silver-zinc battery technology

ZPower will continue to develop its award-winning rechargeable silver-zinc battery which provides a 30% increase in energy density over traditional lithium-ion batteries.

News from ZPower ( 7 August 2007)

Chargers secure DC supplies

Linear battery chargers provide high reliability and and low electromagnetic emissions, making them ideal components for uninterruptible DC supplies.

News from Devlin Electronics ( 3 August 2007)

Ni-Cd batteries back up telecomms services

 User application article   Saft developed its NCX battery technology specifically for modern telecommunications networks that use a large number of remote network terminals in the digital fibre loop.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Industrial Batteries (31 July 2007)

Batteries back up outdoor telecomms cabinets

 User application article   Batteries provide long-life backup power in high ambient temperatures to guarantee broadband access in Spain.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Industrial Batteries (16 July 2007)

Li-ion batteries survive global warming

 User application article   Extended operating life at high ambient temperatures secures IPTV backup application for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Industrial Batteries (12 July 2007)

Passive, e-mech and battery products come together

Catalogue features 400 pages of competitively priced passive, electromechanical and battery products.

News from Dubilier ( 3 July 2007)

Fuel cell system comes to Europe

UltraCell has enlisted the help of UK-based ABSL Power Solutions to deliver solutions based on its groundbreaking XX25 fuel cell system throughout Europe.

News from UltraCell (27 June 2007)

Li-ion technology adapts to aviation applications

Co-operation programmes focus on innovative battery systems capable of meeting all aviation requirements for both civil and military applications.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Industrial Batteries (19 June 2007)

Website tells all on battery ranges

Updated website provides detailed information on industrial and automotive batteries as well as chargers and test equipment.

News from Yuasa Battery Sales (UK) ( 4 June 2007)

Military contract targets Li-ion power

 User application article   Raytheon Network Centric Systems has signed Saft to supply Li-ion batteries for a missile target acquisition system used by the US military.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Space and Defence Batteries (30 May 2007)

Mobile fuel cell is approved for military wear

For a soldier in the field, the UltraCell system ensures more efficient, reliable mobile power for portable electronic devices anytime, anywhere.

News from UltraCell (29 May 2007)

Cells promise more power for space systems

New class of advanced multijunction solar cells optimised for space applications claims record solar conversion efficiency.

News from Emcore Corp (18 May 2007)

Navy SEALs set to adopt lithium power

Saft has been awarded a US $1.4 million contract to improve the battery system on underwater submersibles that transport Navy SEALs on long-distance missions.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Space and Defence Batteries (17 May 2007)

Medical mannequin runs on Li-ion cells

 User application article   Medical Education Technologies is using Saft lithium-ion batteries to power a portable human patient simulator called iStan.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Lithium Battery Division ( 4 May 2007)

Portable fuel cell technology is top innovation

Frost and Sullivan North American Product Innovation Award recognises reformed methanol fuel cell technology.

News from UltraCell (27 April 2007)

Lithium iron phosphate enters battery mix

Saft offers the highest performance LiFePO4 cells available today, measured in specific power or specific energy.  Brochure available  

News from Saft Space and Defence Batteries (26 April 2007)

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