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Binary lead-tin alloy substrate for lead-acid electrochemical cells

US5120620A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 24, 1990
Grant dateJun 9, 1992
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Expiry dateAug 24, 2010

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E60/10
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A binary lead-tin alloy substrate for support of the electrochemically active material in lead-acid cells is disclosed having a tin concentration from about 0.3 to about 0.9 weight percent, the balance being lead. The tin impedes the formation of a passivation layer at the interface between the grid material and the active material improving cell recovery from deep discharge and improving cold cranking amperes performance.

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