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Frame for modular, multicell lead-acid batteries and such modular batteries

US5126217A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 26, 1991
Grant dateJun 30, 1992
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Expiry dateMar 26, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P70/50
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A modular multicell battery is disclosed which is assembled from a plurality of pairs of terminal and floater frames, each pair separated by a separator frame, that are welded together. The terminal and floater frames include a mesh grid made using a lead-based alloy having, based upon this total weight of the alloy, a calcium content of 0.02-0.04% and a tin content of 0.3-0.5%.

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