Saft LSH14 Light STD Lithium Battery C 3.6 Ah 3.6 V Li-SOCl2 Cylindrical Cell

Saft LSH14 lithium battery is a light lithium Li-SOCl₂ cylindrical cell designed for long-lasting, stable, and high-reliability performance with reduced weight for industrial and electronic applications.

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Product Overview

The Saft LSH14 Light is a lightweight variant of the standard LSH14, engineered to deliver high‑power 3.6V Li‑SOCl₂ performance in a reduced‑mass, compact form factor. It is designed for applications that require strong pulse currents, fast activation, and reliable operation across extreme temperatures, but where weight reduction is a critical design constraint. This makes the LSH14 Light ideal for portable military electronics, aerospace payloads, compact industrial sensors, and weight‑sensitive IoT systems.

Lightweight Li‑SOCl₂ Chemistry and Construction

The LSH14 Light uses the same Lithium Thionyl Chloride (Li‑SOCl₂) chemistry as the standard LSH‑series, but with optimized construction to reduce mass while maintaining high‑rate capability. Key characteristics include:

• 3.6V nominal output with stable voltage under load

• Reduced weight for portable and airborne systems

• High pulse current capability from spiral‑wound design

• Wide operating temperature range, typically −60°C to +85°C

• Low self‑discharge, enabling multi‑year deployments

• Strong cold‑temperature performance for outdoor and aerospace environments

This chemistry and construction allow the LSH14 Light to deliver high‑power output without the mass penalty of standard high‑rate cells.

Electrical Performance for High‑Drain, Weight‑Sensitive Systems

The LSH14 Light is optimized for pulse‑intensive, high‑drain workloads where both performance and weight matter. Its electrical profile includes:

• Strong pulse output for RF transmissions, telemetry, and communication systems

• High continuous discharge capability for active electronics

• Stable 3.6V voltage under heavy load

• Reliable operation in extreme cold and heat

• Long storage life with minimal voltage degradation

This makes the LSH14 Light ideal for compact, mobile, or airborne systems that require dependable high‑rate power.

Mechanical and Environmental Durability

Despite its reduced mass, the LSH14 Light maintains the ruggedness expected from Saft’s LSH‑series:

• Lightweight stainless‑steel or optimized alloy housing

• High resistance to shock, vibration, and mechanical stress

• Hermetically sealed for leak‑proof operation

• Integrated safety vent for controlled pressure management

• Long shelf life suitable for extended standby or storage

These features ensure stable performance in mission‑critical or remote installations where both durability and weight efficiency are essential.

Typical Applications

The LSH14 Light is widely used in sectors that require high‑rate discharge, low mass, and long‑term reliability:

• Portable military radios, beacons, and encrypted communication devices

• Aerospace payloads, UAV systems, and high‑altitude instrumentation

• Compact industrial IoT sensors and wireless modules

• Lightweight electromechanical actuators and control systems

• Oil & gas instrumentation where tool mass is constrained

• Security and intrusion detection systems

• Remote telemetry, SCADA, and environmental monitoring nodes

These systems benefit from the LSH14 Light’s ability to deliver instantaneous current while minimizing overall system weight.

Why Engineers Choose the LSH14 Light

• Reduced‑weight design without sacrificing high‑rate performance

• High‑power Li‑SOCl₂ chemistry with strong pulse capability

• Stable 3.6V output under heavy load

• Excellent cold‑weather and extreme‑temperature performance

• Rugged construction for harsh environments

• Predictable safety behavior with controlled venting

• Maintenance‑free operation for sealed or remote systems

The LSH14 Light is often selected when designers need a lightweight, high‑power primary lithium cell capable of long‑term reliability in extreme conditions.

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