C&D Technologies KCT-540 SAN Flooded VLA Battery - C&D KCT Series
C&D Technologies’ KCR Series Batteries are flooded batteries engineered to deliver superior performance and reliability throughout their service life. Each battery is manufactured using proprietary design techniques and high-quality components and materials to minimize maintenance and extend battery longevity. The KCR Series Batteries are NEBS-approved and offer a wide range of capacities within a compact footprint, making them ideal for a variety of telecommunications applications. KCT lead-calcium stationary batteries are commonly utilized in telephone central offices, mobile telephone switching centers, cable headend sites, fiber optic regenerator stations, microwave repeater sites, and various telephone and internet network nodes.
Key Features & Benefits
- Electrical testing (capacity test) on every cell prior to shipping assures performance of every battery upon delivery.
- Proprietary vacuum-assisted, bottom-pour, positive-grid casting assures void-free grid quality resulting in 20 year service life.
- Waterbath charging results in consistently formed plates for reliable performance out of the box (no cycling required in the field).
- Computer-controlled heli-arc welded post seals result in consistent and reliable seals for less maintenance and longer product life.
- Single-cell design for reduced weight per jar and ease of handling
- Proven history of 20+ years of service life
- NEBS Level 3 Compliant
Applications
- Telephone Central Offices
- Mobile Telephone Switching Office
- Cable Head End Sites
- Fiber Optic Regenerator Sites
- Microwave Repeater Sites
- Telephone & Internet Network Nodes
C&D KCT-540 SAN Construction Details
- Flooded Vented Lead Acid (VLA) Battery
- Standard flame-retardant covers enhance battery plant
safety with self-extinguishing properties, LOI>32%, UL 94V-0
- Low-evaporation, flame-arrester vent to extend watering intervals and prevent external sparks from reacting with the hydrogen inside the cell
- Copper-inserted posts reduce resistance and increase system reliability
- Dual hole post design allows connector maintenance without removing the battery from service
- Suspended positive plates permit free growth without pressure on the jar and cover
- Transparent container allows for visual inspection of the plates
- Soft rubber post seal minimizes stress on the post reducing maintenance requirements
- Available in Poly and San
Specification Details for KCT-540 SAN by C&D
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DETAILS |
General Info |
Chemistry |
Flooded Lead Calcium (PbCa) VLA |
Voltage |
2 V |
Capacity |
540Ah @ 8 Hr Rate |
Cells Per Unit |
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Dimensions
- Overall Length
- Overall Width
- Overall Height
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6.59 inches / 167.00 mm
10.44 inches / 265.00 mm
18.25 inches / 464.00 mm
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Weight |
111.00 lbs / 50.30 kgs |
Container Type |
SAN |
Terminal Type |
Two 1.00 inch (25.40 mm) square posts with 2 cross-bolt holes
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Design Life |
Up to 20-year float life at 77°F (25°C)
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Warranty |
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Electrical Specifications & Performance Characteristics |
Float Voltage |
2.17 to 2.22 VPC |
Operating Temperature Ranges |
Nominal: 77°F (25°C)
Recommended Operating Temperature: 60°F to 90°F (15°C to 32°C)
Operating Temperature Limits: 32°F to 120°F (0°C to 49°C)
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Specific Gravity |
1.215 |
Electrolyte |
Sulfuric Acid |
Construction Details |
Container Material |
SAN
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Cover Material |
High impact, flame retardant thermoplastic with tongue-and groove seal
Flammability ratings: UL 94-V0; LOT>32; ASTM D-635 self-extinguishing
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Safety Vent System |
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Separators |
Microporous with fibrous glass mat
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Certifications & Safety Compliances
Options & Accessories
- Contact a member of the Power Storage Solutions Sales Team for additional information on available options and accessories.
Explore Other Models in the C&D KCT Series
- KCT-270 POLY and SAN
- KCT-360 POLY and SAN
- KCT-450 POLY and SAN
- KCT-540 POLY and SAN
- KCT-660 POLY and SAN
- KCT-720 POLY and SAN
- For more information on this product line, visit the C&D Technologies website.
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