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APPLICATION MANUAL Genesis NP and NPX ™ Series Publication No: US-NP-AM-002 • June 2006 TM ...
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... Genesis NP Series the most reliable and versatile maintenance free rechargeable sealed lead acid batteries available. www.enersys.com 2 Table of contents Introduction Technical Features Applications Battery Construction General Specifications NP Series ...
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... Cyclic Service Life Float Service Life Self Discharge - Shelf Life Operating Temperature Deep Discharge Recovery www.enersys.com Benefit The construction and sealing techniques of the Genesis NP battery guarantee leakproof operation in any position with no adverse effect to capacity or service life. All Genesis NP batteries utilize an electrolyte suspension ...
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... Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) Equipment Emergency Lighting Computers Genesis NP Battery Construction Sealant Negative Plate Electrolyte Retentive Separator Positive Plate 4 www.enersys.com Cyclic Service Audio and Video Equipment Portable Lights Electric Wheelchairs Test Equipment Geophysical Equipment Lid Terminal Relief Valve Float/Cyclic Service Medical Equipment ...
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... NP2.3-12FR - NP2.6-12FR NP2.9-12 NP2.9-12FR NP3-12 NP3-12FR NP3.4-12 NP3.4-12FR NP4-12 NP4-12FR NP5-12 NP5-12FR NP7-12 NP7-12FR NP12-12 NP12-12FR 12 NP18-12B NP18-12BFR NP24-12 NP24-12FR NP33-12 NP33-12FR - NP38-12B - NP38-12R NP55-12 NP55-12FR NP65-12 NP65-12FR NP75-12 NP75-12FR NP90-12 NP90-12FR NP100-12 NP100-12FR NP120-12 NP120-12FR NP150-12 NP150-12FR NP200-12 NP200-12FR ...
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... Do not operate at 6CA or more current continuously. Storage • Always store battery in a fully charged condition. • If battery stored for a long period, apply a recovery top-charge every 6 months. • Store batteries in a dry and cool location. www.enersys.com 0.860 Terminal height above cover Terminal Type 0 ...
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... DISCHARGE CURRENT Figure 2. Capacity Selection Chart Genesis NPH Series www.enersys.com Discharge ■ Discharge Characteristics The curves shown in Figures & 4 and the discharge rates shown in Tables 1, 2, & 3 illustrate the typical discharge characteristics of Genesis NP and Genesis NPH batteries at an ambient temperature of 25˚ ...
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... Discharge Current 0.1C 0.2C 0.4C 0.08 A 0.16 A 0.32 A 0.12 0.24 0.48 0.20 0.40 0.80 0.23 0.46 0.92 0.26 0.52 1.04 0.30 ...
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... From 0. Current in excess of 3C When considering discharge currents exceeding 3C, consult with an EnerSys Application Engineer. ■ Self-Discharge The self-discharge rate of Genesis NP batteries is approxi- mately 3% per month when the storage temperature is maintained at 20 ...
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... OVERCHARGING CURRENT:0.6A (0.1CA) AMBIENT TEMPERATURE: 25ºC (77ºF) CAPACITY TEST: n=2 Figure 9. Overcharge Characteristics of NP7-12 Under Continuous Overcharge www.enersys.com 10 ■ Two Step Constant Voltage Charging Two step constant voltage charging is the recommended method for charging a sealed lead-acid battery in a short period of time, and maintaining the battery in a fully charged standby or float condition,thereafter ...
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... CHARGE VOLTAGE: 2.30V/C TEMPERATURE: 25ºC (77ºF) Figure 11. Constant-Voltage Charge Characteristics with no Current Limit www.enersys.com ■ Refresh Charging Since any battery loses capacity through self-discharge recommended that a “refresh charging” be applied to any battery which has been stored for a long period of time, prior to putting the battery into service ...
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... AH Delivered To The Battery During Charge Figure 13. Charging Efficiency vs. State of Charge 12 www.enersys.com The charging efficiency varies depending upon the state of charge of the battery, temperature, and charging rate. Figure 13 illustrates the concept of the state of charge and charging efficiency. As shown in Figure 14, Genesis NP batteries exhibit very high charging efficiency, even when charged at low charging rates ...
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... NUMBER OF CYCLES (CYCLES) Figure 16. Cyclic Service Life in Relation to Depth of Discharge Genesis NP Series The relationship between the number of cycles which can be www.enersys.com expected, and the depth of discharge is readily apparent. In relation to a specified discharge rate, if the application requires a longer cyclic life than is obtainable by selecting the battery capacity according common practice, select a battery with larger capacity ...
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... Actual life will vary greatly due to variability of these conditions. To obtain optimum battery performance for standby service, EnerSys recommends that within five years of use, the NP batteries be replaced. Observe the external appearance of the battery. If, at any time, cracks, deformation or other damage is found on the battery case or cover any leakage of the electrolyte is observed, immediately replace the battery ...
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... Shelf Life Standby Service Trickle Charge Voltage Cutoff www.enersys.com The final voltage of a cell or battery at the end of charge or discharge. A single charge and discharge of a cell or battery. Current taken from a cell or battery and expressed as a fraction of C (Ampere-hour rating of the cell or battery). ...
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... If EnerSys determines the battery is physically or electrically unsound due to defective materials or workmanship on the part of EnerSys, the defective battery(s) will be repaired or replaced at the option of EnerSys without charge to the purchaser (user) for replacement materials. However, costs of replacement installation including but not limited to equipment, travel expenses of EnerSys representatives(s), and costs of material transportation expenses shall be borne by the purchaser (user) ...