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Contents
1. Introduction 3
2. Benefits of the block battery
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2.1 Complete reliability 4
2.2 Long cycle life 4
2.3 Exceptionally long lifetime 4
2.4 Low maintenance 4
2.5 Wide operating temperature range 4
2.6 Fast recharge 4
2.7 Resistance to mechanical abuse 4
2.8 High resistance to electrical abuse 4
2.9 Simple installation 4
2.10 Extended storage 4
2.11 Well-proven pocket plate construction 4
2.12 Environmentally safe 4
2.13 Low life-cycle cost 4
3. Electrochemistry of nickel-cadmium batteries 5
4. Construction features of the block battery 6
4.1 Plate assembly 7
4.2 Separation 8
4.3 Electrolyte 8
4.4 Terminal pillars 8
4.5 Venting system 8
4.6 Cell container 8
5. Battery types and applications 10
5.1 Type L 11
5.2 Type M 11
5.3 Type H 11
5.4 Choice of type 11
6. Operating features 12
6.1 Capacity 12
6.2 Cell voltage 12
6.3 Internal resistance 12
6.4 Effect of temperature on performance 13
6.5 Short-circuit values 14
6.6 Open circuit loss 14
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