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The test will be stopped when the temperature is above the specified threshold or a “Recovery Time” (Discharge
Test) can be specified. When the battery reaches the threshold temperature, the test will stop for the given
recovery time and then resume. To see the results over time for battery temperature cool down and voltage
recovery, use a Voltage versus minutes graph, not Amphrs or Watthrs.
Ragone “Graph” type (Extended Software):
An additional graph type is available with the Extended Software that will compare radically different type
and size batteries on the basis of power density (power to weight). This graphing type is particularly useful
when selecting a battery to power a device that is weight sensitive, such as small electric vehicles and mobile
devices.
Note: This Ragone graph can only be displayed if a test was started and saved with the correct weight of the
tested battery in the new test window.
For additional information on Ragone plotting see
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ragone_plot
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Multi CBA/CBA HR Configuration
This section explains how to configure a multiple CBA testing setup. Standard CBA software (included with all
new units) provides support for multiple CBAs on one PC, quantity limited only by the PC’s processing power,
memory and number of internal USB ports. CBA III models are limited to 12 units per PC. Any number of CBA
IV and CBA HR units may be used together in the Standard or Extended Software.
An Extended License is still required for specialized testing options, as documented elsewhere in this
manual. Since Extended software is tied to the CBA’s serial number, an Extended licensee is required for
EACH CBA that needs those specialized testing features. To purchase an Extended License visit
West Mountain
Radio
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