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Space Vector Batteries
Powering our National Defense.
Space Vector currently fabricates a variety of rechargeable (secondary) batteries used in launch vehicle, spacecraft and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) applications. These rugged 28 Vdc batteries power vehicle systems under severe boost and space conditions. Batteries can be mounted with or without isolators. The 2.5 AH battery is used on several range approved RCC-319 Flight Termination Systems (FTS) and often coupled with our FTS relay box to power the command/destruct receivers, S&A, and destruct ordnance as shown the block diagram below. Our batteries have successfully passed qualification level thermal cycling, vibration, shock, vacuum, humidity, fungus resistance, fine sand, salt fog, explosive atmosphere, and EMI/EMC testing and have flown on a variety of missions and vehicle configurations.
Space Vector produces a line of aerospace grade lithium-ion and lithium-polymer batteries. The 2.5 Ah Li-Ion FTS battery is designed as a drop in replacement for our existing 2.2 Ah Ni-Cd battery and incorporates high-current cells capable of delivering over 30 Amps (30 ms pulse) at 28 Vdc under extreme environments. The 20 Ah Lithium-Polymer (Li-Po) system battery is capable of delivery over 200 Amps continuously from a single, lightweight package. Each battery uses SVChargeTM Smart Battery Technology which provides Programmable Protection and Monitoring. The cells within the battery are balanced during charging with optional “Flight Mode” lockout of protection features during flight. Li-Ion and Li-Po batteries can be purchased either with an internal or external Battery Management System (BMS). Battery Chargers are available to discharge the batteries in the field, measure capacity, and display cell voltage, current, and temperature.
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Batteries
Lithium-ion Range Safety Battery PN 39401
Features
• Compact and Lightweight
• Digital Interface
• RS-422 Standard Communication or Optional MIL-STD-1553B, Ethernet, CAN Bus
• Digital and analog cell Health and Status (H&S) data
• Micro-D Connectors
• Rugged Aluminum Housing
• 23.5 W Cell Heater for low temp. operation < -20°C
• Cells Screened and Batteries Tested per RCC 319-14
Specifications
Weight: 1.6 lbs
Dimensions: 3.5” H x 4.1” W x 2.0” D
Capacity: 2.0 Ah nom. (1.5 Ah min., 2.5 Ah max.)
2.5 Ah version available (2.0-3.0 Ah)
Voltage: 28.8 V Nominal (33.6 V to 20.0 V)
Charge Current: 1.25 A, C/2 standard (4 A max.)
Discharge Current: 20 A Continuous (100 A Pulse)
Operating Temp.: -20°C to +70°C (-43°C with heaters)
Tested
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Battery PN 39401-2
Features
• Compact and Lightweight
• Digital Interface
• RS-422 Standard Communication or Optional MIL-STD-1553B, Ethernet, CAN Bus
• Digital and analog cell Health and Status (H&S) data
• Micro-D Connectors
• Rugged Aluminum Structure with plastic cover
• 23.5 W Cell Heater for low temp. operation < -20°C
• Cells Screened and Batteries Tested per RCC 319-14
Specifications
Weight: 1.6 lbs
Dimensions: 3.5” H x 4.1” W x 2.0” D
Capacity: 2.0 Ah nom. (1.5 Ah min., 2.5 Ah max.)
2.5 Ah version available (2.0-3.0 Ah)
Voltage: 28.8 V Nominal (33.6 V to 20.0 V)
Charge Current: 1.25 A, C/2 standard (4 A max.)
Discharge Current: 20 A Continuous (100 A Pulse)
Operating Temp.: -20°C to +70°C (-43°C with heaters)
Tested
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Battery PN 39611
Features
SVChargeTM Smart Battery Management System (BMS)
• Completely decoupled during flight
• Digital Interface
• RS-422/485 Standard Communication or Optional MIL-STD-1553B, Ethernet, CAN
Bus provides voltage, current, and temperature data
• Digital and analog cell Health and Status (H&S) data
• D38999 Connectors
• Rugged Aluminum Housing
• Cells Screened and Batteries Tested per RCC 319-14
Specifications
Weight: 3.75 lbs
Dimensions: 4.25” H x 3.2” W x 7.4” L
Capacity: 2.5 Ah nom. (2.0 Ah min., 3.0 Ah max.)
Voltage: 28.8 V Nominal (33.6 V to 20.0 V)
Charge Current: 1.5 A, C/2 standard (4 A max.)
Discharge Current: 5 A Continuous
Discharge Temp.: -20°C to +60°C
Tested
Configurations
-Basic
-1 Heaters for < -20°C op
-2 3.0 Ah nom.
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Battery PN 39381
Features
- High Continuous Discharge Rate of 125 A (5C)
- Rugged Aluminum Housing
- Stackable Configuration
- D38999 Connectors
- Tested to high dynamic environments
- Flight proven
| Specifications | |
| Capacity | 25 Ah |
| Energy | 740 Wh |
| Voltage | 29.6 Vdc nominal (33.6 V to 21.6 V) |
| Charge Current | 12.5 A, C/2 standard (50 A max.) |
| Charge Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Discharge Current | Continuous: Up to 125 Amps
Pulse: Up to 200 Amps (≤ 10 seconds) |
| Discharge Temperature | -20°C to +60°C |
| Random Vibration | 42.6 Grms (tested) |
| Sinusoidal Vibration | 41.1 g’s 550-700 Hz (tested) |
| Available Configurations | |
| 39381-3
39381-4 |
25 Ah with Heaters
22 Ah with Heaters (narrow form factor) |
| Charger/Analyzer 500031 | Provides Programmable Protection and Monitoring
Cell Balancing during Charging Battery Cycle History Number of charge cycles, max/min cell voltage, current, temperature, and more Standardized data interface provides instant health status and real time telemetry |
Battery Chargers
Features:
Single or multiple battery capable
Full logging of battery data
Simple or in-depth interfaces
Rugged versions available
Umbilical interface options
Field versions