CEI EN 61960

This International Standard specifies performance tests,
designations, markings, dimensions and other requirements for
secondary lithium single cells and batteries for portable
applications.

The objective of this standard is to provide the purchasers and
users of secondary lithium cells and batteries with a set of
criteria with which they can judge the performance of secondary
lithium cells and batteries offered by various manufacturers.

This standard defines a minimum required level of performance
and a standardized methodology by which testing is performed and
the results of this testing reported to the user. Hence, users will
be able to establish the viability of commercially available cells
and batteries via the declared specification and thus be able to
select the cell or battery best suited for their intended
application.

This standard covers secondary lithium cells and batteries with
a range of chemistries. Each electrochemical couple has a
characteristic voltage range over which it releases its electrical
capacity, a characteristic nominal voltage and a characteristic
end-of-discharge voltage during discharge. Users of secondary
lithium cells and batteries are requested to consult the
manufacturer for advice.