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Zarges + Li-Ion Battery Protection
Zarges offers a variety of aluminum cases appropriate for the shipping and storage of Lithium and Lithium Ion batteries (Li-Ion) throughout the product lifecycle. We offer a variety of cases suited to the storage and transport of Lithium Ion batteries for all stages of their life, from development to disposal.
BatterySafe™ cases are designed for safe storage and transport of lithium ion batteries. Zarges solutions are comprised of aluminum cases with different linings of materials that can suppress ignition and contain heat. BatterySafe™ cases offer all the available features of our standard K470 cases, including secure latches, stacking corners, three fully-welded aluminum profile frames, and easy loading and unloading. The cases are appropriate for a variety of uses including for defense contractors standardizing battery management, vehicle battery development, medical equipment, power tools, electronics, and drones.
THE OUTER ENCASEMENT IS THE FIRST LINE OF DEFENSE BETWEEN THE CONTENTS AND THE ENVIRONMENT.
KEY FEATURES:
- UN Hazmat Certified - Zarges BatterySafe™ cases certified for domestic and international shipping, including UN 3480, UN 3481, UN 3090, UN 3091
- Fire suppression
- Shock and vibration mitigation
- Filtration of gases
- Aircraft grade aluminum
- Thermal management
RESOURCES:
Zarges BatterySafe™ Manual
Lithium Battery-One Man Lift Portable Hazard Containment Brochure
ZARGES BATTERYSAFE™
- FRAS (Fire Resistant Anti-Stat) Foam
- Available in all K470 sizes
- Quick ship available in certain sizes
ZARGES C SERIES
- CIRRUX intumescent glass fiber fire-retardant anti-stat lining and cushioning
- Custom Configurations for Higher Wh Batteries
- Passed Fire Test with Three 500 Wh Lithium Batteries:
Fire completely contained and filtered. No thermal runaway, adjacent cells protected, exterior temperature remains below 215°F.
CUSTOM LI-ION SOLUTIONS
Zarges specializes in custom solutions.
The Zarges team can help to configure the right solution for your safe battery storage. To begin custom configuration, please fill out the contact form on our website.
LITHIUM BATTERY TRANSPORT
Since 2016, IATA regulations dictate that both Li-Ion and Lithium batteries are prohibited on cargo aircraft without proper packaging and equipment, and forbidden from transport as cargo on passenger aircraft. They may be carried in the cabin in approved containers.
For secure transport, batteries must be shipped at a state of charge of 30% or less of total capacity, securely individually packaged to prevent accidental discharge or short circuits from terminals touching, and contained within strong, rigid outer packaging. The contents must be clearly labeled on the outer packaging.
For the most current guidance on safe & legal transport of hazardous materials and lithium batteries, please refer to the FAA Safe Cargo website.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY STORAGE
Lithium Ion batteries should be stored with a partial charge of 40%, which keeps the cells inside from going into sleep mode. They should be recharged periodically to prevent damage. Batteries should be protected from extreme temperatures; ideal storage temperature is about 60°F (15°C). Individual batteries should be aligned in a way that prevents any contact between terminals or potential short-circuits. They should also be kept dry and secure from moisture or vapor that may generate condensation that could cause corrosion. Zarges
makes no guarantee regarding universal containment of lithium fires and cannot
be held liable for property damage or personal injury resulting from a lithium
fire.