Why Choose Tadiran Batteries for Your Smart Metering & Military Applications
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In the world of remote sensing, smart infrastructure, and advanced defense systems, reliable long term power is critical. A Tadiran battery is engineered and designed to meet these demands, delivering dependable energy for devices ranging from smart meters to military-grade equipment.
Tadiran Batteries for Smart Metering & Utility Infrastructure
One of the most widespread applications of Tadiran batteries is in smart metering / automatic meter reading (AMR), including water, gas, and electric meters. These meters are often installed in hard-to-reach or remote locations and must reliably send and receive data without needing frequent maintenance or battery replacement. A Tadiran battery’s long-life bobbin-type lithium thionyl chloride (LiSOCl₂) cells provide the answer.
LiSOCl₂ unique chemistry allows it to operate in extreme temperatures and conditions, deliver higher energy density (1420 Wh/l) along with higher capacity, and commonly maintain a 40 year operating lifespan. Because these batteries feature minimal annual self-discharge (less than 1% per year), their lifespan exceeds the amount of energy used by the device. The extended lifespan of a Tadiran battery reduces the total cost of ownership for utilities and needed maintenance.
In advanced wireless grid applications, smart meter communication and data transmission benefit from these innovative battery designs. Tadiran’s PulsesPlus lithium thionyl chloride battery integrates a standard LiSOCl₂ battery with a hybrid layer capacitor (HLC), enabling consistent delivery of occasional 15A pulses, maintaining consistent voltage, mitigating current leakage, and balancing issues.
Tadiran Batteries for Critical Military Systems
Tadiran batteries are trusted in demanding military applications where reliability, ruggedness, and long lifespans can be mission-critical. Tadiran’s TLM Series batteries are specially designed for military use. TLM Series batteries are composed of lithium metal oxide and are ideal for applications that require high pulses and high rate continuous power. The batteries are engineered with a carbon-based anode, multi metal oxide cathode, organic electrolyte, and shut-down separator, increasing operational safety.
These batteries are UL certified for safety, feature a wide temperature range, have long-term storage capabilities with an annual self-discharge rate of less than 3% per year, deliver high voltage (4.0 V), and produce high pulses. They comply with MIL-STD 810G specs for vibration, shock, temperature shock, salt fog, altitude, acceleration, and spinning as well as UN 1642 and IEC 60086 standards for crush, impact, nail penetration, heat, and over-charge and short circuit.
Tadiran batteries are suitable for military equipment and devices including avionics, navigation systems, communication devices, and missile systems, where batteries need to be lightweight and compact.
7 Benefits of Lithium Thionyl Chloride Tadiran Batteries
The advantages of lithium chemistry are foundational to the performance of Tadiran batteries. Because lithium cells are non-aqueous and do not rely on water, they tolerate extreme temperatures far better than many other chemistries, a crucial benefit for outdoor, underground, or extreme weather applications. LiSOCl₂ batteries also stand out for their long-term deployment capabilities, making them an ideal choice for remote wireless applications, from smart meters to military device uses. Here are seven benefits of lithium thionyl chloride Tadiran batteries:
1. Highest Energy Density Among Primary Lithium Chemistries
Lithium’s chemistry offers high specific energy and energy density, while being light weight, allowing Tadiran batteries to deliver more usable power. This is essential for smart meters, sensors, and military devices with limited internal space.
2. Low Self-Discharge
The bobbin-type LiSOCl₂ cells feature self-discharge rates below 1% per year. This ensures stable performance and enables a 40 year operating lifespan.
3. Extreme Temperature Operating Range
Tadiran LiSOCl₂ batteries operate reliably from –55°C to +125°C, with some versions performing even to –80°C. This makes them ideal for outdoor, underground, aerospace, and military deployments where environmental conditions are extreme.
4. Consistent Power Delivery With Advanced Pulse Technology
Tadiran PulsesPlus batteries pair LiSOCl₂ cells with HLCs, ensuring long term, low current operation and short bursts of high power.
5. Reduced Total Cost
Tadiran LiSOCl₂ batteries reduce the need for site visits, field replacements, and maintenance costs, streamlining the battery oversight process.
Why EVS Supply Recommends Tadiran Batteries for Smart Metering & Military Applications
For companies deploying smart meters, remote sensor networks, utility infrastructure, or military and aerospace systems, a Tadiran battery offers a powerful combination of reliability, longevity, and performance. By choosing Tadiran, you reduce maintenance cycles, extend device lifetimes, and avoid the risks and costs associated with frequent battery replacement.
Choosing a Tadiran battery sets your systems and applications up for long term success. Contact us for more information on the Tadiran batteries we provide!