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Safety of batteries for use in electric vehicles · Region: North America
| Standard | UL 2580 |
|---|---|
| Region | North America |
| Battery chemistry | Lithium-ion |
| Test object | Safety of batteries for use in electric vehicles |
| Scope | Covers the safety of EV battery packs and modules against electrical, mechanical and environmental abuse, including crush, drop, short circuit and thermal exposure requirements. |
Test object: Safety of batteries for use in electric vehicles for Lithium-ion batteries. Scope: Covers the safety of EV battery packs and modules against electrical, mechanical and environmental abuse, including crush, drop, short circuit and thermal exposure requirements.
Standards define test procedures and pass criteria — the measured values are only comparable when the same standard and conditions apply. See the CCA reference for the standards' measurement context.
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