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SAFT LSH20 3.6 V D 13000 mAh lithium dry cell battery 6-pack
Six D-size lithium thionyl chloride cells deliver 3.6 V and 13 Ah each for long-life, high-drain applications
- Six batteries deliver 13 Ah each for long runtime
- 6 V lithium thionyl chloride chemistry powers high-drain devices
- 8 A continuous and 4 A pulse current handle demanding loads
- Shelf life exceeds 10 years with under 3 % annual self-discharge
- Operates from -60 °C to +85 °C in humid conditions
13 Ah D-cell lithium pack
This six-pack delivers 3.6 volt lithium thionyl chloride cells rated at 13 Ah each, providing very high nominal capacity for long-duration primary power. They suit utility meters, remote sensors, tracking beacons and similar industrial devices that must run for years without maintenance. The button-top termination fits standard D-size holders. Buyers who need rechargeable cells or consumer alkaline sizes cannot use these.
Sustained 1.8 A with 4 A pulses
The chemistry supports a maximum recommended continuous current of 1.8 A and can supply pulse currents up to 4 A for brief transmissions or actuator bursts. Voltage remains stable across the operating range of -60 °C to +85 °C, so performance does not collapse in extreme cold or heat. Self-discharge stays below 1 % per year at 20 °C, preserving capacity during long storage or standby periods. Applications demanding continuous high-current draw beyond 1.8 A will exceed the design limit.
Hermetic steel can with 10-year shelf life
Each cell measures 33 mm diameter by 61.5 mm height and weighs 100 g, matching the standard D form factor while using a hermetic stainless-steel can. The inorganic electrolyte is non-flammable and non-pressurised at ambient temperature, though it is corrosive if the can is breached. Low magnetic signature and excellent humidity resistance allow deployment in sensitive or harsh environments. Units requiring vented or rechargeable constructions are not compatible.
Highlights
- Six batteries deliver 13 Ah each for long runtime
- 6 V lithium thionyl chloride chemistry powers high-drain devices
- 8 A continuous and 4 A pulse current handle demanding loads
- Shelf life exceeds 10 years with under 3 % annual self-discharge
- Operates from -60 °C to +85 °C in humid conditions
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
How much heat or power draw should I expect from the LSH20 cells running continuously at 1.8 A?
At the maximum recommended continuous current of 1.8 A the cells deliver 3.6 V with a low self-discharge rate under 1 % per year, and the inorganic electrolyte is non-flammable and non-pressurised at ambient temperature.
What device or holder do I need so the button-top terminals make proper contact?
The 33 mm diameter by 61.5 mm height D-size cells have a button-top termination, so they require a D-cell holder or device compartment that accepts that exact form factor.
Will these 3.6 V lithium thionyl chloride cells work in older equipment designed for 1.5 V alkaline D batteries?
No — the nominal voltage is 3.6 V, more than double an alkaline D cell, so they must only be used in equipment specifically rated for 3.6 V lithium thionyl chloride chemistry.
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