scope:

This specification covers non-rechargeable batteries of the non-reserve type composed of electrochemical cells (see 6.1).

The type designation of non-rechargeable batteries shall be in the following form (see 3.1). For example:

BA- 5590 /U _________ ______________ _______________ Component Battery Type Installation number indicator (1.2.1.1) (1.2.1.2) (1.2.1.3)

Non-rechargeable batteries are identified by the two-letter symbol "BA" followed by a hyphen. Beneficial comments (recommendations, additions, deletions) and any pertinent data which may be of use in improving this document should be addressed to: Commander, US Army Research Laboratory, ATTN: AMSRL-PS-DC, Fort Monmouth, New Jersey 07703, by using the self-addressed Standardization Document Improvement Proposal (DD Form 1426) appearing at the end of this document or by letter.

The battery type number identifies the basic design of the battery (see 3.1) and consists of a four digit number.

The installation indicator identifies equipment the battery is used in, i.e., /PRC-25 or if "universal", i.e., /U indicates use in various equipment.

intended Use:

The primary batteries included are of the non-reserve type composed of electrochemical cells. The batteries are capable of storage and use under wide temperature ranges.