scope:

This document describes the methods for testing electrical characteristics of electric double-layer capacitor cells (hereinafter referred to as "capacitor") used for peak power assistance in hybrid electric vehicles.

All the tests in this document are type tests.

This document can also be applicable to the capacitor used in idling reduction systems (start and-stop systems) for the vehicles.

This document can also be applicable to the capacitor modules consisting of more than one cell.

NOTE Annex E provides information on endurance cycling test.