scope:

This publicly Available Specification (PAS) specifies a designation system as well as the shapes and dimensions for secondary lithium-ion cells for integration into battery packs and systems used in electrically propelled road vehicles. The position of the terminals and any over-pressure safety device (OPSD). It is related to cylindrical, prismatic and pouch cells.

The cell designation according to this PAS is intended to be applied to the cells used eclectically propelled road vehicles. This PAS does not apply to cells specifically used for mopeds, motorcycles and vehicles not primarily defined as road vehicles, i.e. material handling trucks or forklifts.

The cell dimensions listed in this PAS are recommended but not restricted for use in passenger cars up to 3,5 t.

The inner design, the cell chemistry, the electrical characteristics and further properties of the cells are not defined in this PAS.