scope:

This part of IEC 86 applies to primary cells and batteries based on any electrochemical system

The objects of its publication are:

a) to ensure the electrical and physical interchangeability of products from different manufacturers;

b) to limit the number of battery types;

c) to define a standard of quality and provide guidance for its assessment;

d) to provide guidance on matters of safety

These objects are achieved by specifying nomenclature, dim marking, test conditions and service output requirements for each battery