Understanding ER26500 Battery
The ER26500 battery is a primary lithium battery. This means you can not recharge it. It uses lithium-thionyl chloride (Li-SOCl₂) as its chemical makeup and has a cylinder shape. This battery operates at a voltage of 3.6V. The name "ER26500" refers to its size, which is 26.2mm in diameter and 50.5mm in height. It is classified as a 'C' size battery. The ER26500 size C 3.6 V batteries are great for devices that run on a higher voltage. Their strong voltage and good discharge features make them a top choice for many purposes. These batteries are made for devices that require lasting, steady power, such as water meters, GPS trackers, industrial sensors, and security systems.
PKCELL ER Model | Equivalent Competitor Model(s) |
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ER26500 | LS26500 (Saft) |
ER14505 | LS14500 (Saft), XL-145F (Xeno), Tekcell SB-AA02, TL-5186 (varies) |
ER14250 | TL-5902 (Tadiran), Tekcell 1/2AA, TL-2150, XL-060F, XL-055F, SL-760, TL-5104, LS14250 |
ER17505 | LS17500 (Saft) |
ER34615 | LS33600 (Saft), TL-5930 (Tadiran), TL-5920, XL-205F, LSH20 (Saft) |
ER18505 | LS-18505, TL-5955 (Tadiran) |
ER17335 | LS-17335, TL-5903 (Tadiran), TL-5903S |
Model IEC | Nominal Voltage | Dimensions | Nominal Capacity | Standard Current | Max Continuous Discharge Current | Max Pulse Discharge Current | Cut-off Voltage | Weight Approx | Operating Temperature | |
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ER10450 | AAA | 3.6 | 10.0×45.0 | 800 | 1.00 | 50 | 60 | 2.00 | 9 | -55~+85 |
ER14250 | 1/2AA | 3.6 | 14.5×25.0 | 1200 | 0.50 | 20 | 45 | 2.00 | 10 | -55~+85 |
ER14335 | 2/3AA | 3.6 | 14.5×33.5 | 1650 | 0.70 | 75 | 150 | 2.00 | 13 | -55~+85 |
ER14505 | AA | 3.6 | 14.5×50.5 | 2400 | 1.00 | 100 | 200 | 2.00 | 19 | -55~+85 |
ER17335 | 3.6 | 17×33.5 | 2100 | 1.00 | 100 | 200 | 2.00 | 30 | -55~+85 | |
ER17505 | 3.6 | 17×50.5 | 3400 | 1.00 | 100 | 200 | 2.00 | 32 | -55~+85 | |
ER18505 | A | 3.6 | 18.5×50.5 | 4000 | 1.00 | 120 | 200 | 2.00 | 32 | -55~+85 |
ER26500 | C | 3.6 | 26.2×50.5 | 8500 | 2.00 | 130 | 300 | 2.00 | 55 | -55~+85 |
ER34615 | D | 3.6 | 34.2×61.5 | 19000 | 3.00 | 200 | 400 | 2.00 | 107 | -55~+85 |
ER9V | 3.6 | 48.8×17.8×7.5 | 8500 | 2.00 | 130 | 300 | 2.00 | 16 | -55~+85 |
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Passivation is an interesting natural phenomenon observed in Lithium Thionyl Chloride (LiSO₂Cl₂) batteries! When lithium metal touches the thionyl chloride (SOCl₂) electrolyte, a thin, protective layer forms on the surface of the lithium negative electrode. This layer, mostly made up of Lithium Chloride (LiCl), creates a high-resistance barrier that prevents a continuous reaction between the lithium and the electrolyte. Isn't it fascinating how this process helps maintain the battery's performance?
Passivation has some excellent benefits along with a few potential drawbacks that are important to consider:
Benefits:
Potential Drawbacks:
It uses Lithium Thionyl Chloride (Li-SOCl₂) chemistry, which offers high energy density, wide operating temperature (-55°C to +85°C), and excellent shelf life of up to 10–15 years.
Depending on the application, the ER26500 battery can last up to 10 years or more, especially in low-drain devices or when paired with a capacitor or hybrid pulse capacitor (HPC) for handling pulses.
No. The ER26500 is a primary lithium battery and is not rechargeable. Attempting to recharge it may cause dangerous reactions.
Although they share the same size, ER26500 offers much higher energy capacity, longer life, and more stable performance under extreme conditions compared to alkaline or NiMH C batteries.
Yes. ER26500 is available with various terminations like tabs, wires, or connectors, and can be used individually or in battery packs designed for specific industrial and OEM applications.