PKCELL LiSoCl2 Batteries Enable Long-Life Wireless Detectors
Case 1：PKCELL ER34615 Batteries Enable Long-Life Wireless Detectors – France
Background / Challenge
A French wireless detector manufacturer required a high-capacity, ultra-low self-discharge lithium battery to power their new generation of wireless detectors. Their key requirements included:
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15+ years of service life in standby operation.
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Careful evaluation of ROI vs. battery lifetime to optimize total cost of ownership.
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Reliable long-term supply options with potential annual demand of 20,000 to 150,000 pcs.
The challenge was to find a proven battery partner capable of delivering both technical expertise and stable production capacity for critical security and IoT applications.
Solution
PKCELL’s engineering and technical teams collaborated closely with the client to meet their performance and business goals:
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Company & Production Introduction
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Shared details of PKCELL’s manufacturing capabilities in Li-SOCl₂ and Li-MnO₂ batteries.
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Highlighted automated production lines and strict quality control systems for reliability.
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Technical Documentation
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Provided full specification sheet for ER34615 (3.6V, D size):
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Nominal capacity: ~19,000 mAh (at 2 mA, 20°C, 2.0V cutoff)
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Operating temperature: -55°C to +85°C
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Max continuous current: 230 mA
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Max pulse capability: 400 mA with capacitor support
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Annual self-discharge: <1% at 20°C
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Technical Support
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Supplied battery lifetime calculation methods based on the client’s specific load profile and duty cycle.
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Shared testing data reports under real-world detector conditions.
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Addressed client’s questions on performance across different current drains and temperatures.
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Why PKCELL?
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Proven Battery Performance: ER34615 Li-SOCl₂ batteries deliver exceptional energy density, ultra-low self-discharge, and long service life—ideal for wireless detectors.
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Technical Partnership: PKCELL supported the client with 7 months of detailed communication, lifetime modeling, and performance validation, building strong trust.
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Stable Supply Options: Flexible production planning to support annual demand scaling from 20,000 up to 150,000 pcs.
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Global Expertise: Decades of experience in supplying primary lithium solutions for European security and IoT manufacturers.
As a result, the client proceeded with sample testing and evaluation, positioning PKCELL as a long-term partner for their wireless detector program in France.
Case 2：PKCELL ER341245 Battery Solution for Wireless Security Sensors in North America
Background / Challenge
The customer, sourced through the Google platform, operates in the North American security industry, focusing on the development and deployment of wireless sensor systems used in alarm and monitoring applications.
These wireless sensors require highly reliable and long-lasting power solutions due to their critical role in safety and surveillance environments, especially in outdoor or remote installations.
The customer identified several key requirements for the battery solution:
- High capacity and long service life to minimize maintenance and replacement frequency
- Stable voltage output to ensure consistent sensor performance
- Compact and customized battery design, including wires and connectors for easy integration
- High reliability under varying environmental conditions, particularly for outdoor deployments
The customer was looking for a ready-to-integrate lithium battery solution that could improve system reliability while reducing installation complexity and maintenance workload.
Solution
Based on the customer’s application requirements, PKCELL recommended and customized a 3.6V ER341245 35Ah Li-SOCl₂ battery pack, equipped with wires and connectors tailored to the wireless sensor design.
Key advantages of the solution included:
- Ultra-high capacity (35Ah) for extended operational life
- Low self-discharge rate, suitable for long-term deployments
- Wide operating temperature range, ideal for North American environments
- Custom assembly with wires and connectors for plug-and-play integration
- Stable voltage platform, ensuring reliable sensor performance
Additionally, the battery packs were assembled in our domestic factory according to the customer’s specifications and exported as finished units, helping reduce the customer’s assembly workload and improving integration efficiency.
After sample validation and internal performance approval, the customer proceeded with an initial order of 2,800 battery packs, followed by ongoing repeat orders supported by stable product performance and reliable supply capability.
Why PKCELL?
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- High-capacity Li-SOCl₂ battery solution tailored for wireless security sensor applications
- Customized wire and connector assembly, enabling easy system integration
- Low self-discharge performance, supporting long-term unattended deployment
- Stable product quality and delivery reliability, ensuring supply continuity
- Ready-to-use battery pack manufacturing, reducing customer assembly workload
Through stable performance, flexible customization capability, and reliable delivery support, PKCELL helped the customer improve product reliability and achieve long-term deployment success in the North American security market.
