Lithium-Ion Batteries and Other Technologies

Are you a manufacturer of lithium batteries and want to offer safe products?

Kiwa Primara GmbH operates an accredited testing laboratory in Kaufbeuren that conducts comprehensive testing of lithium-ion batteries according to these international standards. In this way, Kiwa supports manufacturers and distributors in meeting legal requirements and ensuring product safety. Thanks to our specialization in small to medium-sized batteries, we offer short lead times and efficient processes.

Safety Testing for Lithium Batteries – fast, reliable, and standards-compliant!

Safety testing is essential for use in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, medical devices, and many other applications. Certified batteries provide safety and reliability for end users and regulatory authorities. Lack of certification can have serious consequences such as product recalls and legal liabilities.

Mechanical Tests: Batteries are subjected to crushing, penetration, impact, and resistance tests against mechanical stress.

Electrical Tests: Overload, short-circuit, and other misuse simulations under extreme conditions.

Thermal Tests: Examination of thermal stability, fire behavior, and overheating.

CB Testing and Certification According to IEC 62133-2 – Lithium-Ion Batteries

Many product standards require that lithium-ion batteries in use are tested and certified according to IEC 62133-2 – a key requirement for market approval. In our modern, accredited laboratory, we perform all required tests according to IEC 62133-2. In addition, we can issue internationally recognized certificates under the IECEE CB Scheme. This ensures you not only receive reliable test results, but also the necessary documentation for worldwide market access.

CB Testing and Certification According to IEC 62133-1 – Nickel-Based Secondary Cells

We also provide testing according to IEC 62133-1 – the standard for portable, sealed nickel-based secondary cells and batteries assembled from them. These are primarily used in portable devices.

Additional Standards for Global Market Access

Primary Batteries According to IEC 60086

• IEC 60086-1 Primary batteries – Part 1: General
• IEC 60086-2 Primary batteries – Part 2: Physical and electrical specifications
• IEC 60086-3 Primary batteries – Part 3: Watch batteries
• IEC 60086-4 Primary batteries – Part 4: Safety of lithium batteries
• IEC 60086-5 Primary batteries – Part 5: Safety of batteries with aqueous electrolytes

Further Testing Standards

• UN38.3 and IEC 62281 for transport testing of lithium batteries
• IEC 62619 for lithium batteries and their cells for industrial applications
• IEC 62620 for secondary lithium batteries and their cells for industrial applications
• IEC 62984 High-temperature secondary batteries – sodium
• IEC 63056 for secondary lithium batteries and cells for use in electrical energy storage systems
• IEC 63057 for lithium secondary batteries for use in road vehicles not intended for propulsion
• IEC 61960-3 Lithium secondary cells and batteries for device applications – prismatic and cylindrical formats
• IEC 62660-1/2/3 for secondary lithium-ion cells for propulsion of electric road vehicles
• IEC 61427 for performance of secondary cells and batteries for renewable energy storage
• UL2271 for light electric vehicle battery systems (LEV)
• UL1642 and UL2054 for primary and secondary lithium cells and batteries
• UL1973 for stationary vehicle auxiliary power supplies
• UL9540 Energy storage systems (ESS) and equipment
• RTCA DO 311A for minimum performance requirements of rechargeable lithium batteries and systems
• DIN EN 50604-1 Lithium secondary batteries for light EV applications (electric vehicles)
• ISO 12405-4 Electrically propelled road vehicles – performance testing
• ISO 6469-1 Electrically propelled road vehicles – rechargeable energy storage systems (RESS)
• ECE R 100 Uniform provisions for the approval of vehicles with regard to specific requirements for the electric drivetrain
• RT 136 Approval of Class L vehicles regarding specific requirements for the electric drivetrain
• RTCA DO-347 Small and medium-sized rechargeable lithium batteries and systems
• EN 50604 Safety requirements for lithium-ion battery systems used in light electric vehicles (e.g. e-bikes, e-scooters)
• VDE-AR-E 2510-50 Stationary energy storage systems with lithium batteries
• IEC 60730-1, Annex H Automatic control systems (software) – functional safety
• DNV-CG-0339 Environmental test specification for electrical, electronic, and programmable devices and systems
• DNV-CP-0203 Electronic and programmable devices and systems
• ECE R 136, Annex 8 – Class L vehicles with special requirements for the electric drivetrain
• RTCA DO-347 2013 small and medium-sized rechargeable lithium batteries and systems
• DIN EN 50604-1 Lithium secondary batteries for light EV applications (electric vehicles)
• UN ECE Regulation No. 116 Road vehicles, equipment, and parts that can be installed and/or used in road vehicles
• ISO 6469-1 Electrically propelled road vehicles – safety requirements – Part 1: Rechargeable energy storage systems (RESS)
• ISO 12405-4 Electrically propelled road vehicles – test specification for lithium-ion traction battery packs and systems – performance testing
• IEC 62620 Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes – secondary lithium cells and batteries for industrial applications and others upon request

We also test and provide consultation on additional international standards and industry-specific requirements – simply contact us if you need a specific specification or market approval.

Accreditation

Thanks to our numerous national and international accreditations and certifications, you can be sure that our work meets high quality standards, certificates, and attestations enjoy excellent worldwide acceptance. Kiwa Primara has been accredited by the German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) since 2011 in  accordance with DIN EN 17025 and DIN EN 17065 to test and certify electrical equipment. In addition, we offer testing and certification in accordance with the IECEE CB Scheme procedure and are a recognized GS certification body.