This section of IEC 60896 applies to all stationary lead-acid cells and monobloc batteries, which are valve-regulated for float charge applications (i.e., permanently connected to a load and to a d.c. power supply) and located in static locations (i.e., not generally intended to be moved from place to place). These cells are incorporated into stationary equipment or installed in battery rooms for use in telecommunications, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), utility switching, emergency power, or similar applications.
The objective of this part of IEC 60896 is to specify the methods of testing for all types and constructions of valve-regulated stationary lead-acid cells and monobloc batteries used in standby power applications.
This section does not apply to lead-acid cells and monobloc batteries used for vehicle engine starting applications (IEC 60095 series), solar photovoltaic energy systems (IEC 61427), or general purpose applications (IEC 61056 series).
