Ensuring Safety and Efficiency Across Battery Technologies
At Mets Lab, we provide specialized testing for various types of batteries to ensure their compliance with international standards, safety, and reliability. Whether it’s for consumer devices, industrial applications, or renewable energy systems, our testing services help manufacturers deliver high-performing batteries to global markets.
Why Battery Testing is Essential
Batteries are critical for powering modern technology, making safety, durability, and performance vital. Our comprehensive testing ensures batteries meet regulatory requirements and function reliably under diverse conditions.
Our Testing Capabilities
Safety Assessment
We evaluate batteries for risks such as overheating, leakage, short circuits, and fire hazards, ensuring they are safe for use in various applications.
Performance Testing
Our testing measures key metrics such as energy output, storage capacity, charge and discharge cycles, and efficiency, guaranteeing reliability and durability.
Environmental Testing
We simulate challenging conditions like extreme temperatures, humidity, vibration, and mechanical stress to test battery resilience and operational stability.
Battery Life Cycle Analysis
We conduct in-depth analysis to determine battery longevity and performance over time, providing valuable insights for product optimization.
Compliance Testing
We verify batteries meet international standards such as IEC, EN, UN, and UL, helping manufacturers achieve certifications required for global markets.
Types of Batteries We Test
- Lithium-Ion Batteries: Found in smartphones, laptops, electric vehicles, and energy storage systems.
- Nickel-Cadmium (NiCd) Batteries: Often used in power tools, emergency lighting, and aviation applications.
- Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) Batteries: Used in consumer electronics, hybrid vehicles, and medical devices.
- Lead-Acid Batteries: Common in automotive, backup power systems, and industrial equipment.
- Solid-State Batteries: Cutting-edge technology for high-energy density applications like electric vehicles.
- Rechargeable Batteries: Covering multiple chemistries for consumer electronics and portable devices.
- Primary Batteries: Non-rechargeable batteries, including alkaline and zinc-carbon, for everyday devices.
- Solar Batteries: Specifically designed for storing renewable energy generated by solar panels.
- Industrial Batteries: High-capacity batteries for heavy machinery and commercial applications.
- Wearable Batteries: Miniaturized batteries for smartwatches, fitness trackers, and medical wearables.
Testing Standards We Follow
Lead-Acid Battery Standards
- IEC 60896-11: Performance and testing requirements for stationary lead-acid batteries.
- IEC 60896-21: Valve-regulated lead-acid batteries for stationary applications – Methods of testing.
- IEC 60896-22: Valve-regulated lead-acid batteries for stationary applications – Requirements.
- IEC 61427-1: Lead-acid batteries for renewable energy storage – General requirements and methods of test.
- IEC 60254-1: Lead-acid traction batteries – General requirements and methods of test.
- IEC 60254-2: Lead-acid traction batteries – Dimensions of cells and terminals.
General Battery Standards
- IEC 62133: Safety requirements for rechargeable batteries used in portable applications.
- IEC 60086-1: General requirements for primary batteries, including dimensions, nomenclature, and performance.
- IEC 60086-4: Safety standards for lithium primary batteries.
- IEC 61960: Performance and safety requirements for secondary lithium batteries.
- IEC 61427: Performance and endurance requirements for batteries used in renewable energy systems.
Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) Battery Standards
- IEC 60623: Performance and testing requirements for industrial nickel-cadmium batteries.
- IEC 62259: Nickel-cadmium prismatic secondary rechargeable batteries – Performance requirements.
- IEC 61951-1: Nickel-cadmium portable sealed rechargeable cells – Performance requirements.
Lithium Battery Standards
- IEC 62660-1: Performance testing for secondary lithium-ion cells for automotive applications.
- IEC 62660-2: Reliability and abuse testing for secondary lithium-ion cells for automotive applications.
- IEC 62660-3: Safety requirements for secondary lithium-ion cells for automotive applications.
- IEC 62620: Secondary lithium batteries for industrial applications – Performance and safety requirements.
Other Relevant Standards
- IEC 61508: Functional safety of electrical/electronic systems, including battery management systems.
- IEC 61982: Performance and endurance tests for secondary batteries used in electric vehicles.
- IEC 62933-5-2: Safety requirements for grid-integrated energy storage systems.
Partner with Mets Lab
Guarantee your batteries are safe, reliable, and compliant with our comprehensive testing services. Contact us today to schedule testing or learn more about how we can assist your product development.