Title :
A diagnostic testing program for large lead acid storage battery banks
Author :
Soileau, Robert D.
Author_Institution :
Dow Chem. Co., Plaquermine, LA, USA
Abstract :
This paper presents a justification for the need and a discussion of the methods to perform capacity discharge and intercell resistance tests on large storage industrial battery banks in standby applications. Reliability and economic data are presented that help demonstrate battery bank criticality, consequence and cause of failure, and the need for comprehensive battery maintenance programs, which include battery diagnostic testing. Recommended test frequencies, and replacement criteria are included along with the equipment required to perform these tests, as well as the capability to maintain a standby power source during testing
Keywords :
battery storage plants; battery testers; lead; secondary cells; testing; Pb; capacity discharge; criticality; diagnostic testing; economics; failure; intercell resistance; lead acid storage battery banks; maintenance; reliability; standby applications; Batteries; Communication system control; Control systems; Industrial plants; Inspection; Maintenance; Performance evaluation; Power system protection; Power system reliability; Testing;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications, IEEE Transactions on