Saft BA5600A/U Li-SO2 Primary Military Battery

Saft BA5600A/U Li-SO2 Primary Military Battery

The Saft BA5600A/U is a lithium sulfur dioxide primary battery system built for military and communications power use. Saft states that this battery is assembled from three LO 26 SX cells connected in series and is used in the AN/PSC-2 communications terminal. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

This battery is made for dependable primary power in demanding field conditions. Saft lists built-in safety and protection features, including a non-replaceable fuse, a normally closed thermal fuse, a diode to prevent charging current into the battery, and a manual discharge device designed to bring the battery to 0 volts. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Key Features

• Lithium sulfur dioxide primary battery system
• Built from 3 LO 26 SX cells in series
• Used in AN/PSC-2 communications terminal applications
• Includes fuse, thermal fuse, diode, and manual discharge device
• Made in the USA

Ideal Uses

• Military communications power applications
• AN/PSC-2 terminal battery replacement
• Field equipment power support
• Primary battery replacement for compatible systems

Ideal For

• Military equipment service teams
• Communications system technicians
• Government and defense procurement buyers
• Users sourcing compatible BA5600A/U replacement batteries

Applications / Devices / Cross References

• Saft BA5600A/U
• BA 5600 A/U
• AN/PSC-2 Communications Terminal
• NSN 6135-01-168-2944
• MIL PRF 49471B (CR)

Product Specs

• Brand: Saft
• Model / Part Number: BA5600A/U
• Product Type: Primary Military Battery
• Chemistry: Lithium Sulfur Dioxide (Li-SO2)
• Cell Configuration: 3 LO 26 SX cells in series
• Typical Open Circuit Voltage: 9.0V
• Nominal Voltage: 8.1V at 500mA
• Cut-Off Voltage: 4.0V
• Typical Capacity: 7.5Ah at 250mA and 21°C
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 71°C
• Maximum Width: 39 mm
• Maximum Height: 186 mm
• Typical Weight: 360 g
• Country of Manufacture: USA