IEC 61960-3:2017
Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes - Secondary lithium cells and batteries for portable applications - Part 3: Prismatic and cylindrical lithium secondary cells and batteries made from them
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IEC 61960-3:2017 addresses prismatic and cylindrical lithium secondary cells and batteries made from them for portable applications, making it a relevant technical reference for teams that need a clear basis for product evaluation, documentation, and conformity assessment. The document is typically used when aligning engineering decisions with test planning, procurement review, and regulatory preparation. For organizations working with rechargeable lithium designs, IEC 61960-3:2017 can support a more consistent approach to technical validation and risk management.
Overview of IEC 61960-3:2017
IEC 61960-3:2017 forms part of the IEC 61960 series on secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes, with focus on secondary lithium cells and batteries for portable applications. Based on the title, its technical purpose is to address prismatic and cylindrical lithium secondary cells and the batteries assembled from them, helping users define a suitable compliance reference for product specification and test planning. It is especially useful where engineering documentation and laboratory evaluation need to be aligned with a recognized framework.
Compliance applications of IEC 61960-3:2017
In practical workflows, IEC 61960-3:2017 may be used by manufacturers, test laboratories, and procurement teams evaluating portable lithium battery products for technical compliance. It can support documented evaluation during product development, verification activities, and supplier qualification, particularly where prismatic or cylindrical cell formats are involved. The reference is also relevant to conformity assessment preparation, internal quality workflows, and technical review of battery-related engineering documentation before release, acceptance, or certification-oriented testing.
Importance of compliance with IEC 61960-3:2017
Using IEC 61960-3:2017 as a compliance reference can help improve testing consistency, reduce ambiguity in product assessment, and support safer decisions across design and procurement processes. For organizations handling portable lithium cells and batteries, the document may contribute to better technical validation, clearer performance expectations, and more structured preparation for regulatory or customer-facing reviews. It is particularly valuable where operational consistency, traceable testing workflows, and risk reduction are important to quality assurance and conformity assessment.
- Relevant to prismatic and cylindrical secondary lithium cells and the batteries built from them
- Useful for product specification review, laboratory evaluation, and verification planning
- Supports technical documentation, supplier assessment, and conformity assessment preparation
- Helps align engineering validation and quality workflows for portable battery applications
- Publication Date: 2017-07-02
- Standard Status: Original
- Publisher: IEC
- Edition: 1
- This Version: IEC 61960-3:2017 (2017-07-02)
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