BattBasics
BattBasics is a course where we discuss the differences of stationary battery technologies and various critical power applications. This course can be customized to a 4 hour, 1 day or 2 day length, depending on how much information is needed.
Topics of discussion include, but not limited to:
- Battery construction, manufacturing and electro-chemical characteristics
- Differences, pros & cons of various battery types (VLA, VRLA, lead-acid, pure lead, Nickel-Cadmium)
- Battery applications
- Modes of battery failure
- Importance of Battery Temperature
- Battery voltage, current, internal ohmic measurements
- Battery chargers, racks and spill containment
- Battery rating (Ah vs. WPC)
- Battery monitoring systems – what’s the value?
- Capacity (load) testing
- Calculating battery capacity (runtime)
- Commissioning a battery system
- IEEE standards
- Battery installation, maintenance, cleaning & safety
Looking for training at your facility? BattBasics can also be conducted at your site for a fee. We can also customize the curriculum to cover specific topics on request. Please contact us for more information.
