June 2009

Innovative energy storage systems Solutions for dynamic telecom needs

Advanced energy storagefor evolving telecom needs...

Saft is the world’s leading

manufacturer of high

end batteries for multiple

industrial, transportation,

space and defence

applications. Fast expansion

of the telecommunications

market relies on assured

technical expertise,

reliable energy back-up

and dependable, worldwide

support. Saft delivers an

international capability for this

globalised need.

Customised for telecomsSaft tailors advanced energy storage technologies to meet the specific evolving needs of telecom networks. Saft brings operators and OEMs now more powerful and longer-life solutions with enhanced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Back-up energy systems for fixed wireless, cable and cellular networks are essential to:

ensure high level of Quality of Service,•

withstand fluctuations in temperature and humidity,•

guarantee reliable performance, whether in urban or remote locations.•

Saft batteries meet particular telecom requirementsFor these applications a back-up battery system should offer:

high reliability and availability,•

ability to operate at high •temperatures with minimal effect on operating life,

high charge efficiency,•

more Energy / Power availability •in constrained space,

good resistance to electrical and •mechanical abuse,

good cycling capability,•

minimal maintenance,•

low weight and volume if •transported to remote places,

favourable life cycle cost,•

easy to recycle.•

New technology for an evolving needSaft’s new generation of fully integrated power and energy solutions include telecom Li-ion battery systems. These provide currently an energy density of 140 Wh/L, and Saft will increase this in the near future to 180 Wh/L enabling:

further improved performance,•

reduced volume and weight,•

reduced battery life cycle cost.•

Saft lithium-ion systems integrate mechanical, electronic and thermal controls to provide safe, totally reliable, autonomous service.

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...in a globalised market

Ni-Cd batteriesSaft’s field-proven Ni-Cd technology is already widely-deployed in

access and cellular networks.

XDSL access•

POTS access •units

PSTN local •exchange

mobile network •technologies

wireless local •loop

cable TV•

micro- and •macro-BTS

base station •controllers

optical node •units

central offices•

Intrinsically reliable.•Tolerates unpredictable •environmental patterns.Cannot corrode.•

Resists physical and electrical •abuse.Excellent cycling capability.•Modular, ideal in retrofit.•

Li-ion battery systemsSaft’s fully integrated, innovative and intelligent Li-ion systems

provide safe, flexible solutions.

Extended lifetime, even at high •temperatures.Very high energy efficiency.•Sealed, maintenance-free.•

High capability in shallow and •deep cycling.Intelligent system providing state •of charge and state of health with remote monitoring.

Ni-MH sealed alkaline batteriesSaft Ni-MH sealed alkaline technology gives high energy density,

zero-maintenance service with excellent duration.

Simple to handle, easy to fit.• Totally reliable service, instantly.•

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Advanced technologies for a progressive market

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Ni-Cd: uncompromised reliability

Saft’s Ni-Cd Tel.X is built specifically for the new generation of decentralised telecom networks, providing:

high energy density,•

extremely long duration life,•

good and stable performance •data,

good storage capability, •

optimised Total Cost of •Ownership.

With Tel.X, battery replacement is not necessary during the life of the equipment, under typical operating conditions.

Tel.X offers totally reliable back-up power in fibre-optic networks offering triple-play services and in remote networks.

high energy density, •

maintenance free,•

simple installation,•

temperature resistant,•

no active cooling required,•

compatible with existing •telecom equipment.

tel.X - the high energy density, low maintenance batterySustainable design The whole life cycle of Tel.X is considered closely during all phases of development, from manufacturing to industrial operations and recycling.

Tel.X manufacture consumes significantly less upstream energy and its advanced design reduces still further the environmental impact of waste processing.

In operation, Tel.X contributes to significantly less energy consumption during its useful life. Its excellent cycling profile based on a highly efficient float charge regime contributes directly to reduced peripheral energy consumption, including cabinet air conditioning and maintenance.

A range of possibilities The Tel.X range is available from 75 Ah to 170 Ah in modular construction to suit your capacity needs. Each module comprises 3 to 10 cells in flame retardant material UL-94 VO and lifting handle to facilitate easy handling and installation.

Tel.X is qualified to NEBS level III, the highest safety and functional standards from Telcordia, and is designed to meet the environmental requirements of GR-3108, the performance requirements of GR-3020 and IEC 60623.

The combination of sintered/pbe, flooded electrolyte and corrosion-free technology gives NCX the edge over conventional valve regulated lead acid (VRLA), particularly in extreme conditions.

resilient and compact NCX provides hundreds of Ah per square metre in installations where space is at a premium. It offers:

field-proven reliability,•

long life in extreme •temperatures,

very low maintenance with •Water Filling System,

qualified up to zone 4 •earthquake.

SPHSPH provides totally reliable support in UPS applications and in starting diesel engine generators should mains power fail.

Powerful support indoorsFor central office deployment, SPH technology reduces water loss, does not produce fumes, and has been proven in industry over many years to deliver:

high discharge capability,•

direct retrofit with VRLA.•

Ultima.plusUltima.plus batteries are designed using the well-established pocket plate technology which minimises water use to give extended life and ultra-low maintenance. Ultima.plus provides exceptionally reliable back-up power, with the additional benefits of:

excellent robustness,•

very low life cycle cost.•

Solar power is the solution of choice for off-grid telecom sites demanding high system reliability with low maintenance and reduced running costs.

dependable power in unpredictable conditionsSunica.plus is designed to offer the best energy storage solution in photovoltaic, wind energy and hybrid electrical storage applications.

Sunica.plus excels even when operating in fluctuating conditions and temperature extremes of - 50°C to +70°C (- 58°F to +158°F), additionally featuring:

high cycling capability,•

resistance to erratic charging •conditions,

absolute reliability with low •maintenance,

no risk of sudden death.•

Sunica.plusNCX

– optimised for low TCO

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Intensium 1 Power PlusThe latest generation of Intensium, Power Plus provides enhanced life and power capability. It is ideally suited for power back-up in multiple applications requiring 3 – 30 min support, including bridge for fuel cells.

Integrated 48 V system •ensuring up to 4 kW in 1 U.

75% less volume and •weight than batteries used conventionally for these duties.

Parallel operation.•

Intensium 1 energyA totally reliable power back-up solution in a 1U format, Intensium 1 is ideal for micro-BTS applications. Its compact shape releases more cabinet space for essential value-generating equipment.

Intensium 3 energyA highly advanced integration of battery function and monitoring features, Intensium 3 gives outstanding maintenance-free durability and internal resistance stability in a stand-alone 3U format. Intensium 3 Energy 2300 performs even in the most difficult environmental conditions.

Integrated 48 V system •containing 2.3 kWh of energy

Parallel operation for scalability •up to 20 kWh

Compatible with standard •telecom rectifiers.

Li-ion. Technology with the edge For today’s advanced telecoms

Intensium: safe, compact, Power and energy rangesSaft’s 48 V Intensium lithium-ion battery systems provide exceptional power and energy density for energy storage and high power telecom applications. Power and high Energy battery systems combine:

long life,•

hot-pluggable simplicity,•

zero maintenance,•

unsurpassed compactness,•

remote monitoring,•

into reduced volume, rack-mount ETSI format units designed specifically for telecom outdoor BTS, fuel cells, ADSL, BSC, RT, ONU and HFC applications.

Lithium-ion represents the new wave of robust, intelligent and safe power solutions for a dynamic market with rapidly evolving needs.

By optimising the battery architecture, energy and power profiles for given applications, in the near future Saft will achieve an energy density of 180 Wh/L, double that of conventional batteries.

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Ni-MHThe zero maintenance option

Reliable and compact energy •storage.

Fast, simple and direct retrofit •for VRLA.

Extended life at high •temperature.

Zero maintenance.•

Integrated charger/controller.•

Enhanced specific energy and •energy density,

Scalability possible.•

Saft in the environment: proactive and responsibleSaft is expert in a wide array of technologies and has designed the broadest range of high technology industrial batteries ever available in the telecom market. A continuous programme of technological improvement minimises environmental impact by optimising battery solutions with accurate predictions of future performance. Low volume, space-efficient batteries with increased energy density and low maintenance enable solutions offering long, reliable life.

Saft meets all standards governing design, manufacture and operation of batteries for telecom applications, including GR 3108 and GR 3020, NEBS level III, UL, IEC, etc. Through its international network, Saft collects spent batteries and supports customers’ compliance with legal and environmental obligations by separating and re-using in whole or in part electrolyte and mechanical components for production of new batteries.

Saft Industrial Battery Group 12, rue Sadi Carnot 93170 Bagnolet – France Tel.: +33 (0)1 49 93 19 18 Fax : +33 (0)1 49 93 19 64

www.saftbatteries.com

DocN˚21779-2-0609 Edition: June 2009Data in this document is subject to change without notice and becomes contractual only after written confirmation.Published by the Communications Department.Photo credits: Thierry Balazuc, Bruce Burr, Peet Simard/Saft, Saft.Société anonyme au capital de 31 944 000 € RCS Bobigny B 383 703 873Produced by Arthur Associates Limited.

Saft is committed to the highest standards of environmental stewardship.

Implementing this commitment to minimise the impact of its products and operations on the environment means that Saft gives priority to recycled over unrecycled raw materials, reduces its plant releases into the environment year after year,

minimizes water usage, and ensures that its customers have recycling solutions for their batteries at the end of their lives.Regarding industrial Ni-Cd batteries, Saft has had partnerships for many years with collection companies in most EU countries as well as in North America. This collection network receives and dispatches our customers’ batteries at the end of their lives to fully approved recycling facilities, in compliance with the Laws governing transboundary waste shipments. Saft offers these services free of charge to its customers.Please find a list of our collection points on our web site.In other countries, Saft assists its customers in finding environmentally sound recycling solutions. Please contact your salesrepresentative for further information.

Africa Export sales dpt, France Tel. : +33 1 49 93 19 18 Fax : +33 1 49 93 19 56

Argentina Energia Alcalina, Buenos Aires Tel. : +54 11 4334 9034/35Fax : +54 11 4342 5024

Australia Saft Australia Pty Ltd, Seven Hills Tel. : +61 2 9674 0700Fax : +61 2 9620 9990

Austria Statron GmbH, Wien Tel. : +43 1 617 40 60 Fax : +43 1 617 40 60/40

Belgium AEG Belgium SA, Brussels Tel. : +32 2 529 6543 Fax : +32 2 529 6449

Brazil Adelco Sistemas de Energia Ltda., São Paulo Tel. : +55 11 4199 7500 Fax : +55 11 4161 5307

CanadaPlease contact USA office

ChinaSaft Hong Kong Ltd Kowloon Tel. : +852 3568 7065 Fax : +852 2798 0619

Saft (Zhuhai Free Trade Zone) Batteries Co., Ltd. Shanghai Tel. : +86 21 5866 6405 Fax : +86 75 6881 9328

Czech Republic Saft Ferak a.s., Prague Tel. : +420 257 013 260 Fax : +420 257 013 261

Denmark Scansupply A/S, Birkeroed Tel. : +45 45 82 50 90Fax : +45 45 82 54 40

Finland HansaBattery Oy, Espoo Tel. : +358 207 63 1883 Fax : +358 207 63 1889

France Division France, Bagnolet Tel. : +33 1 49 93 19 18 Fax : +33 1 49 93 19 64

Germany Saft Batterien GmbH, Nürnberg Tel. : +49 911 94 174-0 Fax : +49 911 426 144

India sub continent AMCO-Saft India Ltd, Bangalore, India Tel. : +91 80 2 363 7790 Fax : +91 80 2 363 7716

Italy Saft Batterie Italia S.r.l., Segrate (Milano) Tel. : +39 02 89 28 07 47 Fax : +39 02 89 28 07 62

Japan Sumitomo Corp., Tokyo Tel. : +81 3 5144 9082 Fax : +81 3 5144 9267

Korea Enersys Korea Co. Ltd, Seoul Tel. : +82 2501 0033 Fax : +82 2501 0034

Mexico Troop y Compania, SA de CV, Mexico Tel. : +52 55 50 82 10 30 Fax : +52 55 50 82 10 39

Middle East Saft Nife ME Ltd, Limassol, Cyprus Tel. : +357 25 820040 Fax : +357 25 748492

Netherlands Saft Batterijen B.V., Eindhoven Tel. : +31 40 272 1900 Fax : +31 40 272 1904

Norway Saft AS, Osteraas Tel. : +47 6716 4160 Fax : +47 6716 4170

Russia ZAO Alcatel, Moscow Tel. : +7 495 937 0967 Fax : +7 495 937 0906

Singapore Saft Batteries Pte Ltd, Singapore Tel. : +65 6512 1500 Fax : +65 6749 7282

Spain Saft Baterias S.L. San Sebastian de los Reyes Tel. : +34 916 593 480 Fax : +34 916 593 490

Sweden Saft AB, Oskarshamn Tel. : +46 491 680 00 Fax : +46 491 681 80

Switzerland Statron AG, Mägenwil Tel. : +41 62 887 4 887 Fax : +41 62 887 4 888

United Kingdom Saft Ltd, Harlow Tel. : +44 1279 772 550 Fax : +44 1279 420 909

USA Saft America Inc., North Haven (CT) Valdosta (GA) Tel. : +1 229 245 2854 Fax : +1 229 247 8486

Venezuela Corporación INTELEC C.A., Caracas Tel. : +58 212 963 1122 Fax : +58 212 961 4908

Western Asia Export sales dpt, Sweden Tel. : +46 491 680 00 Fax : +46 491 681 80