Battery symbol
Also called Cell, DC source
A battery stores energy as DC. Each cell is a long plate (positive) and a short plate (negative); two or more cells make a battery.
What the battery symbol means
A battery stores energy as DC. Each cell is a long plate (positive) and a short plate (negative); two or more cells make a battery.
ANSI and IEC symbols
Where you see it
UPS systems, DC switchgear supplies for breaker tripping, emergency lighting and battery energy storage.
What is written next to it
On a one-line, the battery carries its tag and its ratings: nominal voltage, capacity in Ah, number of cells and autonomy.
What gets checked at commissioning
Before the battery is energised, the test records usually cover: cell voltages, a capacity (discharge) test and the charger float and boost settings. Each check is recorded against the tag, so the system can be handed over with its evidence. See commissioning software.
Related symbols
Frequently asked questions
What does the battery symbol look like?
On ANSI drawings: Long and short plates, the long one positive. In IEC 60617: Drawn the same way: long and short plates.
Is the battery symbol the same in IEC and ANSI?
Yes, it is drawn the same way in most legends.
Where is a battery used?
UPS systems, DC switchgear supplies for breaker tripping, emergency lighting and battery energy storage.
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