What is the IEC/EN Guide to Valve Regulated Lead-acid batteries?

This guide to IEC/EN standards aims to increase the awareness, understanding and use of valve regulated lead-acid batteries for stationary applications and to provide the ‘user’ with guidance in the preparation of a Purchasing Specification.

Which batteries are covered by the EU batteries regulation?

The regulation applies to all batteries in the EU, regardless of the origin of the battery or its materials, including portable batteries, electric vehicle batteries, and LMT (Light means of transport) batteries. The long awaited Batteries Regulation has been revealed earlier this summer, and went into effect 17 August.

Which batteries are not covered by the EU directive?

The directive does not cover batteries used in equipment to protect EU countries' security or for military purposes, or in equipment designed to be sent into space. With some exceptions for portable batteries used in emergency and alarm systems or medical equipment.

When did the EU adopt a battery regulation?

Parliament approved the agreed text on 14 June 2023. The regulation was published in the EU Official Journal on 28 July 2023. Procedure completed. The issue of batteries is relevant to many policy areas, from transport, climate action and energy to waste and resources.

Where can I find information about the new European battery regulation?

Below please find an overview of the following legislation: as well as the new European Battery Regulation approved and published in the (European) Official Journal. Below you will find the full legal texts and all useful info summarised in our clear infographics.

What are battery safety requirements?

These include performance and durability requirements for industrial batteries, electric vehicle (EV) batteries, and light means of transport (LMT) batteries; safety standards for stationary battery energy storage systems (SBESS); and information requirements on SOH and expected lifetime.