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Soldier systems

The weight, cost and logistic footprint associated with a separate power source for each individual technology within the soldier system is unacceptable. An integrated power system, incorporating a central power source is therefore key to reducing the burden on the soldier and improving operational performance.

ABSL has designed and produced bespoke portable power packs for a diverse range of applications including barcode scanners, gas meters, rail track monitors and test and measurement equipment. ABSL's team of chemists, electronic and mechanical design engineers, ensure that our customers receive the most appropriate and cost-effective power solution for their needs.

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These are the various bespoke products developed by ABSL for the Portable/dismounted soldier.

Conformable LiION Battery Pack

A novel "wearable battery" utilising top of the range lithium polymer cells, giving increased comfort and enhanced load carriage distribution for the wearer. Compatible with the BOWMAN battery and charger range. SM Bus compliant

This new and enhanced Pack from ABSL’s military product range provides a high performance solution allowing integration into existing platforms.

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Cell Over-voltage and Under-voltage
Over-Charge Current and Over-Discharge Current
Over-Temperature
Cell Mismatch
Cell Balancing
LED State of Charge Indicator

The pack has been optimised using ABSL’s experience in both the military and commercial sectors, to maximise the performance of current technology. The cells incorporated into this pack have a proven test record for out-performing competitors at extreme low temperatures and cycle life.

Operationally the user can rely upon this pack to function in the harshest of environments. The spatial envelope has been optimised to provide the highest possible power density. This pack has numerous advantages such as:

Extended battery life
Improved internal power management
Improved cycle life
Increased capacity
Extended temperature range
Rapid charging capability
High rate discharge

Capacity: 7.8Ah
Voltage (nominal): 14.4V
Total Rated Energy: 126Wh/Kg
Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +60°C
Cycle Life: 500 @ 70%
Weight (nominal): 900g
Max. Charge Current: 6A
Maximum Discharge Current: 10A

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Soldier Portable Charger

Input Voltage Range: 10-40V DC
Maximum Output (charge) current: 6A
Functional Specification: Level 3, SBS Smart Battery Charger Specification Rev. 1.1
Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +55°C
Weight: 340g

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Main Power Source

FEATURES:

State of the art Lithium-Ion technology
High gravimetric and volumetric energy density
Light weight, robust casing
Visual indication of state of health (actual capacity)
Visual indication of state of charge
Lifetime prediction compatible
Highly accurate fuel gauging
Wide operating temperature range
EMC screened enclosure

Capacity: Option 1: 8.7Ah
Option 2: 11.6Ah
Voltage (nominal): Option 1: 14.4V
Option 2: 10.8V
Maximum Stored Energy: 125Wh
Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +55°C
Weight: ~750g
Max. Charge Current: 6A
Maximum Discharge Current: 5A at 20C

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The XX25 25 W Fuel Cell Power Source

As part of the teaming arrangement to mature an appropriate technology towards the requirements of the PPS strand A1 deliverable, UltraCell have designated ABSL as distributor in the UK and Europe of UltraCell’s the existing XX25 fuel cell. (For more information read the PPS Programme case study here.)

The UltraCell® XX25TM is a portable fuel cell designed to meet the power requirements of mobile electronic devices such as satellite communication terminals, rugged computers and radios used by military and public safety personnel on remote missions.

The XX25 provides uninterrupted power to field computer and communications equipment for extended periods at a considerable weight advantage over existing battery solutions. It can also be used as a power source for remote surveillance and reconnaissance sensors for weeks of continuous monitoring.

The rugged design of the XX25 makes it suitable for the most demanding of environments, and its compatibility with night vision equipment permits around the clock usage in critical missions.

The XX25 is subject to continuous improvement, for example the current unit delivers power out from switch-on within 12 minutes, half the time required by the previous revision, and is qualified to MIL-STD-810F to a high degree.

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