Launched in 1991, the original battery has sold over 100m units worldwide. The next-gen battery builds on this success, using a lithium-manganese dioxide chemistry, which delivers a stable discharge and high energy density.
The U9VL-J-P weighs 37g and conforms to the dimensions of ANSI 1604 – the same size as a standard 9V battery. Thanks to the use of Ultralife ThinCell technology, where three individual thin foil cased cells are combined to create a 9V battery, it achieves a capacity of 1200mAh. Ultralife claim that this is 50% more energy than the 800mAh capacity boasted by the leading brand-named lithium competitors and five times the energy of leading alkaline 9V batteries.
“As we’ve seen from recent reports in the media, high energy lithium batteries can pose a risk of fire when things go wrong,” explained Bernd Rosati, European Sales Manager at Ultralife Corporation. “To make it the safest battery possible, the U9VL-J-P is constructed with a shutdown separator and a temperature and current (PTC) safety device.
“We’ve also reduced the battery’s internal impedance by enhancing its design. This means that it can supply a higher power output with a stable voltage. This is great for demanding applications such as security systems, telemetry products, smoke or carbon monoxide alarms, test and instrumentation and medical devices where a high-pulse current improves operation.”
The Ultralife lithium 9V battery offers a shelf life of up to ten years, even in tough environments. The battery has an operational discharge temperature between -40 and 60°C, making it a useful long-life battery for indoor and outdoor use.
The U9VL-J-P complies with Underwriters Laboratories’ UL1642, UL2054 and UL217 specifications, features a non-magnetic structure and qualifies for several exceptions under Class 9 shipping regulations. The battery is also available in various packaging including a blister pack, a bulk pack and a foil pouch as well as a version for contractors.