BS EN 61056-2:2012

What is BS EN 61056-2 - Lead-acid batteries about? 

BS EN 61056-2 specifies the dimensions, terminals, and marking for all general purpose lead-acid cells, and batteries of the valve regulated type: 

• For either cyclic or float charge application
• In portable equipment, for instance, incorporated in tools, toys, or in static emergency, or uninterruptible power supply, and general power supplies.

BS EN 61056-2 defines the dimensions of the batteries in length, height, and width, as well as the shapes of the terminals. The lead-acid cells, and batteries which are described in BS EN 61056-2 should be tested according to the requirements of IEC 61056-1. Conformance to BS EN 61056-2 requires that dimensions, terminals, and marking correspond to these requirements. 

Who is BS EN 61056-2 - Lead-acid batteries for? 

BS EN 61056-2 on general purpose lead-acid batteries is helpful for: 

• Marine applications 
• Battery electric vehicles  
• Back-up power supplies  
• For electric scooters, electric wheelchairs, electrified bicycles 

Why should you use BS EN 61056-2 - Lead-acid batteries? 

Having access to quality requirements, and characteristics is essential to build, and use standardized lead-acid batteries. BS EN 61056-2 provides manufacturers with the dimensions, terminals, and markings which allows them to manufacture, and use lead-acid batteries effectively. 

BS EN 61056-2 contributes to efficient, and safe use of lead-acid batteries. 

What has changed since the last update? 

BS EN 61056-2:2012 supersedes EN 61056-2:2003 which has been withdrawn. The main changes in BS EN 61056-2:2012 with regard to EN 61056-2:2003 are: 

• The addition of new battery designations 
• An update of the requirements like the one concerning the marking