SIGNAL CORPS BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM PP2386
Abstract
The system is composed of three assemblies - the power supply, the control and distribution panel, and twelve battery charging stations - arranged within a 12 ft. by 4 ft. rectangle. The power supply and control panel form one 4 ft. end, and the twelve stations are arranged, six per side, along the 12 ft. length. The over-all system height is 5 ft. (approx.). The power supply is a self contained, regulated unit mounted on casters, and can, therefore, be used for purposes other than battery charging. The output of the supply is 24 to 32 volts d.c. at 0 to 200 amperes d.c. It fits into a cutout in the control and distribution panel, to which it can be mechanically fastened. The output of the supply is fed to the control and distribution panel and from there to the twelve charging stations. The control panel contains facilities for adjusting and monitoring the voltage and current to each station. Capabilities: simultaneous charging of twelve 24 volt batteries within an 8 to 12 hour period under a normal ambient temperature of 20 C. (A 24 volt battery is defined as any battery, or batteries series connected, having a nominal voltage of 24, and a capacity of 150 ampere-hours at the 20 hour rate).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 20, 1961
- Accession Number
- AD0403465
Entities
People
- Stanley Ladouceur