Manual
745-680-B8-002, Rev. B
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1.0 Introduction
The SMU-F range of Valve Regulated Lead Acid (VRLA) batteries is designed to meet the needs of the
wireless communications industry. Safety, reliability and a long service life in standby applications are
the result of an industry-leading manufacturing technology and a product design purpose-built for the
requirements of a wireless communications network.
Alpha Technologies also offers a full line of racking solutions to accomodate the SMU-F range of batteries.
Front-terminal SMU-F batteries provide easy access to terminals for installation and maintenance, eliminating
the need to purchase expensive sliding mechanisms to provide terminal access.
The SMU-F range is designed to reduce space requirements and minimize the number of terminations – to
make it easier to install and maintain these batteries. Other features of the SMU-F range include:
No additional water is needed throughout their life thus reducing maintenance costs as compared to •
vented (ooded) batteries.
Meets the requirements of modern electronic equipment and is compatible with normally available •
recharging systems.
Compact construction and excellent performance at high rates of discharge provides big savings in •
volume and weight as compared to conventional ooded, vented batteries.
Because there are no perceptible amounts of gas emissions under normal operating conditions, batteries •
can be installed in the same environment where people live and work.
Substantial savings in installation and maintenance costs compared to conventional vented batteries. •
No special rooms are required and only minimal maintenance is needed during the life of the battery.•
Smaller, lighter, and more compact than traditional batteries, SMU-F batteries, with integrated handles, •
are easy to move.
Delivered lled and charged for immediate use.•
1.1 Main Applications
Wireless Communications
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SMU-F batteries have a proven track record of performance in many parts of the
communications network including Central Ofce, Huts, CEV’s and Remote Terminal cabinets.
Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
The low internal resistance Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) FA batteries make them a good choice for
U.P.S. applications, especially for Industrial U.P.S. and extended run-time applications.