Panasonic Introduces Batteries For Wind Turbines

“These customized batteries, designed specifically for superior performance in the tough environment of Wind Turbine energy systems, continue to demonstrate Panasonic’s commitment to producing technologies that contribute to a sustainable future,” said Dennis Malec, Senior Applications Engineer at Panasonic Industrial Company.

“Based on our eco-ideas strategy, Panasonic worldwide is committed to providing industrial and business solutions that help people live in greater harmony with the global environment.“

Analysts project that total installed wind power generating capacity, buoyed by renewable energy standards and other policies that favor alternate energy sources, including those contained in economic stimulus packages in the United States, China, and elsewhere, will more than double by 2013.

Four new batteries designed to power the adjustment of the pitch of the Wind Turbines’ blades are key to Panasonic’s initial offering to this dynamic market. During Wind Turbine operation the blades’ pitch is adjusted as necessary to optimize power-generating performance. All of the new batteries feature flame-retardant cases of UL94V-0 resin.

– The LC-WTV127R2 is a 12V, 7.2Ah VRLA battery. Expected life is 5 years at 20°C and 3 years at 25°C based on a weekly discharge cycle of max 15 seconds.

– The LC-WTV1212 is a 12V, 12Ah VRLA battery. Expected life is 5 years at 20°C and 3 years at 25°C based on a weekly discharge cycle of max 15 seconds

– The LC-WTP127r2 is a 12V, 7.2Ah VRLA battery. Expected life is 10 years at 20°C and 5 years at 25°C based on a weekly discharge cycle of max 15 seconds.

– The LC-WTP1212 is a 12V, 12Ah VRLA battery. Expected life is 10 years at 20°C and 5 years at 25°C based on a weekly discharge cycle of max 15 seconds.

Each of the batteries feature high quality and reliability, exceptional deep discharge recovery, no corrosive gas generation, long service life, quick changeability, high power density, and virtually maintenance-free operation.

Panasonic Industrial Company, a division of Panasonic Corporation of North America, markets a broad line of industrial components and products in the United States. Based in Secaucus, New Jersey with facilities across the country, Panasonic Corporation of North America is the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE Symbol: PC).

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