ANSI C18.2M : 1997

Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definitions
4 Theory of operation
5 Nomenclature
6 Dimensions
    6.1 Bare cells
    6.2 Jacketed cells
7 Terminals
    7.1 Cap and base
    7.2 Snap
8 Charging and discharging
9 Materials and workmanship
10 Safety and reliability guidelines for consumers, cell
    and battery manufacturers
    10.1 Measures to be taken by cell manufacturers
    10.2 Handling precautions
    10.3 Equipment design and operational precautions
    10.4 Reliability
11 Storage
12 Electrical
    12.1 General
    12.2 Rated Capacity (C1)
    12.3 Capacity retention
    12.4 Effective internal resistance (Re)
    12.5 Discharge rate effect on capacity at -20 deg C
          (-4 deg F)
    12.6 Discharge rate effect on capacity at 21 deg C
          (70 deg F)
    12.7 Life cycle performance
    12.8 Extended overcharge
Tables
1 Sealed nickel-cadmium cylindrical rechargeable single
    bare cells - Dimensional designations
2 Nickel-cadmium jacketed batteries

Concerned with cylindrical bare cells and jacketed batteries, including nomenclature, definitions, theory of operation, dimensions, safety, reliability, tests, user guidelines and performance for sealed rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries. Tests are intended for evaluation of the batteries' performance as specified in this standard. Lists most of the batteries available to the user.