SAE J 2464 : 2009

1 Scope
    1.1 Purpose
2 References
    2.1 Applicable Publications
    2.2 Related Publications
3 Definitions
4 Technical Requirements
    4.1 General Test Guidelines
          4.1.1 Hazardous Substance Monitoring
          4.1.2 Test Conditions and measurement accuracies
          4.1.3 Number, Condition and Size of Batteries
                  To Be Tested
    4.2 Mechanical Abuse Tests
          4.2.1 Shock Tests
          4.2.2 Drop Tests
          4.2.3 Penetration Test
          4.2.4 Roll-Over Test
          4.2.5 Immersion Test
          4.2.6 Crush Test
    4.3 Thermal Abuse Tests
          4.3.1 Radiant Heat Test
          4.3.2 Thermal Stability Test
          4.3.3 Compromise of Thermal Insulation
          4.3.4 Overheat/Thermal Runaway Test
          4.3.5 Thermal Shock Cycling
          4.3.6 Elevated Temperature Storage Test
    4.4 Electrical Abuse Test
          4.4.1 Short Circuit Test
          4.4.2 Partial Short Circuit Test
          4.4.3 Overcharge Test
          4.4.4 Overdischarge Test
          4.4.5 Extreme Cold Temperature Test
Tables
1 Measurement Accuracies
2 Shock Levels and Durations
3 Penetration Characteristics
4 Thermal Heatup Rates and Duration
5 Number and Type of Devices to be Shorted
6 Test Conditions Sequence and Required Actions

Specifies a body of tests which may be used as needed for abuse testing of electric or hybrid electric vehicle batteries to determine the response of such batteries to conditions or events which are beyond their normal operating range.