EN 50604-1 — Secondary Lithium Batteries for Light Electric Vehicle Applications

Safety requirements and tests for defined light electric vehicle batteries.

When it matters

Relevant when a qualifying light-EV battery project references this standard.

Key considerations

Addresses battery-system safety.
Protective functions are assessed.
Interfaces must stay controlled.

Project preparation

Define cells, BMS, enclosure, connectors, and limits.
Prepare hazard analysis and software documentation.
Control representative samples.

Control the evaluated configuration

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