Acculon Labs

Certification
and Assurance

Paving a confident path to certification through thorough pre-compliance testing and evaluation. Navigating battery certification requirements can be a complex process. Acculon Labs offers comprehensive testing and evaluation services meticulously designed to provide you with a high degree of assurance that your battery cells, modules, and packs will meet the requirements of various industry standards. While we do not provide the final official certification, our thorough testing helps you proactively identify and address potential issues early in the development cycle, significantly streamlining your path towards successful certification.

Core Offerings

UL2580 Assurance Testing

We conduct pre-certification testing and evaluation against the UL2580 standard, which covers batteries used in electric vehicles. Our testing encompasses the critical electrical, mechanical, and environmental tests specified in the standard, providing you with a clear understanding of your battery’s compliance status and potential areas for improvement before undergoing formal UL certification.

IEC 62133 Assurance Testing

Following the cell teardown, individual cell components (electrodes, separator, electrolyte, current collectors, housing, etc.) are carefully examined. This may involve visual inspection under magnification, dimensional measurements, and material characterization techniques. The goal is to identify any manufacturing defects (e.g., tears, wrinkles, contamination), signs of premature degradation (e.g., corrosion, delamination), or inconsistencies in material quality that could contribute to potential failures.

Other Relevant Certification Standards Assurance

We also provide pre-certification testing and evaluation against other relevant battery safety and performance standards, such as:

  • UN 38.3: Testing to ensure the safety of batteries during transportation.
  • Automotive Standards (e.g., SAE J2464, GMW3172): Pre-compliance testing against specific automotive battery standards.

Gap Analysis and Consulting:

Beyond testing, our experienced team offers gap analysis services. We can assess your battery design and existing test data against the specific requirements of your target certification standards. This helps identify any potential areas of non-compliance, allowing you to implement corrective actions before engaging with official certification bodies. We also provide consulting services to help you understand the nuances of different certification requirements and test procedures.

OUR Certification Assurance
CAPABILITIES INCLUDE:

  • Detailed examination and testing according to the relevant certification standards.
  • Comprehensive test reports clearly outlining the compliance status against specific requirements within the standard.
  • Identification of potential areas of concern or non-compliance based on the test results and standard requirements.
  • Recommendations for design or testing adjustments to improve the likelihood of successful certification.
  • Expert support in understanding the intricacies of certification requirements and the associated test procedures.

Disclaimer:

Please note that Acculon Labs is an independent testing facility and does not provide official certification. Our “Certification Assurance” services are designed to help you thoroughly prepare for and significantly increase your likelihood of successfully passing formal certification processes conducted by accredited certification bodies.

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