Inherently Safe Chemistries: Formulated with robust Low Self-Discharge (LSD) NiMH cells that naturally eliminate thermal runaway risks, aligning seamlessly with strict workplace explosion-proof baselines where lithium alternatives are legally banned.
Heavy-Duty Mechanical Reinforcement: Built with thickened, customized nickel connection strips designed to withstand continuous, high-frequency impacts and heavy industrial vibration on AGV logistics tracks without structural failure.
Optimized Float-Charge Resilience: Engineered specifically for permanent Pogo pin integration, ensuring the cell chemistry resists continuous trickle-charge degradation while delivering instant, zero-latency failover power to protect critical tracking data.
Flexible OEM Customization: Features a highly compact 10.5mm profile paired with a standard JST-XHP-2 plug, with full engineering paths open to custom wire lengths, specialized AWG options, and custom cell layouts to fit proprietary enclosures.
Uncompromised Failover Power for Next-Gen Industrial RFID Tracking
Optimize factory logistics with the HIMAX 3.6V 800mAh LSD NiMH battery pack, engineered to endure high-vibration assembly lines and strict explosion-proof deployment zones.
🔬 Advanced LSD NiMH Chemistry: Maximizing Safety and Mitigating Float Degradation in Restricted Industrial Zones
In automotive assembly lines, chemical plants, and high-altitude aerospace logistics, lithium-ion deployment is severely restricted due to stringent fire safety and explosion-proof audits. As Caleb, Technical Director at HIMAX, I recognize that hardware engineers need a drop-in, zero-risk alternative without sacrificing performance. This battery features an advanced Low Self-Discharge (LSD) NiMH 3S1P AAA configuration that inherently eliminates the risk of thermal runaway, making it perfectly aligned with strict safety mandates.
Furthermore, traditional chemistries degrade rapidly under continuous trickle/float charging via Pogo pins on active workstations. Our specialized electrochemical formula maintains stability under continuous micro-charging, and retains over 80% capacity even after 1 year of idle warehouse storage, ensuring that your automated guided vehicle (AGV) tracking tags remain operational whenever called upon.
Seamless Mechanical Integration and Robust Vibration Isolation for Dynamic AGV Trays
Field engineering deployment comes with brutal physical realities. AGV trays encounter continuous high-frequency impacts and mechanical shocks on automated assembly lines. To address this pain point, HIMAX implements internal connection tabs that are specifically thickened and reinforced, ensuring structural integrity where generic commercial batteries fail. The flat, ultra-compact 10.5mm x 31.5mm x 44.5mm form factor is precision-molded to fit ultra-thin RFID reader enclosures without sacrificing precious PCB clearance.
From a system-level power logic perspective, the battery interface integrates a standard JST-XHP-2 connector with custom wire lengths, designed to transition instantly from host-rail power to internal backup during power drops. Our manufacturing framework satisfies rigorous international testing protocols, conforming to ISO 9001 and CE baselines, ensuring every pack handles extreme operating discharge temperatures from -20°C to +60°C seamlessly.
Specifications
HIMAX 3.6V 800mAh AAA NIMH Battery Pack
Battery Type / Chemistry
Low Self-Discharge NiMH
Nominal Voltage
3.6V
Fully Charged Voltage
4.35V to 4.50V
Discharge Cut-off Voltage
3.0V
Nominal Capacity
800mAh
Total Rated Energy
2.88Wh
Internal Resistance (IR)
≤ 45mΩ at 1kHz AC
Charging Current & Method
Standard: 80mA (0.1C) Constant Current; Max: 400mA with -ΔV termination
Max Continuous Discharge Current
800mA / 1.0C
Peak Pulse Discharge Current
1600mA / 2.0C (duration < 2 seconds)
Operating Temp (Discharge)
-20°C to +60°C (Custom wide-temp ranges available)
Operating Temp (Charge)
0°C to +45°C (Optimized for micro-trickle charging)
Cycle Life (with DOD%)
≥ 500 cycles at 100% DOD / ≥ 1500 cycles at 30% DOD
Physical Dimensions
Approximately 10.5mm (T) × 31.5mm (W) × 44.5mm (L) (Custom form factors supported)
Approximate Weight
~36.0g
Outer Wrapping Material / Shell
ST-XHP-2 (2.54mm Pitch 2-Pin) Male Plug; Custom terminals available
Manufacturing framework conforms to UN38.3, MSDS, IEC 62133, and UL 2054 standard baselines
Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to the HIMAX Industrial Engineering FAQ guide. This technical repository is curated specifically for hardware integration engineers and procurement leads deploying telemetry and RFID asset-tracking solutions in extreme logistics environments. It outlines the electrochemical, mechanical, and electrical integration safeguards built into our low self-discharge NiMH battery packs.
Why should we choose a NiMH chemistry pack for our RFID tracking nodes rather than a standard Lithium-ion layout?
In industrial automation zones, automotive assembly lines, and hazmat environments, fire mitigation is paramount. Our AAA NiMH chemistry possesses an aqueous electrolyte, which inherently lacks the thermal runaway risks linked with Lithium-ion. It satisfies strict explosion-proof and factory safety audits where lithium configurations are legally restricted.
How does this battery handle transient voltage drops during intense active RFID transmissions or peak load spikes?
The pack maintains an optimized, low internal resistance (≤ 45mΩ). During high-power RF transmission bursts, the battery cells exhibit superior transient response, preventing the operating voltage from dipping below the hardware’s reset threshold, thus eliminating critical communication packet drops.
Our tracking system relies on continuous float charging on Pogo pins. Will this constant micro-charging rapidly degrade the battery life?
No. Unlike traditional NiMH chemistries, HIMAX’s advanced Low Self-Discharge (LSD) lattice formulation is specifically optimized for permanent float-charging architectures. It resists continuous trickle-charge degradation, providing a stable 3-to-5-year design float service life while retaining over 80% capacity even after one full year of unpowered shelf storage.
What are the OEM customization boundaries for the mechanical dimensions, wiring, and interface connectors?
HIMAX offers total structural adaptability. While our standard layout utilizes an ultra-thin flat 3S1P design with a JST-XHP-2 connector, engineers can specify precise AWG wires, alter lead lengths, or select alternative terminals (e.g., Molex, Hirose). The core manufacturing process aligns with ISO 9001 quality framework guidelines.
How does the battery pack behave when the AGV tray breaks mechanical contact with the charging rail?
The battery acts as a seamless, zero-latency failover node. The low-impedance configuration allows an instantaneous switch from bus-driven charging to high-fidelity internal discharge. This ensures the onboard RFID localization circuit encounters zero voltage interruption, preserving telemetry state machine data across transition zones.
