This part of IEC 60896 applies to all stationary lead-acid cells and monobloc batteries of the
valve regulated type for float charge applications, (i.e. permanently connected to a load and
to a d.c. power supply), in a static location (i.e. not generally intended to be moved from place
to place) and incorporated into stationary equipment or installed in battery rooms for use in
telecom, uninterruptible power supply (UPS), utility switching, emergency power or similar
applications.
The objective of this part of IEC 60896 is to specify the methods of test for all types and
construction of valve regulated stationary lead acid cells and monobloc batteries used in
standby power applications.
This part of IEC 60896 does not apply to lead-acid cells and monobloc batteries used for
vehicle engine starting applications (IEC 60095 series), solar photovoltaic energy systems
(IEC 61427), or general purpose applications (IEC 61056 series).