HBL NCPP Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
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Vented pocket plate batteries for demanding industrial applications
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HBL Nickel Cadmium Pocket Plate (NCPP) batteries provide dependable performance, long service life, and excellent resistance to demanding operating conditions. Available in high, medium, and long discharge ranges, HBL NCPP batteries can be configured for applications ranging from generator starting and switchgear protection to telecommunications, UPS systems, and emergency lighting.
Alpine Power Systems can help evaluate your application, select the appropriate battery configuration, and support your system throughout its operating life.
Reliable Power for Critical Applications
HBL NCPP batteries feature rugged pocket plate technology designed for industrial environments where reliability and service life are critical.
Active materials are encapsulated within double-perforated steel strips, increasing the effective surface area and promoting efficient utilization of the active material. Nickel-plated steel internal components, shock-resistant polypropylene containers, and durable separators help the cells withstand vibration, mechanical stress, electrical abuse, and harsh environmental conditions.
The HBL NCPP single-cell range is designed to comply with IEC 60623 and IS 10918 requirements.
Key Benefits
More than 20 years of expected float life at 68°F (20°C) in standby applications
Wide operating temperature range from -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
More than 90% capacity available within six hours of charging
Low internal resistance for enhanced battery performance
Resistant to mechanical and electrical abuse
No risk of sudden-death failure
Long shelf life when supplied dry and discharged
Easy installation and low routine maintenance
High, medium, and long discharge configurations
Competitive total cost of ownership
Product Specifications
Battery chemistry: Vented nickel-cadmium
Product range: HBL Nickel Cadmium Pocket Plate (NCPP)
Nominal voltage: 1.2 V per cell
Available ranges: KPH high-rate, KPM medium-rate, and KPL long-rate
Capacity range: 10 Ah to 480 Ah, depending on cell range
Operating temperature: -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
Expected float life: More than 20 years at 68°F (20°C) in standby applications
Dry-condition shelf life: More than five years
Filled-condition shelf life: Approximately one year
Container: Fusion-welded, shock-resistant translucent polypropylene
Internal construction: Nickel-plated steel
Standards: Designed to comply with IEC 60623 and IS 10918
Supply options: Filled and charged, filled and discharged, or dry and discharged
Optional equipment: Powder-coated mild-steel battery racks
HBL NCPP Battery Ranges
KPH High-Rate Batteries
KPH cells feature thin plates with increased surface area to support high-current discharge applications.
Backup times of less than one hour
Capacity range from 10 Ah to 265 Ah
33 standard cell models
Ideal for generator starting, locomotive cranking, switchgear, and other high-rate applications
KPM Medium-Rate Batteries
KPM cells use optimized plate thickness to balance high-current performance with longer discharge duration.
Backup times between one and three hours
Capacity range from 10 Ah to 395 Ah
42 standard cell models
Suitable for UPS systems, telecommunications, process control, and industrial standby power
KPL Long-Rate Batteries
KPL cells use thicker plates containing more active material to provide reliable power over extended discharge periods.
Backup times greater than three hours
Capacity range from 11 Ah to 480 Ah
41 standard cell models
Ideal for emergency lighting, telecommunications, signaling, solar photovoltaic systems, and extended standby applications
Applications
HBL NCPP batteries are suitable for industrial applications where dependable backup power, long service life, and resistance to demanding conditions are essential.
Generator starting
Diesel locomotive cranking
Switchgear protection
Switchyard systems
Fire alarm systems
Signaling systems
Telecommunications
Uninterruptible power supply systems
Emergency lighting
Instrumentation and process control
Solar photovoltaic systems
Electromagnetic lifters and overhead cranes
Rugged Pocket Plate Construction
Pocket Plates
Active materials are encapsulated within double-perforated steel strips, helping increase the effective plate surface area and improve material utilization.
Nickel-Plated Components
Nickel-plated tabs, studs, nuts, and terminal posts provide excellent electrical conductivity and corrosion resistance.
Bolted Plate Groups
Plate groups are assembled under controlled torque conditions to withstand severe vibration and mechanical stress.
Polypropylene Grid Separators
Chemically inert polypropylene separators insulate the plate frames while allowing the electrolyte to circulate freely.
Translucent Polypropylene Containers
Shock-resistant containers are fusion-welded to their lids, creating a mechanically sturdy cell while allowing visual inspection of electrolyte levels.
Flame-Arresting Vent Caps
Flip-style flame-arresting vent caps help prevent external flames from propagating into the cell while protecting the electrolyte from contamination.
Integrated Splash Guards
Splash guards help prevent electrolyte splashing and reduce the possibility of short circuits caused by foreign objects entering the cell.
Flexible Battery Configurations
HBL NCPP cells can be supplied filled or dry and discharged based on installation, storage, and commissioning requirements. Available system components include:
Inter-cell connectors
Cable connectors
Installation hardware
Operating and maintenance accessories
Optional powder-coated steel battery racks
Alpine can help determine the appropriate cell range, capacity, number of cells, rack arrangement, and charging configuration for your application.
Why Choose Alpine Power Systems?
Alpine Power Systems provides industrial battery expertise throughout the complete system lifecycle.
Battery sizing and application review
Replacement system engineering
Battery racks and accessories
Installation and commissioning
Preventive maintenance
Battery testing and inspections
Charger and system evaluations
Nationwide field service
Battery recycling and disposal coordination
With nationwide capabilities and decades of critical power experience, Alpine helps customers deploy and maintain reliable battery systems for essential operations.
Find the Right HBL NCPP Battery
Choosing between KPH, KPM, and KPL cells depends on the required load, discharge duration, final cell voltage, operating temperature, and charging system. Alpine’s battery specialists can review your requirements and recommend an appropriately sized solution.
Applications
- Emergency Lighting
- Industrial UPS
- Oil & Gas
- Railway & Railroad
- Railroad
- Utilities & Switchgear
Technologies
- Nickel Cadmium (NiCd)
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