When testing battery cells, battery packs or battery modules, the UUT must withstand very high levels of stress. In a very harsh environment from -40°C to +90°C and high humidity, the units have to cope high electrical stresses. In some cases the UUTs are damaged and then EUCAR level 4 or higher is reached. For this reason, the AVL Gas Sampling Unit analyzes the gas composition in the test chamber in less than 10 seconds and can set actions for safety issues.
Serious Battery Damage During Testing
Within a very short time, the gas sampling unit can detect signs of damage.
Smoke Detection While Testing
Even small amounts of smoke can be detected throughout the test cycle between -40°C and 90°C.
Gas Analysis on the Testbed
During operation, the gas composition inside the test chamber is continuously measured.
Possible Occurrence of Explosive Gases
The Gas Sampling Unit can detect combustible gases and alarm at 50% of the Lower Explosion Limit (LEL).
Oxygen-Free Atmosphere Prevents Explosions
The gas sampling unit can be equipped with a nitrogen inerting module.
Different Test Systems With Diverse Sensors
The system can be equipped with three different gas sensors.
The AVL Gas Sampling Unit can be equipped with various sensors to ensure its adaptability to future needs. If the customer changes the main testing focus of the climatic chamber, the gas sampling unit can be modified to meet the new demands. This is particularly useful when testing different types of batteries that may produce various gases in case of malfunction. In such cases, the original sensors can be replaced with more suitable ones to ensure accurate results. The safety system only needs to be adjusted to the new parameters, avoiding a full system substitution.
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Individual Sensors Available
Fuel cell applications typically require different sensors. The Gas Sampling Unit can also be equipped with the following sensors: CO2, CO, O2, H2, HC
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Ready Equipment
Our gas sampling unit is designed and engineered to meet UL specifications for the North American market.
Hazard Level 7 (Explosion) Can Be Avoided
Due to the fast response time and the fully integrated test system, the occurrence of a level 7 event (explosion) can be avoided. This prevents serious damage to the entire testbed.
Easy Integration of an Inertization Add-on for Small Test Chambers
The AVL Gas Sampling Unit can be optionally equipped with an inerting module to provide an inert atmosphere in small test chambers up to 2,000 liters.
The AVL Gas Sampling Unit is the heart of the testbed safety system. It is a very robust and user-friendly detection system that protects the entire test system and also the entire building from serious damage. It shows AVL's outstanding experience in all parts of the vehicle test system in an impressive way."
– Peter Kerschenbauer, Global Product Manager, AVL List GmbH
Battery packs, modules and cells, fuel cells, e-motor and e-axle solutions must operate safely and reliably in any environment. This can include extreme temperatures and humidity, which cannot be reproduced on the test track or in real test scenarios on the road. This is why we developed the modular AVL Climate Chamber.
Thermal conditions and environment of Units Under Test have strong impacts on real results in driving. For this reason, the thermal simulation must be as exact as possible – which can be achieved via deployment of high performing media conditioning systems.
AVL ThermalLab™ tests the entire VTMS, including all coolant circuits and the refrigerant cycle, under dynamic conditions using model-based testing. The UUT is the complete VTMS embedded in an emulated vehicle while the environment is fully simulated. The entire system can be tested in the lab under realistic driving and ambient conditions.
For battery cell testing, we offer complete test systems, stand-alone equipment, or even entire turnkey test labs.
ACORA – Active Cooling Rack – provides a more efficient way of temperature conditioning cells in a test environment compared to conventional climate/temperature chambers. With ACORA, cells are placed in water-cooled cold plates to achieve the required temperature conditions faster and more accurately.
We offer complete test systems for the testing of modules/packs. Learn more about which hard- and software products are included in our test systems.
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