INTRODUCTION

World-class testing facilities equipped with advanced technology and comprehensive safety systems enable complete battery systems validation under the most demanding conditions. Applus+ IDIADA's infrastructure includes over 250m² of dedicated battery safety testing designed area for abuse testing and thermal propagation studies, complemented by four sophisticated test benches capable of conducting aging, performance, and durability assessments from cell to vehicle level.

THE Applus+ SOLUTION

Our facilities incorporate robust environmental controls, high-capacity extraction systems, extensive data acquisition capabilities, and specialized safety features that allow testing of pre-damaged samples and enable comprehensive validation protocols aligned with international automotive standards and homologation requirements.

Battery Safety Laboratory

  • Testing area > 250 m²
  • 45 cm concrete bunker
  • Extraction system (50,000 m³/h)
  • Gas analysis
  • HQ video cameras & IR cameras
  • 100 DAQ channels (HV, LV, TCKs, CAN)
  • Preparation area
  • Immersion pool
  • Fire line
  • Crush bench
  • Nailing equipment
  • Bottom impact device
  • CO2 system for fire extinguishing
  • Water nozzles

Test Benches

  • 4 TBs from cell to vehicle for ageing and performance testing
  • Temperature range: -40ºC to +75ºC
  • High power cyclers: Up to 500 kW / 1000A / 1000V
  • Coolant conditioning systems
  • 500 data acquisition channels

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