STMicroelectronics
GENEVA   Switzerland
Sep 10, 2009 Suited for variety of handheld devices, Model STC3100 has built-in Coulomb counter to calculate battery charge, and stores data at 16-bit resolution for retrieval by system controller. Access is via I2C interface, enabling controller to create graphical representation of remaining battery-operating time. Device has 64-bit identifier for traceability, 32 bytes RAM for battery history storage, and 1 external pin for use as detector input or to drive LED indicator.

Delphi
Troy, MI 48098-2815
Jan 12, 2009 Available with Controller Area Network (CAN) interface in addition to Local Interconnect Network (LIN) interface, IVT Battery Sensor measures current, voltage, and temperature to determine battery health in passenger and commercial vehicles. CAN and LIN interfaces for data and diagnostic communication aid in implementation for vehicle manufacturers. Both versions are available for 12 V systems. CAN-based sensor can monitor 2 batteries connected in series in 24 V system.

Linear Technology Corp.
Milpitas, CA 95035-7417
Nov 04, 2008 Housed in 8 x 12 mm surface mount package, LTC6802 ICs can be stacked in series without optocouplers or isolators, for voltage monitoring of every cell in strings of series-connected batteries. Maximum total measurement error is guaranteed at less than 0.25% from -40 to 85°C and all cell voltages in battery stack can be measured within 13 ms. Each LTC6802 communicates via 1 MHz serial interface, and includes temperature sensor inputs, GPIO lines, and precision voltage reference.

Rittal Corporation
Springfield, OH 45504
Sep 26, 2008 Comprised of up to 250 RiBat modules joined using pre-assembled cable and connected to RiBat Manager, RiBat system extends UPS battery life up to 30% to promote IT system security and availability. RiBat Manager collects, evaluates, and uses all relevant data over service life of monitored battery to control charging process, while RiBat modules control charging process for each battery connected using technology that prevents overcharging.

Access Control Group
Mountainside, NJ 07092
Aug 29, 2008 Eliminating manual data collection and human error, non-invasive CellTrac Monitor provides crucial battery performance data such as voltage, amp hours available/used, temperature, water level, and alarms. System does not require shunt for current measurement, and can interface with Proactive fleet management system as well. CellTrac and complementary CellVue real-time battery gauge enable preemptive battery maintenance to optimize forklift fleet performance.

Midtronics, Inc.
Willowbrook, IL 60521
Aug 13, 2008 Suited for UPS environments, Cellguard Battery Monitoring System utilizes advanced wireless intra-system communications architecture that facilitates installation. System features wireless communications technology, and web and server-based data management.

Smart Energy Solutions
Morehead City, NC 28557
Mar 07, 2008 Available for 12 and 24 V systems, Heavy Duty Battery Brain(TM) withstands starter battery current draws up to 2,000 A from vehicles in fleet, beverage, courier, construction, bus, and RV applications. Product constantly monitors electrical discharge of battery and issues warning when batteries are reaching end of their life cycle. If battery is losing required charge needed to start vehicle's engine, device automatically disconnects battery to preserve its starting power.

Eaton Corp.
Pittsburgh, PA 15272
Jun 25, 2007 Designed for Powerware® single-phase Series 9 and 3-phase UPS, eNotify v2.0 provides real-time response 24/7 to more than 100 UPS and battery alarms, immediate notification of significant events via phone/email/pager, and direct access to technical experts for remote troubleshooting and rapid problem resolution. Remote monitoring solution comes with self-installation capabilities, notification escalations for multiple contacts, and international voltage/phase compatibility.

Ametek Solidstate Controls
Columbus, OH 43085
May 07, 2007 Compatible with any industrial battery type and configuration, CellRX(TM) helps increase battery system reliability by continuously monitoring parameters such as voltage, current, and temperature. It can be configured with RS232/485 communications as well as TCP/IP or telephone modem, and integrated software enables trending of historical battery data. Fiber optics facilitate noise-free connection between controller and concentrators.

Emerson Network Power
St. Louis, MO 63136
Oct 11, 2006 Liebert Battery Monitoring Service combines Alber battery monitoring technology with proactive maintenance and service response to identify problems before they occur and help eliminate downtime. Service continuously diagnoses all critical battery parameters, such as cell voltage, overall string voltage, current, and temperature. Once data is gathered, it is archived and trended to help identify anomalies associated before they lead to failure.

LEM Holding SA
Plan-les-Ouates CH-1228  Switzerland
May 02, 2006 Designed to measure voltage and impedance per cell as well as internal temperature of individual cells, Sentinel features intelligent SoC device that processes signal and interfaces to digital S-Bus control bus. Monitoring voltage, current, and impedance allows users to predict which cells are likely to fail, and to replace them, while temperature measurements ensure that thermal runaway situations are detected and corrected before they cause catastrophic failures.

Adcour
Woburn, MA 01801
May 24, 2005 BIM1 checks battery every 15 min. to provide early warning of battery faults or failures. It measures voltage and impedance and produces signal if battery is ever removed from system. Available for systems from 12–120 V, models are offered for local or remote alarm indication. All models install with 2-wire connections and use software to automatically start setup process.

Philadelphia Scientific
Montgomeryville, PA 18936
May 20, 2005 Blinkyâ„¢ features bright green indicator light, compact top designed to fit small cells, and probe with notches to facilitate cutting to desired length. Safety fuse is located inside body for added security. Blinky includes grommet for installation and false indication circuitry, preventing false signal from being generated when battery actually needs water.

Flow-Rite Controls
Byron Center, MI 49315
Apr 21, 2005 Model Navigator(TM) bi-colored electrolyte level light indicator provides at-a-glance status of electrolyte level status of battery. When indicator is lit to green, battery is ready to go. When it shows red, battery needs water. The 1-2 mA signal generated is intrinsically safe, eliminating chance of spark. Low power level puts no additional drain on battery.

Philadelphia Scientific
Montgomeryville, PA 18936
Mar 01, 2005 Consisting of Sentinel, Controller, and Display modules, iBOS organizes battery pool, ensuring that usage is spread evenly across all batteries. It monitors batteries and eliminates operator judgment in battery selection by determining which battery has longest cooling time since charging. Once charged, each battery is placed in queue, so batteries that finish charging first are taken first. Using on-site computer, iBOS produces efficiency and diagnostic reports.

Philadelphia Scientific
Montgomeryville, PA 18936
Nov 23, 2004 Utilizing microprocessor technology for water level indication, SmartBlinkyâ„¢ monitors electrolyte levels over period of time. Indicator light changes from green to red when battery needs water, and microprocessor protects unit against reverse polarity connection and incorrect voltages. Indicator body can be mounted on outer edge of battery. Unit is also suited for monitoring water levels in multi-level changers and narrow aisle vehicles.

Texas Instruments, Inc., Semiconductors
Dallas, TX 75243
Sep 16, 2004 Flash-based bq20z8x features Impedance Trackâ„¢ technology, which calculates remaining capacity in lithium-based battery packs with up to 99% accuracy. It relies on dynamic modeling algorithm to learn how much battery has degraded through age, temperature, or usage, then correlates typical chemical properties of anode/cathode system in battery's cell, no matter what brand is used. Gas gauge reports capacity information to system host controller over SMBus interface.

Linear Technology Corp.
Milpitas, CA 95035-7417
Oct 27, 2003 Model LTC4150 bi-directional Coulomb counter monitors current through small sense resistor between battery and load or charger circuit. It indicates charge and discharge of battery through series of output pulses over single communication pin that can be counted by microcontroller. Supporting 1- or 2-cell LI-Ion and 3 to 6-cell NiCd or NiMH batteries, unit allows PDAs, cellular phones, and similar products to monitor state of battery charge or depletion.

C & D Technologies
Blue Bell, PA 19422-0858
Jan 29, 2002 Float Charging Current Probe (FCCP) monitors float charging current on up to 2 strings of VRLA batteries. Non-intrusive sensor is easy to install in new and existing applications. It monitors internal current changes in batteries over time and allows sufficient duration to react prior to possible catastrophic event.