Article: Utility Meter Operating 20 Years On Original Lithium Battery

By Sol Jacobs, Tadiran Batteries, USA

Claiming 20+ years of battery life is one thing. Proving it is an entirely different matter.

Designing an automatic meter reading (AMR) system to deliver 20+ years of maintenance-free performance between battery change-outs requires a battery manufacturer and AMR systems manufacturer working in tandem to integrate intelligent product design with advanced lithium battery chemistry.