Battery cabinet front and rear distance requirements

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Where should a battery cabinet be installed?

The battery cabinet must be installed adjacent to the power cabinet. The following diagram shows the equipment layout for a typical new indoor Macrocell site. Notes: The cabinets may be placed with zero clearance to the rear wall. The cabinets may be placed with zero clearance to the side wall, however some clearance is recommended.

What is the minimum clearance for a battery rack?

For battery racks, there shall be a minimum clearance of 25 mm (1 in.) between a cell container and any wall or structure on the side not requiring access for maintenance. Battery stands shall be permitted to contact adjacent walls or structures, provided that the battery shelf has a free air space for not less than 90 percent of its length.

How much space do you need for a battery system?

Spaces about battery systems shall comply with 110.26. Working space shall be measured from the edge of the battery cabinet, racks, or trays. For battery racks, there shall be a minimum clearance of 25 mm (1 in.) between a cell container and any wall or structure on the side not requiring access for maintenance.

What are the requirements for a battery location?

Battery locations shall conform to 480.9 (A), (B), and (C). (A) Ventilation. Provisions appropriate to the battery technology shall be made for sufficient diffusion and ventilation of gases from the battery, if present, to prevent the accumulation of an explosive mixture. (B) Live Parts. Guarding of live parts shall comply with 110.27.

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