Summary of MOLEX DISPOSABLE THIN-FILM BATTERY STOCKED BY HEILIND ELECTRONICS
Heilind Electronics now stocks Molex disposable thin-film zinc-carbon batteries (1.5V and 3.0V). These flexible, lightweight primary cells suit single-use sensing and monitoring devices, featuring vertical stacked construction that reduces footprint and internal resistance, increases peak current and usable capacity, and supports curved surfaces (bend radius ≥25 mm). They contain no heavy metals, operate from −35°C to +50°C, and are optimized for low-power disposable applications.
Parts used in the Molex Disposable Thin-Film Battery Project:
- Molex disposable thin-film battery (zinc-carbon primary cell)
- 1.5 V battery configuration
- 3.0 V battery configuration
Heilind Electronics, a leading global distributor of electronic components and authorized global distributor for Molex, has expanded its selection of electronic component solutions with the company’s disposable thin-film battery.
The thin-film batteries are zinc-carbon primary cells (Zn anode/MnO2 cathode) that nominally deliver either 1.5 or 3.0 volts. Typical applications include single-use or disposable sensing and monitoring devices where lightweight, thin form factor and flexibility are desired.
The vertical construction reduces the footprint compared to other printed batteries and leads to lower internal resistance and improved performance. These thin-film batteries can be applied in a curved surface with a bend radius of 25 mm or greater. The 1.5 V and 3 V batteries support design flexibility and reduce the distance between anode and cathode. They operate at a temperature range of minus 35 degrees Celsius to plus 50 degrees Celsius.
Features & Benefits
- No heavy metals – Offers an economical, environmentally safe alternative to lithium
- Thin, flexible form factor supports design flexibility appropriate for a wide variety of products
- Flexible and low-profile – Can be applied on a curved surface with a bend radius of 35.00mm or greater
- Reduced distance between anode and cathode
- Vertically stacked construction provides the following compared to single-layer construction: reduced internal resistance, increased peak current, increased usable capacity & reduced footprint
- Available in 1.5 and 3V configurations – Delivers power suitable for low-power disposable application
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- What types of chemistry are used in the Molex thin-film batteries?
The batteries are zinc-carbon primary cells with a Zn anode and MnO2 cathode. - What nominal voltages are available for these thin-film batteries?
They are available in nominal 1.5 volt and 3.0 volt configurations. - Can these batteries be used on curved surfaces?
Yes, they can be applied on a curved surface with a bend radius of 25 mm or greater. - What temperature range do these batteries operate in?
They operate from minus 35 degrees Celsius to plus 50 degrees Celsius. - Do these batteries contain heavy metals like lithium?
No, they contain no heavy metals and are an environmentally safe alternative to lithium. - How does the vertical stacked construction benefit performance?
Vertical stacked construction reduces internal resistance, increases peak current and usable capacity, and reduces footprint compared to single-layer construction. - What applications are these disposable thin-film batteries intended for?
Typical applications include single-use or disposable sensing and monitoring devices that require lightweight, thin, and flexible power sources. - Are these batteries suitable for low-power disposable applications?
Yes, the 1.5 V and 3 V configurations deliver power suitable for low-power disposable applications.
