This course explores the evolving battery technologies used in lighting inverter systems, with a focus on comparing traditional VRLA batteries and other battery chemistries with modern Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) solutions. Participants will gain an understanding of how battery chemistry impacts safety, lifecycle cost, space requirements, and long-term performance in life-safety applications. The course also outlines why LiFePO₄ is emerging as a future-ready solution for next-generation emergency lighting systems.

Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:

• Identify and compare common battery technologies used in life safety and emergency inverter systems, including VRLA, Nickel-Cadmium, and various lithium chemistries, using key performance indicators such as cycle life, service life, operating temperature, energy density, and cost.
• Evaluate the limitations and risks associated with legacy battery technologies in modern building environments, including maintenance requirements, thermal sensitivity, space constraints, and lifecycle cost implications.
• Understand the technical and safety advantages of Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) battery technology, including thermal stability, extended service life, reduced maintenance, and improved total cost of ownership.
• Apply lifecycle-based decision-making principles to battery selection in life safety systems, enabling safer, more reliable, and future-ready design solutions that support occupant safety and long-term building performance.

Approximately 1 hour. Delivered via webinar or face-to-face presentation. Available sessions shown below.

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