Batteries for emergency lighting – reliable, long-lasting and safe

Two light green emergency exit signs hang from the ceiling, which is lined with numerous parallel metal pipes and round, silver ceiling lights. Each sign features a white pictogram of a person running to the right, with an arrow pointing towards the exit.

For your safety and emergency lighting

Our batteries for emergency and safety lighting systems are specially designed for use in critical situations. They offer maximum reliability, long runtime and meet the highest quality standards. Whether in buildings, industrial facilities or public institutions – with our batteries, you can ensure that your emergency lighting works reliably in an emergency.

Applications for our emergency lighting batteries:

Buildings and offices: Emergency lighting for stairwells, corridors and exits.
Industrial facilities: Safety lighting in production halls and warehouses, where failures can have serious consequences.
Public facilities: Evacuation lighting in schools, hospitals or government buildings.
Residential complexes: Emergency lighting in underground car parks, stairwells and communal areas.
Venues: Safe wayfinding for visitors in theatres, cinemas or halls during power cuts.

Our batteries are compatible with a wide range of manufacturers and systems and meet the high safety requirements of emergency lighting technology.

Your benefits at a glance:

Maximum reliability for emergency and safety lighting in critical situations
Long service life thanks to high-quality cell technology and high cycle stability
Compatibility with numerous common emergency lighting and evacuation systems
Prompt availability and expert advice

This ensures that your emergency lighting is always ready for use and can save lives in an emergency.

Tips & tricks for using batteries for emergency lighting

To ensure that your safety and emergency lighting works reliably in an emergency, you should follow some basic guidelines when handling the batteries:

1. Regular functional testing
Test the emergency lighting at the prescribed intervals to ensure that the batteries are ready for use in an emergency.

2. Follow the 80-20 rule
The same applies to emergency lighting batteries: repeatedly fully charging and fully discharging lithium-ion batteries puts a strain on the cells. Keeping the charge level between 20 % and 80 % ensures a longer service life.

3. Charging correctly
Ensure that the batteries are continuously supplied with the correct charging current. Many systems have an automatic trickle charge function – check that this is working properly on a regular basis.

4. Observe environmental conditions
Store and use the batteries at moderate temperatures. Extreme heat or cold can significantly reduce their capacity and service life.

5. Timely replacement
Even high-quality batteries lose capacity over the years. Plan to replace them in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications to ensure the operational safety required by law.

6. Use only certified batteries
Only use batteries that are approved for emergency and safety lighting systems. This will help you avoid failures and ensure that all standards and regulations are complied with.

Frequently asked questions about batteries for emergency lighting

+ - How often should batteries for emergency lighting be checked?

Under current safety standards, emergency lighting systems must be inspected regularly. In most cases, a monthly functional test and an annual endurance test are required. The performance of the batteries is also checked during these tests to ensure that the system remains operational as required by law. 

+ - How long do batteries for emergency lighting last?

The service life depends on the cell technology and operating conditions. High-quality batteries typically have a service life of three to five years. Factors such as high ambient temperatures or frequent charge-discharge cycles can shorten the service life.

+ - When should an emergency lighting battery be replaced?

The battery must be replaced if the specified emergency runtime is no longer achieved during testing or if the capacity drops noticeably. Visible damage or swollen cells are also clear signs that the battery needs replacing.

+ - What types of batteries are used in emergency lighting systems?

Different types of batteries are used depending on the manufacturer and system. The most common are nickel-cadmium (NiCd), nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) and lithium-ion batteries. The choice depends on the requirements regarding runtime, temperature resistance and regulatory standards.

+ - How are batteries for emergency lighting charged?

Most systems feature automatic charge maintenance, which keeps the battery at an optimal charge level at all times. It is important to check the charging system regularly to ensure a reliable power supply in an emergency.

+ - Are there any legal requirements for emergency lighting batteries? 

Yes, batteries for emergency lighting must comply with the requirements of the relevant standards and the provisions of building regulations. Only tested batteries that meet the relevant standards can guarantee the operational safety required by law. You can find the declaration of conformity for our COPACKS batteries directly on the respective product pages.