Batteries for Asset Tracking Applications

3/1/2024

Devices for tracking assets and vehicle fleets such as GPS devices and various asset tracking devices are used by many businesses worldwide. The use of asset tracking systems allows businesses to get real-time data on the location of vehicles and valuable assets which helps improve productivity and reduce operational costs, boosting profitability. While asset tracking devices have revolutionized the way shipments and other assets are tracked, the one limiting factor is keeping the devices powered.

At Nichicon, we produce lithium titanium-oxide (LTO) batteries that can be used to reliably power GPS devices and other asset tracking devices. Our LTO batteries can provide sustained, high-power output with rapid charge and discharge capabilities to be a reliable internal power source for asset trackers.

What is an Asset Tracking Device Battery?

An asset tracking device battery is a battery that can efficiently power asset trackers and GPS devices. Many of the asset tracking devices being used are wireless which means that they rely on an internal power source to operate. Businesses need to be able to track assets in real-time which makes it extremely important for the batteries used in asset trackers to be able to provide dependable, long-lasting power.

Nichicon provides LTO batteries for asset tracking devices with high-power output and fast charge/ discharge capabilities for rapid energy transfer. The small size of our LTO batteries makes them an ideal fit for small asset tracking devices and they can charge and discharge very quickly with no significant degradation of their capacity. They can be energized from multiple types of energy harvesting devices such as light, RF, vibration, etc. These qualities make our LTO batteries maintenance free and they seldom require replacement, making them a dependable cost effective option for asset tracking devices that reduce the total cost of ownership.

What Makes Nichicon Batteries Great for Asset Tracking Devices?

The high-power output and rapid charge and discharge capabilities make our LTO batteries a great option for powering GPS and asset tracking devices. Not only do our LTO batteries provide dependable power output, but they also have a cycle life of over 25,000 charge/ discharge cycles, which means they can provide dependable power for a prolonged period of time.

The following are the main characteristics that make our LTO batteries an effective solution for asset tracking applications:

Rapid charging: The rapid charge/ discharge qualities of our LTO batteries allow for uninterrupted power in asset tracking devices as these batteries can charge in as little as 3 minutes.
Small-size: Our LTO battery has diameters ranging from 3 mm to 12.5 mm with a small footprint which makes them ideal for use in small asset tracking devices.
Long Life: Our LTO batteries have a cycle life of more than 25,000 charge/discharge cycles to be a long-lasting, dependable power source for asset trackers.
Maintenance free: No maintenance is required with our LTO batteries, and they rarely need to be replaced.
Sustainable: Our LTO batteries are RoHS compliant and meet all environmental standards for disposal and operation.
High energy density: The high energy density of our LTO batteries allows for dependable power output that will keep asset trackers functioning.
High safety: Our LTO batteries can safely operate in extreme conditions with little risk of ignition or explosion.
Low temperature: Our LTO batteries are able to charge and discharge in temperatures as low as -30 °C, making them a safe solution for asset trackers exposed to the elements.
High power discharge: The discharge time for our LTO batteries is just 3 minutes which suits short discharge requirements.
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