Lead batteries
Lead batteries, as used in the decoder 5000 / 5000s, can be shipped without special regulations.
Lithium-Ion and Lithium-Metal Batteries
There are special labeling requirements for the shipment of lithium-ion and lithium-metal batteries:
Lithium-Ion-Batteries (UN3481)
Lithium-ion cells and batteries shipped with or in a device must be labeled with the UN3481 sticker. This regulation applies to the following products:
- USB Timing Box
- Management Box
- Loop Box
- Track Boxes
- Ubidium
- BLE Reader
A maximum of twice the number of batteries that the device requires to operate may be sent outside the device. Ubidium can hold 2 batteries in the device, and 4 additional spare batteries may be sent in the same box.
Additionally, the shipping label must include the notation "PI967 Section II."
Lithium-Metal Batteries (UN3091)
Lithium-metal cells and batteries shipped with or in a device must be labeled with the UN3091 sticker. This regulation applies to the following products:
- Active Transponder
Additionally, the shipping label must include the notation "PI970 Section II."
General Information on Battery Shipping
- Battery Level: Please note that, in accordance with IATA regulations, our devices with lithium-ion batteries may only be shipped with a minimal charge. Before first use, please fully charge the devices.
When returning devices to us, please ensure that the batteries are only minimally charged. - Packaging Requirements: Please ensure that the batteries are cushioned so that the package can withstand a fall from a height of 1 meter without damage.
- Defective Batteries: Defective batteries or loose batteries without a device must not be shipped. Please contact your local disposal service for proper disposal. Do not return defective devices with batteries or loose batteries to us.
- Safety Data Sheets: Safety data sheets can be downloaded from the following link. It is recommended to print the relevant safety data sheets and include them with the shipment to ensure that all relevant information about the batteries is available.
- Warning Stickers: You can download the warning stickers from the attached file.