Saft - Aircraft Batteries

Saft is the world's leading battery supplier to the aviation industry, producing a wide range of advanced technology batteries for all kinds of aircraft, both fixed wing and rotary, civil and defence.

Whether providing power for engine starting or energy for emergency back-up, Saft aviation batteries perform well in extreme temperatures, exhibit excellent electrical performance under all conditions and are unrivalled for safety throughout their long service lives.

CUSTOMIZED BATTERIES AND AIRCRAFT RETROFITTING - SERVICE ABOVE AND BEYOND

In a fast-moving, competitive industry, service is an essential complement to every component. That's why Saft has developed a total service concept that ranges from initial research and development to system upgrades and replacement. Our design teams have worked with aviation industry leaders to produce customized batteries system at lighter weight and smaller volume for lower maintenance and minimized cost.

Saft is also an expert in retrofitting aircraft, putting state-of-the art Saft batteries into almost any aircraft with little or no modifications. Our specialized worldwide distribution network (Aero Quality Sales, Aviall, D+C-Airparts) can provide you the battery you need when you need it, while at the same time giving you expert advice and excellent product support.

NICKEL-CADMIUM FOR LONG-LIFE PERFORMANCE AND VALUE

Nickel-cadmium batteries provide the ideal power solution to meet the rigorous demands of aircraft manufacturers, airlines, civil and military operators:

• Greater surges of power for trouble-free starts
• Long-life and sustained performance
• Unmatched reliability and safety under tough conditions
• Lighter in weight, smaller in volume
• Lower maintenance, operating costs and life cycle cost
• "Maintenance free" or sealed valve regulated technology designed for specific battery charger control unit system

MAINTENANCE FOR LOWER OPERATING COSTS

In the competitive airline industry, maintenance is not just an added expense, but a strategic resource for winning customer loyalty and controlling costs.

Fliers care about an airline's safety record and on-time performance. Saft batteries are designed for the lowest maintenance requirements without compromising safety, reliability and operation cost.

Meeting the highest standards, Saft Aviation Batteries have two centers, in France (Bordeaux) and in USA (Valdosta, Georgia), manufacturing batteries to demanding ISO 9001 norms.

In addition, Saft has developed a training program known as Battery University to assist in the optimization of service life and control of associated operational costs through proper use and maintenance of Saft nickel-cadmium batteries.

Over two full days, the training program includes basic nickel-cadmium battery electrochemistry, nickel-cadmium operational characteristics, aviation battery troubleshooting, safety and environmental practices, and a comprehensive review of recommended battery maintenance practices.

Our references include the best:

Aerospatiale • Agusta • Airbus • Agusta • Alenia • Bell • BAE • Boeing • Bombardier • Canadair • Casa • Cessna • Dassault Falcon • De Havilland • Denel • Dornier • Embraer • Enstrom • Eurocopter • Fairchild • Fokker • Gulfstream • HAL • Harbin • IAI • Ilyushin • Jetstream Aircraft Limited • Learjet • LET • Lockheed • MDD • MIL • Pilatus • Piper • PZL • Raytheon • Saab • Sabreliner • Short Brothers • Schweizer Aircraft group • Sikorsky • Socata Westland • Tupolev • Xian • Yakovlev

A WORLD LEADER

• Two Production centers
• Two training centers

With over 68 years of experience in aviation, Saft cutting edge solutions have become a benchmark for the industry. Today our battery range is the broadest, with over 400 different battery types available for first installation and retrofit in virtually every type of aircraft worldwide.

Nickel-cadmium is the leading technology, the latest programs are now starting to consider Saft Li-ion technology.