Our intelligent BMS extends battery life by 30% in the same form factor.
Exceed industry standards with our S-Tier Safety Testing Protocol for total compliance.
Fit powerful, custom batteries into award-winning designs with our miniaturization expertise.
Out on the water, a handheld marine radio faces salt, motion, and sudden calls for help that ordinary electronics never encounter. That’s exactly where our lithium packs shine. We build them around the actual rhythm of a voyage—long listening hours mixed with bursts of high-power transmission.
What sets these packs apart in practice:
We draw straight from real sea trials and user feedback, helping radio makers cut downtime and raise confidence in every transmission.
→ Reach out and we’ll match a pack to your radio’s exact draw and housing.
Nothing undermines trust faster than a radio that fails when spray turns to immersion or a wave knocks it loose. Our packs are shaped by those exact risks, with enclosures and safeguards that stay reliable long after the boat leaves the dock.
Core protections that matter most:
Our designs align with the standards needed to support your approval process efficiently.
→ Just tell us your target markets and we’ll advise on how the packs fit the required compliance framework.
A marine radio battery earns its keep by staying predictable through changing sea states, not just in a test chamber. We validate ours on the same duty cycles crews actually face—hours of standby broken by urgent traffic.
You’ll notice the difference in:
The result feels simple: the radio just works, shift after shift, trip after trip.
→ Share your typical usage pattern and we’ll show you the matching discharge curves.
Every radio design has its own shape, weight balance, and power logic. We treat customization as a conversation with your engineers rather than a checklist.
Typical adjustments we deliver:
We sit in the same room (or call) until the pack slides in and the radio feels whole.
→ Send over your drawings and we’ll return a proposal that clicks.
When production ramps for the next boating season, the last thing you want is variation creeping in. Our lines run with full traceability so every pack behaves the same.
What keeps quality high:
The outcome is supply you can plan around.
→ Let’s walk through our floor and current lead times together.
Shipping lithium packs for marine gear means navigating strict rules and tight schedules. We handle the details so your line never waits.
Services that smooth the way:
→ Tell us your destination and we’ll map the cleanest route.
Q1: Which chemistry suits handheld marine radios best?
Lithium-ion strikes the right balance—compact, high-density power with the flexibility to survive inside floating, submersible housings.
Q2: Will the pack handle saltwater, immersion, and boat motion?
Yes—IP67/IP68 seals plus coated boards keep salt and moisture out while still allowing quick field swaps.
Q3: Are the batteries ready for EU and North American sale?
They are engineered to comply with CE, UN38.3, UL, and RoHS requirements.
Q4: What MOQ can we expect?
It depends on the exact chemistry and tweaks; we keep options open for both pilot runs and full OEM volumes.
Q5: Do you help integrate with charging systems?
Absolutely—our team tunes BMS talk and validates hot-swap where your design needs it.
Customer Background & Application Needs
A European maker supplies handheld VHF radios to recreational and commercial vessels in the EU and North America.
Market data from popular models like the Standard Horizon HX890 and Icom IC-M94D shows crews need batteries that deliver 10+ hours of mixed use amid saltwater, humidity, wave vibration, and wide temperature swings.
Key requirements:
• 10–15 hour runtime for continuous watch, GPS, and emergency calls
• IPX7/IPX8 resilience plus vibration and salt resistance
• -10 °C to 50 °C tolerance and quick onboard swaps
Himax Battery Solution & Configuration
We supplied a Lithium-Ion pack based on proven configurations like the 7.4 V 1800 mAh packs used in HX-series radios.
Battery specification:
• Type: Lithium-Ion
• Voltage: 7.4 V
• Capacity: 1800 mAh
• Energy: 13.32 Wh
• Setup: 2S1P with BMS
Key traits:
• Full-voyage reserve for uninterrupted DSC and GPS
• Sealed, vibration-damped build for IPX8 compatibility
• Multi-level protection against overcurrent, shorts, and extremes
Compliance, Value & Practical Outcomes
Built on a mature platform engineered to comply with UN38.3, CE, and RoHS standards plus vibration and thermal validation.
Results after integration:
• Zero mid-voyage power loss even in heavy use
• Fewer failures and swaps thanks to marine-grade sealing
• Easy scaling with consistent performance data
Himax turns observed market needs into reliable offshore power and lower ownership costs.
Shawn
Battery Engineer
– Power System Design
With over 10 years of experience in lithium battery system design, he specializes in Li-ion, LiFePO4, and LiPo battery packs. His expertise includes BMS integration, thermal management, and custom power solutions for medical and consumer devices.
Dawn
Battery Engineer
– Safety & Compliance
A senior battery engineer focused on safety, testing, and certification. She has extensive experience with UN38.3, IEC 62133, IEC 62619, and CE compliance, supporting battery solutions for medical, industrial, and portable electronic applications.
Joan
Battery Engineer
– Custom Pack Development
Specializing in custom battery pack development, he works closely with OEM clients to optimize voltage, capacity, and form factor. His work supports scalable mass production with strict quality control and long-term reliability.
Alden
Battery Engineer
– Manufacturing & Quality Control
With hands-on experience in battery pack manufacturing, he oversees production processes, aging tests, and quality inspections. His work ensures consistent performance, low defect rates, and stable supply for OEM customers.
Caleb
Battery Engineer
– BMS & Protection Systems
Focused on battery management systems and protection design, she develops PCM/BMS solutions with overcharge, over-discharge, thermal, and short-circuit protection to enhance safety and operational stability across applications.
Nath
Battery Engineer
– Cell Selection & Performance
An experienced battery engineer specializing in cell evaluation and performance optimization. He focuses on energy density, discharge stability, and cycle life, ensuring reliable battery packs for medical and consumer electronic applications.
Certification scope depends on target markets and device classification and should be considered during battery design.
View the full list of battery certifications and compliance standards on our Certification page.
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