Automotive Battery Testing

At Element, we deliver extensive environmental and mechanical testing combined with advanced monitoring capabilities to ensure your products meet the highest standards of safety and performance. Our comprehensive testing includes: 

• Charge/discharge cycling 

• Temperature monitoring and control 

• Pressure monitoring systems 

• Flow monitoring 

• Environmental exposure testing 

• Durability and abuse testing 

• Mechanical stress evaluation 

• Detailed data collection and analysis 

• Custom R&D test programs for emerging battery technologies 

Our testing capabilities span the full range of automotive battery technologies, from individual cells to complete battery systems. We specialize in comprehensive validation of lithium-ion and lithium metal cells, modules, ultra-capacitors, and complete EV battery packs, supporting both development and certification requirements. Our expertise includes: 

• Specialized testing for all cell formats (prismatic, pouch, cylindrical) 

• Battery cells and modules testing 

• Complete pack validation 

• Ultra-capacitor performance analysis 

• Battery management system evaluation 

• Testing for vehicle integration systems 

Our testing approaches align with leading international standards while providing flexibility for custom requirements. We offer: 

• Testing to UN 38.3, UL 2580, and ECE R100 standards 

• Validation for Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs including Ford, GM, FCA, John Deere, Honda, Toyota, and VW 

• Additional testing to ISO, JIS, Mil-STD, NES, RTCA DO 160, SAE, and USCAR requirements 

• Customized R&D test program development 

• Environmental and mechanical testing combinations 

• Advanced failure analysis including cell radiographic imaging (2D x-ray; 3D CT scanning) 

• Mechanical cell teardown analysis for electrode, active material, and separator evaluation 

• Real-time data access and detailed performance reporting 

• Support for emerging battery technologies 

• Advisory services for compliance and certification 

Advanced battery validation 

Working at the forefront of battery technology, we support innovation while maintaining rigorous safety standards. Our expertise includes: 

• Custom test program development 

• Support for emerging technologies 

• Comprehensive validation processes 

• Integration with vehicle systems 

• Performance optimization testing 

• Safety compliance verification 

• Testing for autonomous control systems 

• Testing for navigation and entertainment systems 

Access state-of-the-art testing capabilities through our advanced laboratories with over 3,000 cell and battery test channels. Our advanced testing facilities feature state-of-the-art equipment for precise control and measurement throughout the testing process, including: 

• Environmental testing chambers 

• Mechanical testing systems 

• Advanced monitoring equipment 

• Sophisticated data collection technology 

• Temperature control systems 

• Pressure monitoring devices 

• Flow measurement tools 

• Advanced imaging systems for non-destructive analysis 

With specialized battery testing labs across the US, Europe and South Korea, we provide global access to our expert capabilities. Find your nearest connected technologies testing hub on our Locations Page.