Lithium Battery Safety

Level 2: Technical Training

2013

Rev 2.1
Contents

1. Overview
2. Handling
3. Pre-Job
4. During the Job
5. Post-Job
6. Maintenance
7. Storage
8. Emergency Response
9. References
Next: Overview

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 1. Overview

Prerequisites
Lithium Thionyl Chloride Batteries
LTC Battery Cell Structure
- 3D
- Cross Section
Chemical Reactions
Lithium Battery Hazards

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1. Overview - Prerequisites

Mandatory: Before going through this training,

you need to complete the Awareness (Level-1)
Training, which can be found in InTouch Support
knowledge base. Content id 6237916.

Optional: The Evolution of Oilfield Batteries

Article which is under SLB public site for more
information about history and development of
Schlumberger Lithium Batteries D. Hensley, M. Milewits and W. Zhang
1998

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1. Overview - Lithium Thionyl Chloride Batteries
Schlumberger uses LTC (Lithium
Thionyl Chloride) batteries because of
their power capacity and robust reliability
in rugged downhole conditions. Lithium
Batteries are extremely powerful, and
therefore a lithium battery explosion can
be lethal.

Schlumberger takes care to keep this

potential of explosion down to a
minimum, however, as a Schlumberger
employee, you should be aware of its
potential hazards. These Hazards will be
explained later in this section.

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1. Overview - Lithium Thionyl Chloride Batteries
Battery Packs consists of a single or multiple
electrochemical cells that are used to convert
chemical energy into electrical energy. The
anode and the cathode (the electrodes) are
separated by porous paper that isolates the
electrodes mechanically to prevent internal short
circuit but allows ion flow (diffusion).

When a conductive path (a load or electronic device)

is connected to the battery terminals, electrons are
continuously released from the anode to the cathode
generating electrical current.

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1. Overview - LTC Battery Cell Structure - 3D

Note: this is a simplified version of the original diagram to make it easier for presentation. It doesn't represent actual dimensions or shapes.

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 1. Overview - LTC Battery Cell Structure - Cross Section
Load

+ve Terminal Electron flow direction

A typical battery cell consists of the GMS (Glass to Metal Seal)

following components:
Electrolyte Liquid

Lithium Metal Anode Insulator

Electrolyte Liquid Cathode Fiberglass Separator

Carbon Electrode
Fiberglass Separators Lithium Metal
(Anode)
Stainless can (-ve Terminal)
Positive Terminal Carbon Electrode

GMS (Glass to Metal Seal)

e-
Current collector

Stainless Can
(-ve Terminal)

Insulator
Note: this is a simplified version of the original diagram to make it easier for presentation. It doesn't represent actual dimensions or shapes.

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1. Overview - Chemical Reactions

Anode Reaction: 4Li 4Li+ + 4e- Li:

SOCl2:
Lithium
Thionyl Chloride
LiCl: Lithium Chloride

Cathode Reaction: 2SOCl2 S + SO2 + 4Cl-

S: Sulfur
SO2: Sulfur Dioxide
Cl: Chlorine

Overall Reaction: 4Li + 2SOCl2 4LiCl + S + SO2

Toxic Fire Corrosive Explosion

Review Level-1 (Awareness) Training for more information about Lithium battery safety InTouch content id 6237916

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1. Overview - Lithium Battery Hazards
There are three ways that lithium batteries can become a health hazard if not properly
handled or stored:

RUPTURING occurs when a battery cell is broken apart due to external force such as
crushing, cutting or puncturing. This exposes internal corrosive and toxic ingredients.

VENTING/LEAKING occurs when internal heat and pressure build up, causing a crack to
form in the external structure. This exposes internal corrosive and toxic ingredients.

EXPLOSION occurs when a rapid build up of internal heat and pressure causes a violent
release of internal corrosive and toxic ingredients. This projects shrapnel and may result in
a dangerous lithium fire.

Next: Handling

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 2. Handling

Battery Life Cycle

Batteries Conditions
General Guidelines
Shipping Lithium Batteries

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 2. Handling - Battery Life Cycle

Start
Cargo
Manufacturing

Stores

Maintenance
End Wellsite

Recycling
Sea
Land

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2. Handling - Batteries Conditions
Batteries Conditions

New Used Unknown?

Failed Reusable End Of Life

Depleted

Damaged

Past shelf life

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2. Handling - General Guidelines
Do
Do wear the proper PPE for the situation
Do secure batteries while transporting them in drums,
pallets, or crates
Do use original packaging or an approved alternative
method
Do keep it in a dry place and away from sources of
heat and moisture
Do open original packaging carefully to preserve it for
re-use
Do keep terminals insulated if the battery is not in use
Do use correct transportation labels
Do review paper work and ensure to check it against
physical items
Do always have MSDS available

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2. Handling - General Guidelines

Donts
Dont handle batteries if you are not trained
Dont throw away original packaging
Dont drop, crush, bend, hammer or puncture
Dont dismantle a battery or cell for any reason other than
Dont specified in maintenance manual
Dont incinerate, burn or shred
Dont apply forced heat for warming
Dont dispose in a landfill, sea or with normal waste
Dont deplete or over-discharge
Dont short circuit terminals

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2. Handling - Shipping of Lithium Batteries

UN3090: Lithium Metal Batteries UN3091: Lithium Metal Batteries Contained In

Equipment or Packaged with Equipment

Batteries shipped separately in UN Batteries shipped in Equipment or Packaged

certified inner and outer packaging, with equipment including:
including shipping for disposal and RTC batteries
between countries or locations, Batteries stuck in housing or collars
between rigs, the base and the rig In damaged or working condition

For more information. Review Lithium Battery Standard. InTouch id 3897211

Next: Pre-Job

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 3. Pre-Job

Preparation
Depassivation
- Definitions
- Voltage Typical Behavior
- General Guidelines

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3. Pre-Job - Preparation
Use correct battery for the job
Part number
Temperature rating
Storage condition
Storage duration (shelf-life)
Review history records
Tracking label
Tracking system
Battery Maintenance records
Inspect the battery visually
Physical damages
Leaks, vents, or moisture
Signs of exposure to high temperature
Signs of exposure to high shocks or vibrations
Discuss Emergency Management Plan
Roles and Responsibilities
Readiness of Emergency Equipment
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Check Technical Information communications
Modifications
Technical alerts
Measure OCV (Open Circuit Voltage)
Use calibrated digital multimeter
Stop if OCV is lower than minimum value (Review
InTouch 5818205)
Perform any other electrical checks as instructed by
the tool manual
Depassivate just prior the job
Use the designated depassivation equipment for the
specific battery type
Ensure that the equipment is functional
Check technical communications related to the
depassivation equipment
Follow correct loading procedure
Follow the tools manual or SWI (Standard Work
Instructions)
Preform the required checks after loading
3. Depassivation - Definitions
What is Passivation?

Passivation is a phenomenon of all lithium primary cells

related to the interaction of lithium anode and the
electrolyte. A thin and porous passivation layer forms on
the surface of the anode at the instant the electrolyte is
introduced into the cell. This layer is important because it
protects the anode from reaction while the cell is unused
resulting in a long shelf-life.

Under normal conditions, the thin passivation layer does

not degrade cell performance and it can be easily
removed using the depassivation procedure.

When the passivation layer is too thick or too dense,

voltage delay occurs and it could be so severe that the
voltage may not recover ever or the overall capacity of
the battery is reduced.

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3. Depassivation - Definitions
Depassivation* is the procedure necessary to remove the passivation layer that
forms on the anode of each lithium thionyl chloride battery cell. This coating forms after
several days of storage, particularly when storage occurs at temperatures exceeding
23C.

If not performed as per guidelines, it may lead to accidents and may cause injuries to
people or damage to equipment. Review the following incidents that happened while
depassivating batteries in Schlumberger and resulted in losses.

1. Battery explosion in learning center due to repeatedly depassivating SlimPulse

battery and not keeping a proper record. InTouch Content Id 5693546
2. Explosion of SlimPulse lithium battery due to over discharging while depassivating it
when it was near EOL (End-Of-Life). InTouch Content Id 6155961

*Depassivation may be referred to as activation in outside manufacturer literature and other external technical resource
documents

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3. Depassivation - Voltage Typical Behavior

Depass. Depass.
Start End
Voltage

1 6
5
4

1. OCV value before applying the depassivation load

2. Sharp drop after applying a load at the start of the depassivation
3. Gradual rise in loaded voltage
4. Stable loaded voltage toward the end of the depassivation
5. OCV value after removing the load (slightly lower than stage 1)
2
6. OCV after some time from removing the load

Time
Note: the voltage value and time will vary depending on battery type and the depassivation process

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3. Depassivation - Equipment
Different batteries may use different depassivation equipment.
Always refer tot the tools manual for the correct depassivation equipment

SlimPulse / 3-pole / MCR Battery Box TRIB (Testing Recorder Interface Box)

UBL (Universal Battery Load) Box

MWD / LWD / Xceed RTC Battery Box Power Drive RTC Battery load

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3. Depassivation - Guidelines
Do . Dont
Dont depassivate the battery if OCV is lower than
Do check history and usage of the battery before
minimum safe value.
depassivation.
Dont depassivate a battery in the storage
Do measure OCV and ensure that it is more than
container.
the minimum safe value
Dont depassivate a battery that is damaged or
Do depassivate in designated area preferably in a
near its EOL (End-Of-Life).
in a safety vault.
Dont use depassivation box for different batteries
Do monitor depassivation process all the time.
that is qualified for.
Do depassivate batteries only in Room
Dont depassivate a battery in low or high
Temperature ( around 20 - 25C).
temperature
Do use only designated depassivation
Dont depassivate a battery more than 6 times
equipment.
between runs.
Do update the tracking label of depassivation
Dont depassivate a battery just for training purpose
history
or on first receipt from product center
Do update tracking system (i.e Ftl, QTrac, etc)
Dont depassivate a battery that failed in previous
Do stop the depassivation process if in doubt job unless instructed by InTouch
Next: During the Job

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 4. During the Job

Introduction
Temperature
Pressure
Shocks, Vibrations and Stick-Slip
Electrical Load

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4. During the Job - Introduction
The battery performance and safety can be compromised when the battery is used
outside of its specification.
These may include:

Temperature
Pressure
Shocks and Vibrations
Stick - Slip
Jarring or dropping in hole
Electrical Load

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4. During the Job - Temperature

Never exceed the battery maximum specified operating

temperature
Avoid running the batteries for a long time in close
proximity of the maximum specified operating
temperature
Avoid increasing or decreasing the temperature sharply
specially in HT wells by doing staging procedure
Avoid BHA rotation without circulation as it increases
the temperature drastically
Remember that tool temperature sensors need some
time to measure the correct temperature and there have
some measurement tolerance as well
If the battery is under load it generates heat by itself
which can make the battery slightly hotter than the tool

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4. During the Job - Pressure

The cells are designed to withstand a pressure of 500 1000 psi,

however, it is not supposed to be put under direct downhole
pressure as the battery must be sealed from mud flow.

Excessive downhole pressure due to mud invasion will result in

crushing the cells which in turn will cause the battery to either
vent, rupture or explode which usually happens as a result of tool
flooding.

In order to prevent this condition:

- Inspect battery pressure housings or collar for cracks
- Ensure the battery and jam nut are correctly installed as per Tools
ORM
- Replace O-rings and seals on jam nuts after every use
- Be careful while loading to not damaged the O-rings or seals LWD battery deformed due to mud invasion

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4. During the Job - Shocks, Vibrations and Stick-Slip
Batteries are tested with the following standard
150/250 Gs; 2 msec (input shock) 100k/12.5k times
at 25 degC;
150 1,000 Gs; ~ 1 msec (output shock)

To eliminate or minimize Q & HSE risks generated by

shocks and vibrations, consider the following:
monitor shocks, vibrations and stick-slip carefully
during the run and identify which type it is.
prevent and mitigate shocks and vibrations by following
mitigation procedures
do not re-use a battery that was subjected to high
levels of shocks, vibrations or stick-slip
treat the tool as it has potential damaged batteries if
subjected to high shocks, vibrations or stick-slip
notify the client and explain the important of taking the
necessary steps to reduce the risk and improve drilling
performance

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4. During the Job Jarring and Dropping in Hole
Jarring
In some cases when a BHA is stuck clients tend to use jarring to release the
stuck. Jarring generate a high impact shock to the BHA including the
batteries which may rupture, vent or explode.
- Follow good practices to avoid getting stuck
- In case of stuck try to free the BHA without jarring
- If BHA is jarred, be careful when handling tools containing batteries

Dropping in Hole
If the tools are dropped in hole, due to twist-off or incorrect handling:
- they should be treated with caution as the batteries could be venting, leaking,
ruptured or exploded.
- emergency response kit should be available in rig floor and workshop
- HARC should be conducted

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4. During the Job Electrical Load
When the current consumption (tool electrical load) is higher than Cold Hot Cold
what the battery is designed for, the battery can generate heat
and develop a condition called thermal runaway leading to
rupturing, venting or explosion. To avoid this condition:
- Perform the required maintenance for the tool and the battery.
- Replace damaged fuses with the same type of fuse only.
- Never short circuit a battery Thermal runaway

Depletion
Forced over-discharge happens when the battery is put under

Voltage
Open Circuit Voltage
load in the depletion period or if it has a depleted cell and it
enters a cell reversal condition. Loaded Voltage

Although OCV may seem within range, LV will drop drastically

over a short period of time.
In order to avoid this condition:
- Track and record battery usage and apply a safety margin for
remaining capacity Time
- Do not place a load on a battery that is near its end of life by LTC Battery Depletion
depassivating it, installing it in a tool, or any other means.
- OCV cant be used as EOL indicator
Next: Post-Job

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 5. Post-Job

Introduction
Dealing with failures
Analyzing logs
R&M TechLog Examples

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 5. Post Job - Introduction
There are reported HSE and SQ incidents that could have
been prevented if the battery was correctly dealt with after the
previous job such as:

Downhole failures due to battery shutting down during

the job Usage tracking on the housing of LWD battery
Surface failures due to batteries failing pre-job checks
Battery ruptures and explosions during depassivation.
One of them has caused injury.

In order to avoid these incidents, you need to do the following:

- Check the physical condition of the battery.

- Insulate the terminals to prevent short circuit.
- Package the battery using the original packaging material.
- Update the Battery Usage Tracker.
- Update FTL to reflect the correct usage history. Battery Usage Tracker sticker
- Report any observations in FTL* and InTouch if required.
- Preform any post job checks as instructed by the tool ORM.
- Store the battery away from moisture or heat sources to be
shipped back to the base.

* Or any alternative system to FTL

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5. Post Job - Dealing with Failures
Battery failures are very difficult to investigate and finding the immediate cause and root cause is
a challenge for the following reasons:

The battery may be ruptured or exploded

Loss of evidence
High HSE risk involved with investigation process
Lack of expertise in batteries in the field locations
Long lead time for shipping the battery back to RAN
Regulatory limitation on the volume of batteries that can be shipped back for investigation
Storage duration and conditions may change the initial state of the battery after the failure

Therefore, it is critical to collect as much information as possible and prioritize battery downhole
and surface failures to assist in the investigation process.

Review InTouch 3808997 for more information about requirements for failure analysis for lithium
batteries

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5. Post-Job - Analyzing Logs
Different tools may have different data-points
for measuring the battery performance and
condition. They usually include loaded
voltage and current.

Other parameters should be reviewed such

as Temperature, Shocks, and Stick-Slip.

Tool specific parameters such as Jamming in

SlimPulse could be considered.

Check:
- Real Time Data
- Recorded Mode Data
- R&M TechLogs

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5. Post-Job R&M Tech Log Example 1

SlimPulse: Battery depleted at the end of the run which is represented by the gradual drop in
Voltage (BATT_L) and increase in current (BOTT_CURR).

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5. Post-Job - R&M Tech Log Example 2

19 V

15 V

ARC 8: both batteries are depleted which is represented by the gradual drop in Voltage (ABAT) and
slight increase in current for both Battery A and Battery B.

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5. Post-Job - R&M Tech Log Example 3

Consecutive cells explosions in battery B

due to increase of temperature

182C
170C
160C
150C

120C

ARC 8: Batteries explosion due drastic increase in temperature over a short period of time because
of Dry Reaming (Rotating without circulation) Next: Maintenance

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 6. Maintenance

Introduction
Battery Re-use
Troubleshooting
RTC Batteries

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6. Maintenance - Introduction
Many incidents can be prevented if the correct maintenance
procedure was performed for the battery and the faulty
battery was taken out of service. Normally, battery
maintenance is very simple and requires minimal checks
which include:
Physical condition
History and usage
OCV (Open Circuit Voltage)
Wiring Continuity
Fuse continuity
Fuse replacement
O-Ring replacement

Maintenance steps should be documented and recorded in a

maintenance systems such as QTrac or RITE.net or any
other standardized system.

Minimum training requirement for personnel performing

maintenance is Lithium Battery Technical (Level-2) in addition
to any other specific competency

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6. Maintenance - Battery Re-use
The battery can only be re-used if it meets all of the following conditions:

It is usable as per tool ORM (Operations Reference Manual)

Tracking and usage records are available, accurate and matching
It is qualified for multiple uses as per manufacturer
It is not damaged
It was not previously used outside of the operating specifications
It was not involved in a failure
It exhibits normal OCV using a calibrated digital multimeter
It passes depassivation successfully as per tool ORM

.. If in doubt, STOP and dont reuse the battery ..

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6. Maintenance - Troubleshooting
Before Troubleshooting a battery failure sufficient data has to be collected to
ensure the efficiency of the process. These include:

- PN and SN of the batteries used (including non-failed batteries)

- Date Shift code (Manufacturing Date)
- ERS (Equipment Run Summary)
- Chronology of the events report (what, when and how?)
- Downhole drilling dynamics (Temp, Shocks, Stick & Slip)
- History of the battery (Usage and Tracking)
- Dump files, Tech Logs, Drilling Mechanics Log
- Storage conditions (temperature, humidity and duration)
- Battery checks before the run (OCV, depassivation, loaded voltage and continuity checks)
- Battery checks after the runs (OCV and continuity) if there is no risk
- Abnormal run conditions (Jarring, twist off, etc)
- Abnormal battery conditions (damaged connectors, color difference, loose parts)
- Abnormal tool behavior

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6. Maintenance - Troubleshooting
Analysis RAN

Why not send every failed battery to the product center on RAN?

Not all failed batteries can be sent back to SBT (Schlumberger Batteries Technology Centre) for
analysis RAN or warranty because of the following reasons:

Batteries are DG (Dangerous Goods)

There are regulatory limits for the amount that can be sent back to manufacturer as per UK laws.
There are regulatory limits for sending countries as well.

Risky to dismantle
Dismantling a battery is very risky because of the chemicals and the reactions that may take place. If the
risk is very high that it may cause injuries to people or damages to assets, the analysis will not be done.

No seen value
In some cases, the problem is already known by SBT and there is no use of investigating further.

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6. Maintenance - Troubleshooting
If RAN is approved, how the battery should be sent?

The batteries can be sent back to RAN by following the

procedure under InTouch content 5815023.

Important notes:
It is strictly prohibited to ship failed batteries by air. Only
land or sea freight is allowed.
Shipping can only be done after approval and green light from
InTouch and InTime.
An agreement contract and ANNEX VII forms have to be filled
and signed by ops manger or n-1. (attached to 5815023).
SQIN (Service Quality Incident Notification) report may be
requested.
Packaging must be supervised by a certified BSO.

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6. Maintenance - RTC Batteries
RTC (Real Time Clock) Batteries are used in some tools to power the clock of the
tool even when the tool is switched off . It is needed to correlate time with depth for
the recorded mode logs.
The validity duration of the RTC battery depends on the tools current consumption
Dont put the RTC battery in the oven
Use alternative power source for testing in the shop if possible
Dont store EOL RTC batteries in the drawers in the shop
You can store up to 10 RTC batteries in the shop temporarily
Each 10 RTC batteries should be stored separately
Use fire proof cabinet with self-closing doors
Store away from high traffic areas, heat sources, or emergency exits
Dont mix used with new batteries
Trim and isolate the wires correctly before storing for disposal (see next slide)

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 6. Maintenance - RTC Batteries
How to isolate lead wires of Lithium batteries for
storage and disposal?

1. Trim wires separately so that one lead is

1
longer than the other.

2 2. Insolate each wires separately with

electrical tape

3 3. Fold wires around the can in different

sides

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4. Apply tape around the can and the wires
securely

Next: Storage

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 7. Storage

Why Storage is Important

Conditions
Facilities
General Guidelines

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7. Storage - Why is it important?

Result of Incorrect Lithium Battery Storage

Schlumberger Base, Kakinada, India, Feb-2010

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7. Storage - Conditions
Effect of storage temperature and duration on the passivation layer
The battery performance and safety can be greatly
affected by storage conditions.

Temperature 23C (73F)

Storage in high temperature causes the passivation layer to
be thicker and more difficult to break which affects battery
performance.

Humidity 80%
High humidity may affect the mechanical structure of the
battery including the can and the connectors.

Duration of Storage Shelf-life of Lithium Thionyl Chloride batteries

The longer the storage, the thicker and more impermeable Magnesium Typical Maximum Shelf Life from Date
the passivation layer gets. Percentage Temperature Rating of Manufacturing*
The recommended shelf-life depends on the magnesium 0% (pure lithium) 165C 36 months
(Mg) percentage in the anode of the battery. 1-10 % 170C Temp < 175C 15 months
10% 175C 9 months

Always allow the battery to gradually reach to room temperature before

* Date of manufacturing (Date Code) is usually marked as
depassivation without warming it. See slide notes for more information.
(YY-DDD) where YY is Year and DDD is the Day of the year.

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7. Storage - Facilities
A Battery Storage Unit (BSU) can be either purpose-built or
constructed one.

Purpose-built storage units are available for order

via SHTC-SBT.
Container, Cabinet, Locker.
Doesnt require SBT approval for ordering.
Positioning approval is required.

Constructed storage unit is acceptable as long as it

complies with the standard specifications.
Stand-alone building or bunker
Room in a building
Modified or purpose built sea container
Approval from SBT is required for construction and
positioning.
More Information can be found under InTouch 5191866 and
InTouch 3897211.

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7. Storage - General Guidelines
Do .
Do post warning signs on all storage units
Do keep MSDS and EMP near the storage area
Do place an emergency response kit within 3
meters from the storage unit
Do Apply FIFO(1) (First In, First, Out) to reduce
batteries with low remaining shelf-life
Do maintain proper housekeeping in the storage
unit
Do Insulate terminals/ connectors
Do use only approved packaging material
Do segregate batteries by battery type or PN
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Dont .
Dont mix depleted/damaged with reusable batteries
in the same unit
Dont mix Schlumberger batteries with 3rd party
batteries
Dont use PVC or ABS pipes to substitute inner or
outer packaging
Dont allow A/C or dehumidifiers drain to leak into
packaging
Dont allow unauthorized access to the storage unit
Dont use desiccants(2) or hygroscopic(3) material in
packaging
Dont operate any electrical equipment other than
ventilations, A/C, dehumidifiers, lights and alarms
Dont test or depassivate batteries inside the storage
container
Next: Emergency Response
 8. Emergency Response

Events
Minimum Requirements
General Guidelines
Major Incidents
Stuck Batteries
Damaged Batteries
After the Incident
Reporting and Documentation

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8. Emergency Response - Events
Lithium batteries emergency events include:
Lithium battery fire or explosion
Lithium battery rupture, vent, leak
Lithium battery heated or radiating heat
Decontamination following one of the above cases
Lithium battery failed downhole and suspected to be ruptured,
vented or exploded
Lithium battery stuck in collar or housing
Fire next to lithium battery storage
Injury to personnel due to lithium battery incident
Environmental damage due to lithium battery spill or leakage
Reporting and documentation

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8. Emergency Response - Minimum Requirements
In the Wellsite:
Emergency Response Kit
ABC
Can only be used by a trained person
Within 3 meters from storage area
Should be on the rig floor if a battery is suspected to be ruptured
Class ABC fire extinguisher
EMP
Can be used by anyone near the fire to evacuate the area --------------------
--------------------
To extinguish small fires (not lithium fires) --------------------
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Is not effective to put off big lithium fires --------------------
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Emergency Response Plan
Should be posted in the unit and discussed in the pre-job meeting
Should include emergency contact numbers for Schlumberger, client and local authorities
Water Hose/ hydrant
Should be located within 10 meters from the storage or battery deployment area
The most effective method to prevent fire from spreading
Should only be used by professional fire fighters only (Not Schlumberger staff)

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8. Emergency Response - Minimum Requirements
In the Base:
In addition to the wellsite requirements, the following are needed for the base:
Primary Battery Safety Officer Kit
At least one kit is required in any base with lithium battery operations or storage
Should be used to repackage lithium batteries damaged in the wellsite
Should be used to package all batteries for disposal
Secondary Battery Safety Officer Kit
Optional kit used to re-fill the primary kit
Lithium Battery Emergency Response Team
Each location operating lithium batteries must have Lithium Batteries ERT
All members must have minimum Level-2 Training and Spill kit training
At least 2 members should be Level-3 trained
All members must go through the PPE fit-testing procedure yearly, or more frequently if
local regulations require

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8. Emergency Response - General Guidelines
If possible and safe to do so, move the tool
containing the battery to a well-ventilated area.
Avoid breathing vapors or fumes. Dont
intentionally sniff or smell the tool, housing or battery.
Wear appropriate PPE; at a minimum nitrile gloves,
hard hat, coveralls/lab coat, safety shoes, and safety
glasses. Additional PPE may be required.
Dont collect samples of any liquid that is on the
battery or leaking from the battery, the housing or the
tool including mud samples.
Dont clean the battery with water or any other way.
Follow the spill kit usage and packaging procedure.
Notify locations management, client and
Notify SBT of the incident by submitting InTouch
Ticket related to Batteries.
Submit Quest RIR of the incident.

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8. Emergency Response - Major Incident
In case of major lithium fire or
explosion:

Evacuate the area immediately to one of

the muster points
Use Class ABC Fire Extinguishers if necessary
to assist with the evacuation

Activate the fire/evacuation Alarm and

notify people to evacuate the area
Notify ERT and management
Allow trained personnel to handle the
situation

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8. Emergency Response - Major Incident
If you are trained:
Follow the local Emergency Management Plan and alert
emergency services
Evacuate any buildings within 50 meters from incident
area
Allow professional fire fighters to handle it
Provide them with a copy of the MSDS and a location map
showing the incident location
Advise them to use large amounts of direct water stream to
prevent water from spreading
If possible place absorbent booms to channel or contain water
that runs off fire.
Advise them to allow the lithium fire to burn out completely
before approaching
Monitor using an SO2 monitor and Infrared thermometer
or Infrared camera
Keep monitoring for at least 4 hours or until it cools to
ambient temperature

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8. Emergency Response - Stuck Batteries
Removal of undamaged stuck batteries in tools
Wear proper PPE
Establish a 5 to 15 meter exclusion zone
Evacuate the area from non-essential and untrained personnel
Place a class ABC fire extinguisher and spill kit just outside the
exclusion zone
Develop a HARC and JSA before the start of the activity
Have a tool-box meeting and discuss the HARC and JSA
Do not apply excessive force to remove the batteries, such as jars,
Do not apply heat to any part of the tool
Review tool ORM for pullout procedure
Install ROP magnet if applicable
Consult InTouch on advice on how to pull out if it is not successful
If all attempts in the wellsite fail, raise develop a HARC and submit
exemption to ship the tool with the battery inside back to the base.

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8. Emergency Response - Damaged batteries
If battery is ruptured, venting, leaking
In addition to the previous recommendations, do the following:
Establish a 25-meter exclusion zone and evacuate all
personnel from the area.
Monitor the area with SO2 gas detector and infrared
thermometer for 4 hours or until the battery cools to ambient
and not venting
Develop a HARC for battery removal. Consult ERT, BSO, SO2 Monitor / Detector

Client (if it is in the rig)

Review tools ORM for the steps to remove the battery and
consult maintenance and InTouch if necessary
STOP if the SO2 detector goes off, temperature gets higher
or if you notice any signs of danger
If the battery can not be removed, the complete tool has to
be packaged for recycling following steps in the packaging
procedure Infra-red thermometer

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8. Emergency Response - After the incident
When the situation is under control, there are few tasks to do:
Primary packaging
- Package the battery for transportation to the base or storage in the BSU at the
base
- Follow the packaging procedure depending on the situation. Review InTouch
content id 4925036 for more information
- Secure all waste material
Decontamination
- Wear proper PPE (use apron and face shield if using wash gun)
- Set up on site wash bay
- Remove and clean all reusable PPE
- Rinse hands with 5% sodium bicarbonate solution followed by soap and water
- Wipe down all exposed surface with 5% sodium bicarbonate solution

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8. Emergency Response - Reporting and Documentation
The following are minimum requirements
Failure report
- Chronology of the incident
- RUN details, including dump files, DMLs,
- Equipment details including battery PN, SN and history
Photos, videos and testimonials
- Collect as many photos and videos as you can unless there is any risk involved
- Photos of packaging are necessary to prevent de-packing in the base
- Testimonials of personnel involved, including client and rig crews
How to report?
- Quest RIR is a must
- Submit InTouch Ticket related to Batteries
- QTrac or any other alternative system
Next: References

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9. References
Lithium Battery Information Reference Page InTouch id 3250914
Lithium Battery Storage, Shipping & Disposal Reference Page InTouch id 4925036
D&M-SQ-S013, D&M Lithium Battery Standard InTouch id 3897211
Battery Manual InTouch id 3012777
Operational Procedures for Use of LTC Batteries at Low Temp InTouch id 5818205
Lithium Batteries Awareness Training (Level-1) InTouch id 6237916
Lithium Batteries Technical Training (Level-2) InTouch id 6237918
Battery Safety Officer Training Material InTouch id 5898012
Lithium Battery Packaging and Labeling Procedure InTouch id 4433901
MSDS for Lithium Metal Batteries InTouch id 4807757
Lithium Batteries Containers Specification InTouch id 5191866
Eureka batteries SIG [Link]
The Evolution of Oilfield Batteries. [Link]
SLB QHSE Standard 4 [Link]
Lithium Batteries InTouch Support 24/7 emergency Phone number : +44 7825 689194

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