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Battery Dunk Tanks | ACS

Written by Admin | Jan 20, 2026, 5:00:00 AM

ACS’ Advanced Battery Dunk Tanks for Battery Abuse Testing

As the demand for high-capacity energy storage grows, the ability to safely conduct destructive R&D and production testing has become an essential mission-critical necessity. Battery testing is inherently dangerous because thermal runaway can cause catastrophic safety events and hardware failures within testing and production systems. ACS’ Battery Dunk Tanks provide a vital safety net for module and pack abuse testing by offering a purpose-built solution to quench and contain Lithium-Ion batteries. By using water volumes specifically calculated to absorb the maximum thermal energy of a battery, the system manages compromised battery containment and ensures a safer environment for staff. Ultimately, these specialized containment solutions allow facilities to mitigate the hazards of thermal runaway while maintaining the operational effectiveness required for innovation.

Read this document to learn about the battery dunk tanks, including:

  • Containing thermal: Discover how our battery dunk tanks are designed to absorb maximum thermal energy, providing a reliable means to quench and contain cells during a failure event.
  • A critical safety net for abuse testing: Learn how our dunk tank integrates into your abuse testing protocols, offering a controlled submersion mechanism for batteries subjected to destructive mechanical or electrical stress.
  • Precision-engineered features: Explore the technical advantages of our system, including scissor lift mechanisms for controlled submersion, forklift pockets for safe removal, and customizable water or saltwater fills.
  • Advanced detection and integration: See how our battery testing solutions go beyond physical tanks to include thermal cameras, gas detection, and SIL/PL-rated safety PLCs for comprehensive monitoring.

In the event of the thermal runaway of battery systems, seconds matter. Our battery dunk tanks utilizes automated sensors and early thermal detection to identify hazards before they escalate. Whether utilized as a standalone unit or integrated directly into a production line, this system is a “must-have” for any organization performing rigorous abuse testing on battery packs.

Key capabilities and use cases include:

  • Modular and pack testing: Sized specifically to handle varying form factors, ensuring a solution that fits your specific use case requirements.
  • Hazard containment: Designed to provide a safer work environment by isolating compromised batteries and preventing the spread of the thermal runaway of battery systems.
  • Total project integration: Beyond the hardware, ACS offers full design, engineering, and functional safety risk assessments to integrate these battery testing solutions into your broader facility infrastructure.

From automotive OEMs to aerospace innovators, we assist our clients in managing the most volatile stages of abuse testing with confidence and technical precision.