Arbin Instruments

08/07/2026

🔋 Arbin SPT Cell Formation Solution

Transform battery cell formation with Arbin’s patented Series Parallel Technology (SPT).

⚡ Key advantages:

• Up to 336 channels for 18650/21700 cells

• 30–50% faster formation process

• Integrated Self-Discharge Current Measurement (SDCM)

• Early detection of abnormal cells

• Lower equipment, facility, operating, and maintenance costs

• Scalable from pilot production to large-scale manufacturing

With real-time cell monitoring and advanced formation technology, Arbin SPT helps manufacturers achieve higher productivity, improved safety, and better cell quality.

🔎 Learn more: https://www.arbin.com/battery-manufacturing.html

07/31/2026

🔋 Battery Testing Requires More Than Just Charging and Discharging

Reliable battery research starts with reliable measurement.

Arbin’s Battery Test Equipment portfolio is designed to support a wide range of applications — from single-cell research to high-power battery pack testing, with systems ranging from μA-level applications up to 1 MW.

Our solutions support:
• Cell, module and pack testing
• Lithium-ion, silicon, sulfur, lead-acid, nickel and other battery chemistries
• Battery cycling and electrochemical experiments
• Electric vehicle battery testing
• Real-world simulation and advanced battery characterization
• High-precision measurements for long-term battery research

Arbin’s portfolio includes High Precision Testers, Laboratory Battery Testers, Parallel Differential Battery Testers, LBTS-Cell, RBT-Cell and RBT-High Power systems — providing solutions for different testing requirements and scales.

Precision matters. In long-term battery testing, measurement precision can directly influence the ability to identify important electrochemical trends and characterize battery performance accurately.

🔎 Explore Arbin Battery Test Equipment:
https://www.arbin.com/battery-test-equipment.html

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07/24/2026

Need to compare battery performance across multiple cycles or testing channels?

Arbin's Data Watcher makes it easy.

With the CycleCompare chart template (available in Data Watcher Version 2.2.217 and later), users can quickly visualize and compare battery data across cycles with only a few clicks.

✔ Compare multiple charge/discharge cycles on a single graph
✔ Support for one or multiple testing channels
✔ Flexible X, Y1, and Y2 axis configuration (Voltage, Capacity, and more)
✔ Zoom in for detailed analysis of cycle-to-cycle performance

Cycle-by-cycle visualization enables researchers and engineers to identify capacity fade, voltage behavior, and long-term performance trends more efficiently—turning raw testing data into meaningful insights for battery development.

Learn more:
https://www.arbin.com/can-arbin-software-generate-a-graph-comparing-data-across-cycles-for-one-or-multiple-channels.html

07/17/2026

Innovation is more than developing new technologies—it's about continuously solving the evolving challenges of battery testing.

For more than three decades, Arbin Instruments has placed innovation at the core of its research and engineering efforts. From pioneering multi-channel battery testing systems to ultra-high precision measurement, self-discharge testing, regenerative battery testing, and advanced formation automation, Arbin continues to push the boundaries of battery testing technology.

Every innovation is driven by a single objective: empowering researchers and manufacturers with more accurate data, faster development cycles, and greater confidence in the next generation of energy storage technologies.

Today, Arbin solutions are trusted by leading universities, research institutions, battery manufacturers, and EV companies worldwide.

Innovation isn't a destination—it's a continuous commitment to advancing battery technology.

👉 Learn more about Arbin's innovation journey:
https://www.arbin.com/innovation.html

07/10/2026

Why Does a Battery Test Schedule Stop Immediately After Starting?

Unexpected schedule termination is one of the most common issues encountered during battery testing. In many cases, the system is operating exactly as designed—stopping the test to protect the battery, testing equipment, and laboratory environment when a safety condition is detected.

Understanding the reason behind an immediate stop is essential for minimizing downtime and maintaining reliable test results.

In our latest technical article, we explain several common causes, including:

• Safety limit violations caused by abnormal voltage conditions
• Auxiliary temperature sensor detection and protection mechanisms
• Communication issues with UPS or EIS devices
• Schedule configuration and safety parameter settings
• Practical troubleshooting steps to quickly identify and resolve the issue

Whether you're performing battery research, validation, or production testing, knowing how these protection mechanisms work can help improve operational efficiency and ensure testing is conducted safely.

Read the full article:
https://www.arbin.com/why-does-my-schedule-stop-immediately-after-starting.html

At Arbin, we are committed to providing not only industry-leading battery testing solutions, but also the technical resources engineers need to maximize system performance and testing reliability.

07/03/2026

❓ What Does "Step Control Error – Check Unsafe" Mean in Arbin Software?

Have you ever encountered the "Step Control Error – Check Unsafe" message during a battery test and wondered what caused it?

This error is a built-in safety feature designed to protect your battery, test equipment, and laboratory. It typically indicates that one or more operating conditions have exceeded the predefined safety limits set in your test schedule.

Understanding why this error occurs is essential for minimizing downtime, troubleshooting efficiently, and ensuring safe battery testing.

In this FAQ, Arbin explains what triggers the "Step Control Error – Check Unsafe" message, what it means for your test, and the steps you can take to resolve it.

👉 Read the full FAQ to keep your battery testing running safely and efficiently.

https://www.arbin.com/what-does-step-control-error-check-unsafe-mean.html

06/26/2026

❓ Can Arbin Software Generate a Graph Comparing Data Across Cycles for One or Multiple Channels?

Analyzing battery performance over hundreds—or even thousands—of cycles can be challenging without the right visualization tools.

With Arbin's software, you can easily compare data across multiple cycles and channels using powerful graphing capabilities. Whether you're evaluating capacity fade, voltage trends, or performance consistency, customizable graphs help you identify patterns faster and make data-driven decisions with confidence.

If you're looking for a more efficient way to analyze battery test results, this FAQ explains how Arbin simplifies cycle-to-cycle and channel-to-channel comparisons.

👉 Read the full FAQ to learn more.
https://www.arbin.com/can-arbin-software-generate-a-graph-comparing-data-across-cycles-for-one-or-multiple-channels.html

06/21/2026

Can you set up an Arbin battery testing system by yourself? The answer is yes — in most cases, you can.

Arbin systems are delivered with a pre-configured computer and fully installed software, making both hardware and software setup straightforward. Simply connect the cycler, computer, and auxiliary devices via Ethernet, and you’re ready to begin testing.

For more advanced integrations or custom lab environments, Arbin’s technical team is always available to assist—ensuring a smooth and efficient deployment for every lab.

Learn more here: https://www.arbin.com/can-i-set-up-the-arbin-system-myself-for-both-hardware-and-software-or-do-i-need-arbins-assistance.html

06/12/2026

Planning to Install a Battery Testing System?

Before your new battery cycler arrives, ask yourself:

✅ Is your facility ready?

From power requirements and environmental controls to floor space and network connectivity, facility preparation plays a critical role in ensuring successful system installation and operation.

In this FAQ, Arbin answers one of the most common questions from battery researchers and manufacturers:

❓ "Are there specific requirements for preparing the facility to set up the Arbin system?"

Discover what you should check before installation to avoid delays and get the most out of your testing investment.

Read the full FAQ below.



https://www.arbin.com/are-there-specific-requirements-for-preparing-the-facility-to-set-up-the-arbin-system.html

05/29/2026

🔋 High-Precision Battery Tester with Integrated Chamber – Precision Meets Environmental Control

In battery research and validation, accuracy matters. Arbin’s High-Precision Battery Tester with Integrated Chamber delivers reliable testing performance while enabling precise environmental control in a compact, integrated solution.

Designed for advanced battery R&D, quality validation, and performance testing, this system helps laboratories and engineers achieve highly accurate, repeatable results under real-world conditions.

Whether you're working on EV batteries, energy storage systems, or next-generation cell technologies, precision testing is the key to innovation.

🌐 Discover more at https://www.arbin.com/

Arbin has been an innovator in the battery testing industry for 30 years. Multi-channel charge/discharge testing systems for cells, modules, and packs.