Introduction to Battery Selection

When developing wireless devices for Internet of Things (IoT) applications, choosing a battery is challenging and critical to success. When working with LoRaWAN® sensors, consider the form factor, capacity, peak current, self-discharge, product life, and cost, all of which can affect which battery you choose.

This document helps you select the best battery for your applications. This document also:

• Helps you identify the product requirements and uses for wireless devices
• Provides information about key parameters, characteristics, and behaviors of common batteries
• Helps you choose the best battery for your application