What is an "IMPRES 2" battery?

[RFguy]

I just had some batteries in and they are labeled as IMPRES 2.

Any idea what the difference is or what's special about IMPRES 2?

http://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/ ... essoryinfo
http://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/ ... essoryinfo

[KitN1MCC]

looks to be next generation

[RadioSouth]

I just had some batteries in and they are labeled as IMPRES 2.

Any idea what the difference is or what's special about IMPRES 2?

http://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/ ... essoryinfo
http://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/ ... essoryinfo

Nice, the IP68 and Submersible rating seem to be new as well as the claims of faster charging and more cycles.
Like Kit said, Gen.2 and seems to be a major update.
I like to see the 6 mo. warranty extension, Motorola must have some confidence in doing so.

[RFguy]

I found some info on IMPRES2

Only for APX radios
Improved IP rating (for some batteries) to IP68
Improved cycles resulting in increased warranty: Capacity warrantied to 24 months, workmanship 48-months

New IMPRES2 chargers announced (note: IMPRES2 batteries are compatible with older IMPRES chargers, but should be at 3.4 or newer firmware).
New chargers charge at a higher rate (optional?) to match the higher capacity of the new batteries. Old chargers charge at 1.25 amps, new chargers at 3.0 amps.
New chargers have a USB charge port to charge accessories
Some user configuration options (MUC only)