Grid structure for high rate lead/acid battery. [maximizes mechanical support while minimizing electrical resistance]

An improved electrode grid structure is formed wherein at least two equispaced current-carrying separators are tapered in width and intersect at the widest portion perpendicular to a tapered side element having a current collecting tab. In addition, the number of current-carrying separators parallel to the tapered current-carrying separators is greater than the number of current-carrying separators perpendicular to the tapered current-carrying separators. The purpose of the structure is to maximize mechanical support while minimizing the resistive paths in regions of highest current density. 1 figure.