Discovery Battery’s new lithium iron phosphate battery system
Picture: Uncover Battery
Canadian vitality storage specialist Uncover Battery has developed a brand new lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery storage system for residential off-grid photo voltaic, dwelling backup energy, and microgrids.
The Factor system has a nominal voltage of 51.2 V and a capability of 100 Ah. A battery module has a capability of 5.12 kWh, measures 497 mm x 439 mm x 133.5 mm, and weighs 44 kg. It has a 10-year guarantee.
“Factor ESS battery modules are made with the best grade cobalt-free LiFePO4 cells for reliability and lengthy life,” the producer mentioned. “Uncover’s GEN-4, high-current [battery management system (BMS)] delivers optimum peak energy for demanding hundreds and lightning quick 1 C cost and discharge.
The battery discharges at an ambient temperature between -20 C and 55 C, and prices at a temperature between 0 C and 45 C.
“Factor ESS battery modules can be found in an non-obligatory BMS-managed warmth mat that permits operation in chilly climates,” Discovery Battery states on its web site.
As much as six battery modules will be stacked to succeed in 30.72 kWh capability. Discovery Battery provides inner and exterior enclosures to retailer battery modules. As much as 4 enclosures will be linked in parallel to succeed in 120 kWh.
The brand new product is IP20 rated and UL9540A examined. It’s awaiting UL1973 and UL9540-BESS certification for the North American market. Discovery Battery offered the Factor vitality storage system at Intersolar North America, which occurred in California from February 14 to February 16.
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