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Testing our Lithium battery against lead acid.
updated 8 years ago
TL;DR
48v:
- More Efficient (16x fewer losses than 12v)
- Cheaper and smaller cables (4x lower current)
- Smaller and lighter hardware (inverters, etc)
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Including a current limiter on a 48V alternator, a safe-stop device, and a surge arrestor for when bigger disconnects happen during charge. He also disconnects the alternator while it's throwing out 100A... It leaves a nasty spark but it doesn't break!
Modern lithium batteries and modern products unlock many new opportunities for the future of power systems. Sometimes our diagrams can be quite complicated, so the MD here talks you through the system and the logic (or madness) behind it.
You can find the items discussed below.
PDFS:
48V Overview and Study: sterling-power.com/pages/high-power-48v-240v-systems-48v-alternators
PRODUCTS:
A48100 Alternator and accessories: sterling-power.com/products/a48100-48v-100a-alternator
SATURN Series chargers: sterling-power.com/collections/dc-dc-chargers
48V BATTERIES:
sterling-power.com/products/rb48100-48v-100ah-rack-stack-batteries
sterling-power.com/pages/heated-batteries
BB1248120R is the solution.
Combining a 48V battery bank directly onto an independent 48V battery bank can be perilous due to differential voltages between banks.
A worst case scenario may be a 15S 48.0V lithium battery that is flat ~40V, being connected to a full 16S 51.2V lithium battery sat at 54V. This would result in vast current flows leading to BMS open circuit, meaning no charging would take place. A similar event may occur when simply connecting a full 51.2V battery onto an empty one.
The BB484830 offers current limiting and correct charging voltages for charging between an array of voltages 39V-60VDC.
sterling-power.com/products/48v-to-48v-battery-to-battery-charger-w-reverse-charging-feature-jump-start-assistance-copy
The IP68 BBWS can operate from either a 12V or 24V input battery source and can charge a 12V output battery
The solar feed into the BBWS is 31VOC rated, harvesting up to 350W or 550W (dependent on model)
Waterproof, sealed aluminium construction
Four profiles :: AGM/Gel, Sealed Lead, Lithium, Calcium/Desulphation
Solar priority mode engages the unit exclusively as a solar regulator.
As the BBWS is pre-wired with sockets, it can be easily and quickly installed or disconnected, pending your needs.
IP68 rated
97% efficiency
LAUREL | 600
Small, lightweight and robust
12.8V 40Ah LiFePO4 - 512Wh battery
600W 230VAC Pure Sine Wave inverter
15A DC DC charger built in w/ Solar input (up to 60VDC)
USB-C 65W PD IN + OUT (can be charged up with USB-C)
15W Wireless charging
Onboard LED lamp
25A DC output capable - with over current protection
2x Universal Sockets
Vivid LCD screen
on preorder
sterling-power.com/products/laurel-600
The Hardy should be live NOW on our website! Please give it a check.
sterling-power.com/products/hardy-3500-portable-power-supply
If you have any questions, or if we can answer/clarify anything at all, please ask below.
The HARDY is our newest step into the portable power pack industry, taking our years of experience of both Lithium power systems as well as onboard power and combining everything into one simple box.
Boasting a 3500W pure sine wave inverter, AC/DC charging, DC/DC charging, numerous USB/USBC ports, an integrated high voltage solar regulator, numerous battery contact feeds and even a wireless charging pad for your phone... This has all the equipment your camper could want - in one, fairly priced box.
The Hardy has an incredible collection of features- it really is an entire vehicle power system in one box. To help you understand its use we’ve broken it down into a few of its main parts and features- so you can be as confident as we are that it’s the perfect item for you.
The top row of three contacts includes 3x USB and USB-C/PD charge/power ports with easily accessible ON/OFF switches besides them. This can be used to power LED lighting, phone chargers and a wide array of other USB powered items. The bottom row incorporates 2x 12V DC cigarette sockets and 1x Engel socket, allowing an even bigger range of items to be powered.
A large, obvious and simple to understand power switch for the Hardy. Turn it on when you need it, turn it off when you’re done.
The screen gives you all the information that could be of use to you; remaining capacity, overall state of charge, actual power in motion (both in Watts and Amps). Consider this your onboard battery monitor.
A simple and obvious button-switch to turn ON/OFF your AC sockets at leisure. The LED backing of the switch makes it obvious whether the plugs should be live or not.
The 2x230VAC sockets on the Hardy can power more than you would expect. The Hardy has an integrated pure sine 3500W inverter. Each individual plug is rated to a normal 13A/3KW fuse, but with a 3.5KW continuous rating and a 5KW peak, it’ll run more than you think. Final model will have an RCD installed.
This is the primary DC contact line using a 175A rated Anderson style connector and fused to 175A. Through here you can easily power a large range of DC appliances, connect higher powered DC chargers (like our BB12120) or even consider connecting another battery bank (if it’s of equivalent charge) to extend your battery capacity.
These two smaller grey Anderson style sockets are similar to (F) but rated to 50A each, instead of 175A. The same rules apply, though. If you have a 50A charger available, or 50A DC appliances that you want to power, plug them right in.
The blue Anderson style socket is for the in-built DC/DC charger. When paired with a D+ ignition feed it will draw up to 30A from this blue socket connection, normally connected to an alternator circuit so you can charge while you drive.
The yellow Anderson style socket is for our solar regulator. With a VOC range of 18V-90VDC and a 700W upper limit on how much can be harvested, you’ve got a better system than most off-the-shelf regulators already built in. All you need to do is connect your PV circuit (either from the roof panels, or by considering our CSP range of deployable solar panels) and let the sun do the work for you.
On the top of the Hardy unit, there is a 15W Wireless/Induction phone charger, making it a perfect place for your phone.
14.6V 230VAC mains charger (40A)
Includes 4x Hex screws to connect to Hardy body and 4x wood screws for floor/base connection.
Yellow 50A Anderson Socket with Mc4 connector fitted cable
Spare Anderson sockets (1x Yellow, 1x Blue, 2x Grey - Includes terminals)
A simple plug and ring terminal for the Ignition contact on the Hardy
As described
175A Anderson Socket with large Jump Leads for a DC connection
Spare covers for the Anderson sockets if unused- to protect against dust or corrosion.
Battery capacity (H3500) 12.8V | 150Ah | 1920Wh
Battery capacity (H3500P) 12.8V l 300Ah l 3840Wh
Battery chemistry LiFePO4
BMS current rating 300A
AC inverter power 3500W Continuous, 5000W Peak | 230VAC 50hz
2x AC plug outlets (13A) + RCD Protection
DC Outlets 3x USB-C | 3x USB-A
3x 12V Cigarette ~150W
2x 50A input / outputs
1x 175A input / outputs
1x 15W wireless charger
AC charger 100V-250VAC 50-60Hz
(Accessory) 40A at 14.6V 600W
MPPT Solar Regulator 700W | up to 90VDC input
DC/DC / Vehicle charger 30A charge 8-33VDC input
Humidity 10-90%
Operating Temp -10 to 50DegC
Dimensions 420mm x 265mm x 395mm
Weight H3500 30.8kg
Weight H3500P 43.2kg
750W 12/24V to 48V DC DC Charger
Available now.
sterling-power.com/products/24v-to-48v-battery-to-battery-charger-w-reverse-charging-feature-jump-start-assistance
After all, I know I go to Youtube first if I have a problem, normally!
16.5kW of pure sine wave inverter - 3x 5500W continuous rated - either single phase or three phase.
20.48kWh of LiFePO4 batteries at 51.2V | 400Ah
12V to 48V DC DC charger - 1500W - BB1248120
Battery Monitor - BM1
Ideal for ice cream vans | EV recovery vans | silent generator style | hosting venues.
Everything here, we have in stock.
Ideal for currently limiting down thin, pre-existing wire fused at ~15A.
Plug into 12V outlet on vehicle, great for charging portable powerbanks
Great for charging small 10-20Ah lithium batteries and small seldom used 12V battery banks.
sterling-power.com/products/12v-to-12v-120a-dc-to-dc-charger-bb12120?_pos=1&_sid=4f9d96539&_ss=r&variant=43207491780797
Charles Sterling, MD, offers his idea on what the solution could look like.
The next part of this series will cover all the available modular items that could make a great range of EV recovery systems, pending budget, requirements and space.
If you have any questions, as always, feel free to ask.
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This is part one of a three part mini-series offering a brief breakdown of the BC charger. Part one is simply the unboxing and basic understanding of the BC charger and why you would (or wouldn't) choose it.
Part two should cover a basic install and part three will cover basic troubleshooting.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
LINKS ::
BC CHARGER : sterling-power.com/products/amps-battery-charger
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0:00 - 0:55 - Intro
0:55 - 1:41 - Key Features
1:41 - 2:20 - Limitations
2:20 - 2:45 - Contents
2:45 - 3:26 - Unit understanding
3:27 - 4:13 - Outro
This does not inhibit the use of the jump start assistance feature.
sterling-power.com/collections/new-range-bb/products/12v-to-12v-120a-dc-to-dc-charger-bb12120?variant=42737029677245
50A reverse charge
95-98% efficiency Buck Boost technology.
What does the BBR offer?
- Live voltage and current readings from BB output
- Ability to set custom charge profiles | absorption, float and absorption time length
- Ability to adjust current limit to 85%, 65% or full power (100%)
- Allows the removal of float voltage feature in lithium profiles
- Desulphation / equilisation settings can be set in LEAD modes.
sterling-power.com/products/12v-to-12v-120a-dc-to-dc-charger-bb12120
sterling-power.com/products/12v-to-12v-120a-dc-to-dc-charger-bb12120
sterling-power.com/products/12v-to-12v-120a-dc-to-dc-charger-bb12120
Product info:
sterling-power.com/products/12v-to-12v-120a-dc-to-dc-charger-bb12120
Forgive the audio, we'll be producing a more detailed video on the full range in the coming weeks once we set up the cameras again.
If you would like to know any further information, reach out to us at Sterling-Power.com and we'll see how we can assist.
LINKS TO PRODUCTS ::
Induction Hobs : sterling-power.com/products/induction-hobs-1
Combi Series Inverter Charger : sterling-power.com/collections/inverters-and-combi-inverter-chargers
Will from Sterling Power happily volunteered to give a run-down on what's what when it comes to the Combi switch, and hopefully answers any questions you may have along the way.
Our flagship 12V 30A current limiting smart charger is a favourite of many of you that needed off-shore reliable power from your system - but why not make it better? A 350W solar regulator built in allows you to comfortably maintain charge to your batteries now even without your engine on!
We're aware we're not the first ones here- but the competing products have an open circuit voltage of around 21V which can easily be exceeded by competent solar panels and lead to problems. With 10 more Volts of safe room to charge and a competitive price, we're sure you'll enjoy.
LINKS
BBS1230 :: sterling-power.com/products/battery-to-battery-charger-w-solar-regulator-bbs1230
To solve the issues that you'll encounter and learn about throughout the course of this video we recommend you to consider fitting a battery to battery charger. These are our current limiting range of DC/DC chargers and if you need any consultation before you make your decision, we're here to help.
Our range of current limiting chargers will continue to grow as time goes on and lithium becomes more and more prevalent in off-shore power distribution so be sure to subscribe to stay up to date on all future videos, tests and reveals!
LINKS ::
BB Series of products : sterling-power.com/products/2015-battery-to-battery-chargers-non-waterproof-drip-proof-ip21?variant=978775687
youtu.be/UhvwESERi5Y + youtu.be/X3LDVZAZMII - Euro 6 Regen Braking
www.youtube.com/watch?v=jR34QF3xcCc - Lithium v Lead Acid
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUzbp18L9oc - 12V Fridge versus 240V fridge
www.youtube.com/watch?v=3npZQ7JGp0A - BtB use over relays
PRODUCTS MENTIONED :: Name // Sterling Code // EXVAT Price in GBP
BATTERIES :
60AH Lithium Battery - AL1260 - 500
100AH Lithium Battery - AL12100 - 700
120AH Lithium Battery - AL12120 - 800
POWER MANAGEMENT :
Power Management Panel (w/ 200A Shunt) - PMP1 - 259
200A Shunt - S200A - 60
400A Shunt - S400A - 125
GOLD PLATED ANL FUSE HOLDER :
500A M8 Fuse Holder (ANL) - GFH8 - 29
1000A M12 Fuse Holder (2x ANL) - GFH12 - 46
ANL Fuses - GANL(xx) - 3.50
COMBI SERIES / INVERTER CHARGERS :
Pro Combi S 12V 2500VA - PCS122500 - 939
Pro Combi S 12V 3500VA - PCS123500 - 1499
Pro Combi S 24V 2500VA - PCS242500 - 939
Pro Combi S 24V 3500VA - PCS243500 - 1469
THROUGH ROOF BOX :
Sterling Power Through Roof Box - SP - 24
SOLAR REGULATORS :
10A PWM Solar Regulator - PWM10 - 39
30A MPPT Solar Regulator - MPPT30 - 169
50A MPPT Solar Regulator - MPPT50 - 269
SOLAR PANELS :
18W at 17.2V - SP18 - 89
55W at 17.2V - SP55 - 219
120W at 17.2V - SP120 - 399
150W at 17.2V - SP150 - 499
UNRELEASED AS OF 08/09/2020
Sterling Power Induction Cooker Range
Switch Panel
Red/Grey Sterling Fuse Holders
The Sterling Power Battery to Battery charger series are a market leading innovation that provides advanced charge to your house batteries easily and without voiding any alternator warranty- and, crucially, are able to be used on lithium batteries easily.
Sterling's range of Battery to Battery Chargers (B2Bs) has grown significantly over the past few years. This is in an effort to supplement the ever growing demand from the commercial vehicle, recreational vehicle and marine industries. The B2Bs have become extremely popular as they fast charge batteries as you cruise along without the need for complex wiring, touching your alternator, voiding the alternator's warranty and tampering with the electronic control units (ECUs). You can provide the onboard batteries with a fast 4 stage charging profile with a very simple and speedy installation. All of the benefits of advanced charging without any of the drawbacks. Simply connect the B2B between the battery being charged and the battery you wish to charge.
For any further power distribution or advanced battery charging products, visit www.sterling-power.com or call us on 01905 771771 and we'll see what we can do to help.
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