LBSA 10.6kWh 208Ah 51.2V LiFePO4 Wall Mount Solar Battery
Overview of the LBSA 10.6kWh Wall Mount Battery
The LBSA 10.6kWh wall mount battery is a low-voltage lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) energy storage solution developed by Lithium Batteries SA for residential and light commercial solar and backup power systems. Operating at a nominal voltage of 51.2V, the LBSA 10.6kWh battery is designed for stable daily cycling, high discharge capability, and long service life in South African conditions.
What the LBSA 10.6kWh Battery Is Designed to Do
The LBSA 10.6kWh LiFePO4 battery stores DC electrical energy from solar generation or grid charging and supplies that energy to a compatible low-voltage inverter. It is designed to:
- Provide backup power during grid outages
- Increase solar self-consumption in hybrid systems
- Support daily cycling in residential energy storage systems
- Deliver stable power for household and light commercial loads
What the LBSA 10.6kWh Battery Is Not
The LBSA wall mount battery is a battery only and does not perform inverter functions. Specifically:
- It is not an inverter and cannot produce AC power
- It does not include MPPT charge controllers
- It does not connect directly to PV panels
- It must not be connected to high-voltage battery systems
System Type and Voltage Class
The LBSA 10.6kWh battery is designed for 48V-class low-voltage battery systems. Key electrical characteristics include:
- Nominal battery voltage: 51.2V
- Operating as a low-voltage DC battery system
- Compatible with low-voltage hybrid and off-grid inverters
Battery Chemistry and Cell Design
The battery uses lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) prismatic cells housed in aluminium cases. This chemistry is selected for:
- High thermal stability
- Improved safety compared to other lithium chemistries
- Long cycle life under daily cycling conditions
Battery Management System and Protection
An advanced integrated battery management system monitors and protects the battery during operation. BMS functions include:
- Over-charge and over-discharge protection
- Over-current and short-circuit protection
- High and low temperature protection
- Cell balancing during charge and discharge
The battery also includes a built-in 250A DC circuit breaker with secondary tripping function for isolation and safety.
Charge and Discharge Performance
The LBSA 10.6kWh battery is designed to support high inverter loads within a low-voltage system.
Charge Specifications
- Charge voltage (bulk and absorption): 56.2V
- Recommended charge current: 100A
- Charge temperature range: 0°C to 50°C
Discharge Specifications
- Maximum continuous discharge current: 200A
- Discharge cut-off voltage: 44V
- Discharge temperature range: -20°C to 50°C
Scalability and Parallel Operation
The LBSA 10.6kWh battery supports large-scale expansion through parallel connection. System scalability includes:
- Up to 16 battery packs connected in parallel
- Expansion of both capacity and power output
- Parallel communication via CAN and RS485
When multiple batteries are used, connection via a central busbar with equal cable lengths is required to ensure balanced charge and discharge.
Communication and Inverter Integration
The battery communicates with compatible inverters using CAN bus protocol and supports RS485 communication between parallel battery packs. The system provides accurate monitoring of:
- Battery voltage
- Charge and discharge current
- Battery temperature
- State of charge
Technical Specifications – LBSA 10.6kWh Battery
- Battery chemistry: LiFePO4
- Nominal capacity: 208Ah
- Total energy capacity: 10.6kWh
- Configuration: 16S 2P
- Cycle life: ≥80% capacity after 4800 cycles at 0.5C, 25°C, 100% DOD
Physical Specifications and Installation
The LBSA 10.6kWh battery is designed for wall-mounted installation using a supplied mounting bracket.
- Installation type: Wall-mounted
- Dimensions: 750 × 135 × 520 mm
- Weight: 84 kg
- Ingress protection rating: IP20
Environmental Operating Limits
- Charge temperature range: 0°C to 50°C
- Discharge temperature range: -20°C to 50°C
- Storage temperature range: -20°C to 55°C
Typical Applications for the LBSA 10.6kWh Battery
- Residential solar energy storage systems
- Hybrid solar and backup power installations
- Low-voltage off-grid systems
- Scalable household energy storage solutions
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the LBSA 10.6kWh battery suitable for high inverter loads?
Yes. With a maximum continuous discharge current of 200A, the battery can support high-power low-voltage inverter loads when system design limits are respected.
How many LBSA 10.6kWh batteries can be connected together?
Up to sixteen batteries can be connected in parallel, allowing large low-voltage battery banks to be built for increased capacity and power output.
What inverter types are compatible with this battery?
The battery is compatible with low-voltage hybrid and off-grid inverters that support lithium batteries via CAN communication.
Can this battery be wall-mounted?
Yes. The battery is designed for wall-mounted installation using the supplied mounting bracket and must be installed on a structure capable of supporting its weight.
Does the battery include internal protection?
Yes. The integrated BMS provides protection against over-charge, over-discharge, over-current, over-temperature, and short-circuit conditions.
Is this battery suitable for daily cycling?
Yes. The battery is designed for daily cycling and maintains at least 80% capacity after 4800 cycles at 100% depth of discharge.
Can the battery be used during grid outages?
Yes. When paired with a compatible inverter, the battery supplies stored energy during grid outages and power interruptions.
Does the battery include a DC isolator?
Yes. A built-in 250A DC circuit breaker provides isolation and protection during operation and maintenance.
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