It’s time. Your RV or boat’s lead-acid battery bank had a good run, but just isn’t able to hold a charge anymore – so what should you do? Using desulphators could help squeeze some more life out of it, but instead of asking how to restore lead-acid batteries that are clearly past their prime, the […]
Lithium-ion polymer batteries are widely used due to their long life and high capacity. However, there are some issues that can arise, such as swelling, unsatisfactory safety performance, and accelerated cycle attenuation. This article will primarily focus on battery swelling and its causes, which can be divided into two categories: the first is a result of a […]
Safety is a full-fledged design feature with lithium batteries, and for good reason. As we’ve all seen, the chemistry and energy density that allows lithium-ion batteries to work so well also makes them flammable, so when the batteries malfunction, they often make a spectacular and dangerous mess. All lithium chemistries are not created equal. In […]
What is a Portable Power Station? As energy-dense lithium battery technology has advanced over the last 10 years, portable power stations have emerged as a useful solution for off-grid power. A portable power station is an easily transportable lithium battery that combines a built-in battery gauge, an inverter with AC outlet, and multiple DC outlets […]
Want to know more about LiPo charging? Here we will present a few data that will be involved when charging a LiPo battery to help you better understand the charging of LiPo batteries. LiPo battery charging voltage The highest voltage of LiPo battery charging, I believe that the majority of mold friends can know this common sense.4.20V is the highest voltage of LiPo batteries, but […]
As the largest countries of lithium polymer battery all over the world, China accounts for more than one-third of global production. Currently, strong demand for materials spreads over more than 100 lithium battery manufacturers, said to their urgent plans for the mass output increase within 2 years. lithium polymer battery characteristics Compared to most lithium polymer batteries, the lithium […]
Change can be daunting, even when switching from a lead-acid battery to a lithium iron phosphate battery. We all know properly charging your battery is critical and directly impacts the performance and life of the battery. Let’s take a look at how to charge your LiFePO4 battery to maximize your investment. Charging Conditions Much like […]
This week, we discuss the differences you experience when using lithium compared to lead-acid batteries. We compare everything from installation to weight and speed. Watch the full video to learn more about the benefits of switching to lithium. Transcript: Let’s start with installation. Lithium batteries are half the weight of the same capacity lead-acid batteries […]
As Huawei and Samsung released the folding screen phones Mate X and Galaxy Fold respectively, they have a technologically-sense design and excellent hardware configuration. The unfolded area of the new folding screen mobile phone screen can reach more than 7.3 inches, which enhances the user experience. But in fact, a more disruptive, practical, and cost-effective mobile […]
Introduce you to the factors that cause lithium-polymer batteries to fail and how to prevent them from failure. Some approaches that can maximize lipo batteries’ life will also be included. Cycle life Generally speaking, the standard service life of a lithium polymer battery is 3 years, and the number of cycles ranges from 300-500. The […]
Lithium Cobalt Oxide batteries and lithium iron phosphate batteries are the most widely used formulas for both LiPo (Lithium Polymer) and Li-Ion (Lithium Ion). What difference between Lithium Iron Phosphate and Lithium Cobalt Oxide? This video will help you to know that. The cycle life of Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries are more than 4 to 5 times that […]
Temperature has one of the greatest impacts on the charge and discharge performance of batteries. The electrode/electrolyte interface is considered the heart of the battery, and the electrochemical reactions at this interface are closely related to the ambient temperature. If the temperature drops, the reaction rate of the electrode also drops. When NiMH batteries are charged and discharged, […]
A render if what the DP World London Gateway project will look like when completely constructed, based on Fluence’s sixth-generation Gridstack system design. Image: InterGen. The Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) in the UK has given the green light to the country’s biggest ever battery storage project. InterGen has gained planning permission for […]
Low-Temperature LiFePO4 Battery: Why It’s Best For RV Like humans, batteries could function their best at room temperature. Low-temperature batteries like Lithium Iron Phosphate, like the LifePO4 Battery manufactured by Himax, could be useful for RVs. These good batteries can work well in a temperature range of about –40℃ to 50℃. That’s why these batteries are ideal for RV application […]
A nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) battery is similar to a nickel cadmium (NiCd) battery, but it has higher capacity, less memory effect, and lower environmental pollution (or more simply, it doesn’t have the toxic cadmium) than the NiCd battery. Its recycling efficiency is better than that of lithium-ion batteries, and it is known as the […]
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are inarguably the most popular type of rechargeable battery for consumer electronics. They can be used for a variety of products from mobile phones to cars, and their qualities are superior compared to other rechargeable batteries. At NightSearcher we use high-quality lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries for all but a few of our rechargeable […]
There are three main packaging forms of lithium batteries: they are cylindrical, prismatic and pouch cell packages. Each packaging has its own advantages and disadvantages, which we will review in today’s article. Cylindrical Lithium Battery There are many types of cylindrical cells, such as 14650, 17490, 18650, 21700, 26500 and so on. Many car models […]
Before we go straight into comparing these protection boards, let me help define these first. Define the PCM, PCB and BMS Generally speaking, battery protection boards can be divided into two types. We usually refer to them as the PCM (Protection circuit module) or otherwise known as the PCB (Protection circuit board), and the BMS (Battery management system). A […]
Lithium batteries are making their way into the Floor Cleaning market and for good reason. If you look at all of the benefits, they are hands-down the best solution to power your floor cleaning machines. Learn why below: LIFE Probably the most well-known and obvious benefit is significantly longer life. Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries […]
The shell materials used in lithium batteries on the market can be roughly divided into three types: steel shell, aluminum shell and pouch cell (i.e. aluminum plastic film, soft pack). We will explore the characteristics, applications and differences between them in this article. Steel–Shell Battery The steel material for this battery is physically stable with its stress […]
The biggest difference between NiMH and LiPo batteries is the chemical properties that enable the charging of the batteries. NiMH (Nickel-metal hybrid) uses nickel-based technology and LiPo (Lithium Polymer) batteries use a lithium-ion technology. What the battery types have in common is that they both store a certain amount of energy depending on their capacity. […]
With the increasing applications of lithium-ion batteries in drones, electric vehicles (EV), and solar energy storage, battery manufacturers are using modern technology and chemical composition to push the limits of battery testing and manufacturing capabilities. Nowadays, every battery, regardless of its size, performance, and life, is determined in the manufacturing process, and the testing equipment is designed […]
EDF’S West Burton B battery storage project in Nottinghamshire, one of Europe’s largest battery storage projects | Credit: EDF The consultancy predicts that US and China will drive global growth in cumulative energy storage capacity, which should top 740GWh by the end of the decade Energy storage is poised for a decade-defining boom, with capacity […]
Lithium iron phosphate(LiFePo4) batteries are continually sought after in the battery market for their long life and safety. This is seen recently with Tesla’s Model 3 and BYD’s Han series launching with LiFePO4 batteries. We will explore these pros and cons of LiFeP04 batteries in this article. Table of Contents Pros and Cons of LiFePO4 battery Advantages Long cycle life […]
Aerial photography enthusiasts try to shoot on sunny summer days, but flying under high temperatures for a long time can be a strain for their drones. Continuous flying under higher temperatures can easily cause serious heating of the equipment and may even cause battery failure or explosion and permanent damage to the drone’s equipment. Factors that affect the work of drones in high […]
You may have heard that there are restrictions when flying your drone in high temperatures, but did you know that it’s a similar case in low temperatures too? We will explore some factors to consider if you plan on flying your drone in cold weather. The impact of low temperatures on drones Lower temperatures slow […]
Global competition for the world’s top spot for the manufacture of rechargeable batteries is getting fiercer as China is stepping up efforts to overtake its South Korean rival in the fast-growing electric vehicle market, Koreainvestors.com reports. According to market research firm SNE Research on Oct. 5, South Korea’s LG Chem Ltd. maintained its market lead with 15.92 GWh of battery capacity supply in […]
The voltage of a lithium-ion battery is determined by the electrode potential. Voltage, also known as potential difference or potential difference, is a physical quantity that measures the energy difference of electric charges in an electrostatic field due to different potentials. The electrode potential of lithium-ion batteries is about 3V, and the voltage of lithium-ion batteries varies […]
With the promotion of energy conservation and environmental protection, more and more environmentally friendly products are being applied to the market. In the battery industry, ternary lithium batteries with many advantages quickly occupied the market, and gradually replace the traditional lead-acid batteries. For the traditional battery, ternary lithium batteries have a long life, energy-saving and […]
Low-temperature lithium-ion batteries mainly include low-temperature lithium-ion polymer (LiPo) batteries, low-temperature 18650 batteries, and low-temperature lithium iron phosphate (LiPO4) batteries. We will explore the advantages and disadvantages of each one. Low-temperature lithium polymer batteries Low-temperature LiPo batteries have the best low-temperature performance especially in smart wearable devices, where the advantages are more prominent. Performance characteristics […]
If you have ever worked with batteries you have probably come across the terms series, parallel, and series-parallel, but what exactly do these terms mean? Series, Series-Parallel, and Parallel is the act of connecting two batteries together, but why would you want to connect two or more batteries together in the first place? By connecting […]
Can “oiling” the electrodes of automotive fuel cells prevent their degradation? Unlike their larger, utility-scale counterparts that run continuously, automotive fuel cells are frequently turned off and on, allowing electrodes to corrode during the off state due to unwanted chemical reactions. The introduction of a specialized catalyst is shown to contain the problem. A research team […]
The word battery simply means a group of similar components. In military vocabulary, a “battery” refers to a cluster of guns. In electricity, a “battery” is a set of voltaic cells designed to provide greater voltage and/or current than is possible with one cell alone. The symbol for a cell is very simple, consisting of one long […]
Battery testing system in Dr. Yu’s Lab for developing advanced electrode materials. Credit: The University of Texas at Austin For years, researchers have aimed to learn more about a group of metal oxides that show promise as key materials for the next generation of lithium-ion batteries because of their mysterious ability to store significantly more […]
Coulombic Efficiency: Research Gate We seldom stress about buying a new phone every few years. We want the new technology. Hence with phones, lithium-ion battery aging is hardly an issue. It is, however, a major factor with an electric vehicle. Those lithium batteries can cost as much as a small fossil-fueled car pumping out pollution. Concept Electric Car: NREL: […]
Nickel metal hydride battery (Commonly abbreviated to “Nimh battery”) has dominated the market today. This is because the battery chemistry is advanced in performance, safety, the cycle of life, and other parameters. In addition to that, manufacturers are working to improve the cell. The cell is designed to be used on electronic products that consider run time. […]
Power failures do occur at times in our places of residents, businesses, and workplaces. This power failure can last for an extended period. And as we know, without electricity, all our work or pleasure will stop. Therefore, there is the need to have backup systems so that our work is protected from damage or data […]
Nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries are an improvement from nickel-cadmium (NiCd) batteries, especially as they replace cadmium (Cd) with a metal that can absorb hydrogen.
NiMH can provide higher capacity than NiCd batteries, have less obvious memory effect, and be more environmentally friendly without the toxic cadmium.
For most renewable energy systems, as like solar street light, the most important battery characteristics are the battery lifetime, the depth of discharge and the maintenance requirements of the battery. Some solar street lights produced with Lead/VRLA/AGM batteries by default. However, the total cost of ownership (TCO) of these types of batteries is much higher than […]
According to the Physorg website, researchers at Northwestern University have developed an electrode for lithium-ion batteries that allows the battery to retain 10 times more power than the prior art, and the battery with the new electrode can be fast charging, increasing by 10 Double rates. Battery capacity and fast charging are two major battery limitations. […]
The positive electrode of lithium-ion batteries is lithium iron phosphate material, which has great advantages in safety performance and cycle life. These are one of the most important technical indicators of power battery. Lifepo4 battery with 1C charging and discharging cycle life can be achieved 2000 times, the puncture does not explode, it is not easy to […]
Nowadays, lithium battery is widely used in various industries due to its high discharge rate, rechargeable and pollution-free. With the globalization of economy and trade, the demand of lithium battery in transportation is increasing. How to transport lithium battery correctly is also an important problem that cannot be ignored by lithium battery manufacturers. What shipping certification does a lithium battery need to pass? Lithium ion batteries […]
You must be traveling so soon, and most probably, that’s why you have landed into this great piece of information. Do you know what is involved when traveling with devices containing lithium batteries? I bet not! That’s why you are on this. Well, there are restrictions when we talk about traveling on planes. One of those […]
I believe everyone knows that due to the structure of cells and the specificity of the chemistry, the battery cannot be charged below the freezing temperature. There are still a lot of companies are advertised as “low-temperature rechargeable“, “low temperature -xx℃ charge” words, Grepow’s low-temperature series battery can also charge in the environment of minus 20 […]
A high rate battery generally refers to a lithium battery, and a lithium-ion battery is a high-charge battery that relies on lithium ions to move between a positive electrode and a negative electrode to operate. High rate battery During charge and discharge, Li+ is embedded and deintercalated between the two electrodes: when charging the battery, Li+ is […]
We know why lithium gets all the credit: the chemistry that makes these batteries so amazing wouldn’t work half without this particular metal. Considerably other rechargeable battery-powered battery plans are constrained in manners lithium batteries aren’t! What many people don’t understand, however, is that lithium remarkably makes up a little of the battery itself. Lithium-based batteries speak […]
Photovoltaic Off-grid Systems Equipped with Energy Storage Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries
Lithium iron phosphate battery is one of the safest batteries we using, and its durability and safety are definitely superior to other lithium ion batteries. So, can we overcharge lithium iron phosphate batteries? What range of voltage can be allowed it be overcharged? Under normal circumstances, the answer is NO! What are lithium iron phosphate batteries? […]
LiPO batteries often abbreviated as Lithium polymer batteries are rechargeable batteries that use polymer electrolytes instead of liquid electrolytes. RC cars are the popular market of LiPo batteries, you will be needing batteries for running them and LiPo batteries are the best option. They are best known for maintaining a steady voltage, surpassing all its other […]
What is the deep cycle battery? A deep-cycle battery is a battery that is designed to be able to store a large quantity of energy while having the ability to discharge from 100% down to 0% without hurting the battery. A deep-cycle battery also ensures that a steady amount of power is being delivered to […]
Charging your phone batteries Most smartphones on the market use LiPo (Lithium-ion Polymer) batteries. They are 3.8V per cell (4.35V when fully charged) and generally about 3 Ampere hour (Ah), or 3000 milliampere hour (mAh), in capacity. The charging voltage must be higher than the battery voltage. Because the battery is polarized when the battery […]
Lithium batteries, or Lithium-ion Polymer (LiPo) batteries, are batteries that use Lithium as a negative electrode material and use a non-aqueous electrolyte solution. In 1912, Lithium metal batteries were first proposed and studied by Gilbert N. Lewis. In the 1970s, M.S. Whittingham proposed and started researching Lithium-ion batteries. However, due to the complications of using […]
According to Yakgear, kayak fishing has advantages over the traditional method by boat. Just to name a couple, anglers can fish more economically and in smaller bodies of water. What the general public might not know is that batteries are needed for motorized kayaks. What do I need to know before choosing a […]
What is an industrial battery? Batteries for industrial applications have certain characteristics, such as high discharge and large capacity. These batteries consist of three parts: Customized battery + BMS + Charging system Industrial applications Let’s look at where industrial batteries are used. Industrial applications cover a wide area, but we can separate them into 3 larger […]
The cycle life of a Lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery is more than 4 to 5 times that of other lithium ion polymer batteries. The operating temperature range is wider and safer; however, the discharge platform is lower, the nominal voltage is only 3.2V, and the fully-charged voltage is 3.65V. Lithium iron phosphate is […]
At present, most vehicle GPS on the market is powered by a built-in lithium battery, this power supply method is suitable for many portable digital products. Lithium-ion batteries have the advantages of stable discharge performance, high energy density, small size, and no memory effect. Vehicle GPS as one of the main products using lithium batteries, in […]
Compared to a lithium ion polymer (LiPo) battery, the nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery is a relatively safe battery as it is well designed in terms of safety performance due to its material and structure. Generally, the NiMH rechargeable batteries rarely leak, unlike alkaline batteries. However, both alkaline and rechargeable batteries contain electrolytes, which could […]
Lithium polymer battery is a kind of lithium-ion battery, but it has obvious advantages over liquid lithium battery (with high energy density, more compact, ultra-thin, lightweight, and high safety and size), is a novel battery. Below we detail the advantages of lithium polymer batteries. 1. Good safety performance Lithium polymer batteries are structured in soft aluminum-plastic packaging, […]
There are three types of medical batteries commonly seen in hospitals and clinical settings, and it is important to be able to distinguish them in order to know which custom battery adapter is the right fit when analyzing battery life: Removable batteries: Nurses charge these packs on charging stations and get periodic analysis in the service […]
Drones are being used more and more widely in all our lives, so the batteries that power these devices are increasingly advancing and being pushed to their limits. One of the biggest challenges to these batteries is endurance; more and more users need the power to last longer. One such example is with an agricultural […]
ONE TOUGH POWER SOURCE APL develops a safer, more durable lithium-ion battery Lithium-ion batteries are required for smartphones, laptops, and electric cars. Although lithium-ion batteries have many advantages, they still have a fire hazard when they overheat. According to foreign media reports, The Johns Hopkins University is developing a new type of lithium-ion […]
What is the best way to store an 18650 battery? In this blog post, rather than do my own testing – I will rely on the specification sheets provided by Panasonic, Samsung, and LG. We’ll look at the storing section of these spec sheets, and break down the important factors and what they mean. Scroll […]
Lithium is thought to be one of the first elements made after the Big Bang. An enormous amount of Hydrogen, Helium, and Lithium (the first three elements on the periodic table) were synthesized within the first thee minutes of the universe’s existence. This process is called Big Bang nucleosynthesis. Essentially, all elements heavier than lithium were […]
The main purpose of a UPS is to maintain the transferage of information, and the main purpose of an EPS is to prevent major disasters. In other words, a UPS focuses on saving data while an EPS mainly focuses on saving people. Generally, EPS power is large, and the inverter in the machine is in a standby state.
Currently, the positive electrode materials successfully developed and applied include lithium cobalt oxide (LCO), lithium iron phosphate (LFP), lithium manganate (LiMn2O4), ternary material nickel cobalt manganate (NCM), and nickel cobalt aluminum aluminate (NCA).
The most common forklift batteries are Lead Acid, but a trend to use Lithium iron phosphate replacement battery due to advantages of higher capacity, safety, and more cycles, etc.
Whether you are planning to buy a RC drone as a gift to gift someone or want to buy one to fly in your leisure time, some mini RC drones with hidden camera options that can be used as a spy video camera, others with LED blades that can be flown at night. With so […]
3 min read . Updated: 31 Oct 2016, 01:56 PM IST Naomi Tajitsu, Norihiko Shirouzu Toyota is all set to enter the growing all-electric car market having technology edge of lithium-ion battery that could equip it with more power without significant extra cost. Toyota City, Japan: Engineers at Toyota Motor Corp say they have […]
It has a lot of benefits to solar street lights with lithium batteries. So more and more countries and areas are planning to use solar street lights with a lithium battery. A small solar panel, after absorbing one-day solar energy, produces enough electricity for a 30 Watt LED solar street light to last 2–3 days. […]
Home to some of the most polluted cities on the planet, the South Asian nation is pivoting toward new-energy vehicles to clean up its toxic air. But with meager resources of lithium, the mineral essential to make batteries for electric vehicles, it is having to scour for resources overseas.
There are certain specifications you should use when evaluating your solar battery options, such as how long the solar battery will last or how much power it can provide. Below, learn about all of the criteria that you should use to compare your home energy storage options, as well as the different types of solar batteries.
Batteries became an indispensable part of our daily lives during the 20th Century. But the pace of change has dramatically increased in the 21st Century with the development of new battery types. The resulting battery revolution that is underway is enabling the beginning of a seismic shift in the way we power our transportation systems and heavy equipment, as well as how we power our cities.
The intelligent information age greatly increases electricity demand, which, in return, pressures people into seeking for green power generation due to the severe environmental pollution and energy consumption. Solar PV power generation is expected to alleviate the pressure. With government’s policy support and less cost of power generation, energy storage systems are brought in tens of thousands of households. For the entire household energy storage system, MORNSUN provides a complete power solution to simplify customer’s design and increase system’s reliability.
A standardized battery fits into any compatible compartment – after all, that’s why standards are defined. Depending on the application, however, button cells and cylindrical batteries reach their limits.
SHENZHEN, China, March 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Today, BYD officially announced the launch of the Blade Battery, a development set to mitigate concerns about battery safety in electric vehicles. At an online launch event themed “The Blade Battery – Unsheathed to Safeguard the World”, Wang Chuanfu, BYD Chairman and President, said that the Blade […]
Marine batteries are designed specifically for use on a boat, with heavier plates and robust construction designed to withstand the vibration and pounding that can occur onboard any powerboat.
Battery pole piece spot welder use of ultrasonic metal welding principle, ultrasonic metal welding should be classified as don’t need preheating welding. Oxidation surface is the great friction welding which division, and at the same time two parts are pressed together.
Elon Musk promised Tesla would soon have a million-mile battery, more than double what drivers can expect today. A new paper suggests he wasn’t exaggerating. LAST APRIL, ELON Musk promised that Tesla would soon be able to power its electric cars for more than 1 million miles over the course of their lifespan. At […]
When people wanted something roomier than a station wagon but not as commercial-looking as a van, the auto industry gave us minivans. Then when people wanted something sportier than minivans but not as workmanlike as pickup…
Reports from the Energy Storage Research Program at DOE have found that “every year roughly one-million usable lithium-ion batteries are sent for recycling”. Knowing when to replace a battery is an ongoing concern and date-stamping serves as only a partial and imperfect solution. It is important to understand and acknowledge the fact that batteries […]
Batteries achieve the desired operating voltage by connecting several cells in series; each cell adds its voltage potential to derive at the total terminal voltage. Some packs may consist of a combination of series and parallel connections. Laptop batteries commonly have four 3.6V Li-ion cells in series to achieve a nominal voltage 14.4V and two […]
LiFePO4 chemistry lithium cells have become popular for a range of applications in recent years due to being one of the most robust and long-lasting battery chemistries available. They will last ten years or more if cared for correctly. Please take a moment to read these tips to ensure you get the longest service from […]
Eco-conscious drivers are buying hybrid cars and other fuel-efficient vehicles for their lower emissions. The combination of a smaller gasoline engine for power, an electric motor for fuel economy and the promise of so-called green driving have proven to be successful incentives for consumers looking to save money on fuel and do their part to […]
TOPICS:Battery TechnologyCarbon DioxideGreen TechnologyMITSustainability By DAVID L. CHANDLER, MIT NEWS OFFICE SEPTEMBER 22, 2018 This scanning electron microscope image shows the carbon cathode of a carbon-dioxide-based battery made by MIT researchers, after the battery was discharged. It shows the buildup of carbon compounds on the surface, composed of carbonate material that could be derived from […]
Monash University researchers have developed the world’s most efficient lithium-sulfur battery, capable of powering a smartphone for five continuous days. Prototype cells have been developed in Germany. Further testing in cars and solar grids to take place in Australia in 2020. Researchers have a filed patent on the manufacturing process, and will capture a large […]
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, billions of batteries find their way into landfills every year. These batteries contain toxic substances which can then leech into the earth and water supplies. Fortunately, this negative impact on the environment can be avoided by battery recycling. Did you know that you can recycle lithium batteries? […]
There might be a battery explosion when internal electrical parts short-circuit, when mechanical issues occur after a fall or an accident, or when they is installation error. All of these failures happen when one side of the battery is heated up and cannot lower down the high temperature fast enough, creating a continuous reaction that generates more […]
The hybrid car is not new – Ferdinand Porsche designed the series-hybrid vehicle in 1898. Called the Lohner-Porsche carriage, the hybrid function served as an electrical transmission rather than power boost. With Mr. Porsche in the driver’s seat, the car broke several Austrian speed records, including the Exelberg Rally in 1901. Another example of an […]
Industrial applications have unique power needs and the choice of battery is important. While consumer products demand high energy density to obtain slim and elegant designs, industry focuses on durability and reliability. Industrial batteries are commonly bulkier than those used in consumer products but achieve a longer service life. Batteries are electro-chemical devices that convert […]
The anticipation of a morning bite can make it difficult to sleep at night. As you wait for the sun to peak over the horizon you run over everything in your checklist. All your rods are rigged, and you have every bait from a topwater frog to a Texas rigged senko tied on. Every bit […]
Series Vs. Parallel Connections Explained While researching lithium batteries, you’ve probably seen the terms series and parallel mentioned. We frequently get asked the question, “what’s the difference between series and parallel”, “can Li-ion batteries be connected in series” and similar questions. It can be confusing if you’re new to lithium batteries or batteries in general, but […]
Choosing The Right Batteries For Your Overland Vehicle Posted November 06, 2019 Everything You Need to Know About Choosing the Right Batteries for Your Overland Vehicle If you are interested in overland vehicles, it pays to figure out the best way to power it. By taking the time to find the right battery setup for […]
The Best Golf Cart Batteries: Lithium Vs. Lead Acid Posted November 12, 2019 The golf cart market is evolving as more and more people are taking advantage of their versatile performance. For decades, deep-cycle flooded lead-acid batteries have been the most cost effective means to power electric golf cars. With the rise of lithium batteries […]
Date:APRIL 22, 2019 Source:Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science An artificial boron nitride (BN) film is chemically and mechanically robust against lithium. It electronically isolates lithium aluminum titanium phosphate (LATP) from lithium, but still provides stable ionic pathways when infiltrated by polyethylene oxide (PEO), and thus enables stable cycling. Credit: Qian Cheng/Columbia Engineering The […]
Researchers have discovered a new high performance and safe battery material (LTPS) capable of speeding up charge and discharge to a level never observed so far. Practically, if the first tests are confirmed, this new material could be used in the batteries of the future with better energy storage, faster charge and discharge and higher […]
Anyone who has ever dealt with lithium batteries knows the demanding process for transportation. Lithium cells and batteries are classified as dangerous goods class 9 and thus are on a par with liquid nitrogen. The requirements for safe transport are correspondingly high. Whether by rail, road or air, the eligibility of lithium cell or battery […]
A standardized battery fits into any compatible compartment –after all, that’s why standards are defined. Depending on the application, however, button cells and cylindrical batteries reach their limits. A Smartwatch, for example, has a significantly higher energy consumption than an ordinary wristwatch. A simple button cell is therefore far from sufficient to cover the […]
By and large, lithium batteries bring a wide range of different benefits to the table that are difficult – if not impossible – to replicate in any other way. Also commonly referred to as lithium-metal batteries (due to the fact that they use lithium as an anode), they’re typically capable of offering a very high-charge density (read: […]
Written by Anton Beck Posted on August 16, 2019 at 9:03 AM Within the context of a discussion about batteries, defining the term “state of charge” is simple. It’s a term that essentially refers to how “full” your battery is, at least in terms of its remaining energy. Compared to how much energy a battery can store […]
What Maintenance Do Electric Vehicles Need? What maintenance?! One of the main benefits of owning an electric vehicle, besides caring for the environment by not using gasoline and emitting fumes into the atmosphere, is the fact that it requires less of your time and money to make sure it runs smoothly. The initial […]
Types of Battery Used in Solar Lights and Advantage Solar lights can use different kind of battery types. Below we shall explain you different kinds of rechargeable battery which one can use in solar lights. Lead–acid battery and SMF. lithium ion battery or Li-ion. lithium ion battery phosphate or LiFePO4. LEAD-ACID BATTERY AND SMF: […]
One thing is for sure: lithium battery technology is currently leading the way in the field of mobile power supply. Just look in your pocket: There is no smartphone that is not powered by a lithium polymer battery. Since the Swedish mobile phone provider Ericsson launched the first mobile phone with a lithium polymer battery […]
PROPERLY MAINTAIN AND EXTEND THE LIFE OF YOUR RV BATTERIES BY UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS OF YOUR RV BATTERIES AND HOW THEY WORK. To properly maintain and extend the life of your RV batteries you need to have a basic understanding of what a battery is and how it works. Batteries used in RVs are lead […]
How lipo battery’s performance affected by temperature? I think everyone here must have the similar experience with me, your smartphone will consume very fast, your phone will dead for only half a day. In fact, the lithium-ion polymer batteries are the vast majority used of smartphones, and a variety of factors will affect the performance of the lipo […]
Top Benefits of Solar Battery Storage for Your Home If you have solar panels or are looking to install solar panels, you want to get the most out of your energy system. Installing solar battery storage for excess electricity generated by your panels is one great way to improve your electricity generation system’s performance throughout […]
There’s lots of press about how to conserve battery power, but not much about how to take care of your batteries. Here are a few things you can do to increase battery longevity. In today’s mobile world, battery life is precious. If you don’t believe me, go to an airport and watch the road warriors. […]
Solar batteries are an offshoot of the solar panel industry. With the increase in demand for solar panels for a solar energy system, new technology was born… solar batteries. These batteries are used to store excess power generated by solar panels. But, how do solar batteries work? Before going into the workings of a solar battery, […]
We often get puzzled by announcements of new batteries that are said to offer very high energy densities, deliver 1000 charge/discharge cycle and are paper-thin. Are they real?
Today, we’re going to talk about the differences between these battery types. While we may not be able to settle the score once and for all on which is better. we hope to give you the information you need to make the best possible choice!
All RELiON lithium iron phosphate batteries include an internal or external BMS to protect, control, and monitor the battery to ensure safety and maximum lifetime over the full range of operating conditions.
Solar batteries are the best when together. Whether you want to go greener, maintain your solar energy value, or set up the most reliable backup power, solar batteries are the ripest bet for you.
