INTRODUCTION The AES RACKMOUNT Battery Module Combiner is designed for use with AES RACKMOUNT Battery Modules to connect in parallel up to six AES RACKMOUNT Battery Modules. The AES RACKMOUNT Battery Module Combiner comes equipped with six sets of cables for connection with AES RACKMOUNT Battery Modules.
NOTE Ad hoc information concerning important procedures and features unrelated to personal injury or equipment damage. 1.3 Warnings and General Safety Do not dispose of the product in a fire or the garbage. This product is made of recyclable materials and should be recycled. WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARD Do not lay tools or other metal parts across battery terminals or internal components.
• Only use the Battery Module Combiner with AES RACKMOUNT Battery Modules or with batteries that Discover Energy Systems specifies as compatible. • Do not lift or carry while in operation. • Take precautions when handling electrical cables.
3. SPECIFICATIONS 3.1 Electrical Specifications The AES RACKMOUNT Battery Module Combiner is designed for use with AES RACKMOUNT Battery Modules. Table 3-1. AES RACKMOUNT Battery Module Combiner Electrical Specifications AES RACKMOUNT Battery Module Combiner Electrical Specifications 950-0049 DC Battery Voltage Max 60 V DC Battery Current Max 600 A...
3.2.1 Dimensions Front 465.9 mm (18.34 in) 72.5 mm (2.85 in) 89 mm 440 mm (17.32 in) (3.5 in) (2U) 482.6 mm (19 in) 497.3 mm (19.58 in) Side 459.3 mm (18.08 in) 497.3 mm (19.58 in) 432 mm (17 in) 482.6 mm (19 in) Back 390 mm (13.8 in)
5. FEATURES Figure 2. Battery Module Combiner (front, back) Item Description Battery Module DC Breaker 2 x 250 A (Breakers are ganged together) Equipment Ground Point At-a-glance LED Remote Power Off Key LYNK Port x 2 Handles x 2 Mounting Points x 4 Small Knockouts: 2 x 1.0 inch (25.4 mm) (Optional use) Medium Knockouts: 8 x 1.5 inch (38.1 mm) (Battery Module Cables) Large Knockouts: 2 x 2.0 inch (50.8 mm) (Power Electronic Cables)
IP codes guide suitability for use under different environmental conditions. IP ratings do not indicate fitness for purpose or confer a performance guarantee. 6.2 LYNK Network Communication The Battery Module Combiner has two LYNK Ports. One is used to network with the Battery Modules and enables the ON/OFF switching of multiple Battery Modules with a touch of the Remote Power Off key.
6.2.1 LYNK Port RJ45 Pin Assignment Pin Number Function 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Reserved. Do not use. Reserved. Do not use. Reserved. Do not use. CAN Low CAN High Reserved. Do not use. CAN Ground CAN Ground Do not populate.
NOTICE The Remote Power Off Key does not disconnect the Battery Modules from the Power Conversion system. Use the DC Breaker installed in the Battery Module Combiner to disconnect the Battery Modules from the Power Conversion system. 6.4 At-a-glance LED Status WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK AND FIRE HAZARD •...
7.2 Terminal Connections CAUTION ELECTRICAL AND FIRE HAZARD Failure to torque up to specification may increase resistance and lower voltage, leading to burnout of the terminals. Torquing up over the specification may damage the equipment. Failure to follow these instructions may result in injury or equipment damage. All cable lugs must be in direct contact with the busbar terminal deck and secured to the correct terminal point using the specified torque.
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Figure 6. Battery Module Combiner with the top removed Item Description Negative Busbar 10 Connection Points: 6 Battery Module M6 (Fuse - Populated), 2 DC Loads M6 (Fuse - Unpopulated), 2 Power Conversion equipment 7/16 inch (Fuse - Unpopulated) Isolated Fuse Mounting Plate with 8 Connection Points: 6 Battery Module M6 (Fuse - Populated), 2 DC Loads M6 (Fuse - Unpopulated) Positive Busbar with DC Breaker and 8 Connection Points: 6 Battery Module M6 (Fuse - Populated), 2 DC Loads M6 (Fuse - Unpopulated)
5. Unscrew the bolt from the 3 AWG (26.5 mm ) Battery Module cable connected to the terminal with the fuse, and remove the positive cable. 6. Return the M6 bolts to their positions using the following torque: 8 to 10 Nm (5.9 to 7 .4 ft-lb).
Item Description Negative cable line to Power Conversion equipment (inverter-charger / MPPT controller) (Power Conversion cables are not included with Battery Module Combiner) Positive cable line to Power Conversion equipment (inverter-charger / MPPT controller) (Power Conversion cables are not included with Battery Module Combiner) Negative cables to Battery Modules Negative cable M6 terminals and negative busbar...
Figure 8. Six batteries with Battery Module Combiner NOTICE • Do not install the Battery Module Combiner with the faceplate down. • Support and secure the Battery Module Combiner using heat-resistant non- flammable materials. • The Battery Module Combiner is rated IP20 for indoor installations. NOTE 1U of rack space equals 44.45 mm (1.75 inch).
8.2 Spacing When installed in a standard nineteen-inch four-post metal rack, provide 1U (44.45 mm, 1.75 inch) spacing on all sides of the Battery Module Combiner to allow for airflow and heat dissipation. Alternatively, if the Battery Module Combiner is installed on a shelf, maintain at least 1U of clearance space above and on both sides of the Battery Module Combiner as well as under the shelf to allow for airflow and heat dissipation.
9. CONNECTING THE BATTERY MODULE COMBINER The instructions below describe how to connect the Battery Module Combiner once mounted. 9.1 Grounding the Battery Module Combiner Ground the Battery Module Combiner and all Battery Modules to the rack chassis and ground the chassis to earth. Figure 12.
Figure 13. Connect Amphenol SurLok Plus connectors to the Battery Module 1. Attach all the red, positive (+) cables from the Battery Module Combiner to the red, positive (+) terminals on the Battery Modules using the red Amphenol SurLok Plus connectors. •...
9.4 Networking the Battery Modules to the Battery Combiner Module Using a CAT6 cable, connect the last Battery Module in the Battery Modules network with the Battery Module Combiner using one of the LYNK Ports on the faceplate. Figure 14. Networking the Battery Modules with the Battery Combiner Module 10.
12. REPLACING A FUSE CAUTION ELECTRIC SHOCK • Do not touch the energized surfaces of any electrical component in the battery system. • Before servicing the Battery Module Combiner, follow all procedures to fully de- energize the battery system and use safe handling procedures when handling the battery.
AES RACKMOUNT Battery Module 48-48-5120 900-0062 AES RACKMOUNT Battery Module - Heated 48-48-5120-H 900-0067 LYNK II Communication Gateway 950-0025 AES RACKMOUNT Quick Stack Rack 950-0050 AES RACKMOUNT Battery Terminal Connector Set 950-0054 14. RELATED INFORMATION Find information about Discover Energy Systems at discoverlithium.com.
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