Summary of Contents for Victron Multiplus 48/800/9
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The REVOV R100 and B100 unit includes a Battery Management System (BMS) with each battery module. This interfaces with the Victron GX device via the CAN-bus system and can support multiple battery modules connected in parallel. Our 10.2 and 11.2kWh units have an external CAN BMS option which also supports parallel function and communications with Victron Can products.
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For proper operation, the system needs to be able to control the charge current either through REVOV battery parameters or through DVCC control within the system. Therefor it is recommended to use Victron 48V compatible MPPTs models with VE. Direct port or VE. Can for charging.
BATTERY LABEL PURPOSE CAN communication port Inter battery communication port Inter battery communication port The CAN ( 1. ) port will only be utilised from the master battery to the GX device. Battery inter communication is to be used in conjunction with the below assignment table, connection procedure starting at master port ( 2.
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The batteries will require dip switch number assignment from maser through to last slave unit. BATTERY DIP SWITCH ASSIGNMENT MASTER 1000 SLAVE 1 0100 SLAVE 2 1100 SLAVE 3 0010 SLAVE 4 1010 SLAVE 5 0110 SLAVE 6 1110 SLAVE 7 0001 SLAVE 8 1001...
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Charge Current, Target Battery Voltage, etc) are automatically configured by the REVOV BMS, and communicated to the rest of the Victron components in the system via DVCC. While the ability is there for these values to be transferred with connection, it should ALWAYS be done in the Ve.
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VE. Configure Parameter Value System Frequency 50 Hz Shore Limit (AC1) 50A (Depending on supply MCB) Shore Limit (AC2) 16A (Depending on 2nd source) Enable battery monitor Selected State of charge when Bulk finished 90% (Depending on installation) Battery capacity 100Ah (Depending on installation) Charge efficiency 0.97% (Depending on installation)
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Ve. Configure Parameter Value Country/Grid code standard South Africa – NRS 097-2-1-2017 Selecting a Country/Grid code is essential for the safe operation of the system as a whole, it is strongly advised that the South African standard be used for all local installations. 4.3 Inverter Settings Tab VE.
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Note: The pre-alarm setting is dependent on your preference and on-site specific requirements. You may wish for this to be activated earlier in an off-grid situation to allow time to start a backup generator. Note: It is advised to disable the Power Assist feature, should this feature be required for an installation please do so in consultation with the site installer.
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VE. Configure Parameter Setting Battery type Lithium Charge curve Fixed Absorption voltage Float voltage 54.5 V Charge current Repeat Absorption time 1 Hr Repeat Absorption interval 7 Days Absorption time 1 Hr Note: make sure to double check the Float voltage after completing Assistants, and if necessary, set it back to 54.5 V.
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This feature is not commonly used in conjunction with Assistants and is therefore not utilised in this explanation. For mor information around the Virtual Switch functions and the configurability of these functions in the Victron literature. 4.6 Assistant Tab Ve. Configure Parameter...
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Ve. Configure Parameter Value Battery system System uses LiFePo4 with other type BMS Select “System uses LifePo4 with other type BMS...
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Ve. Configure Parameter Value Battery capacity...
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Ve. Configure Parameter Value VEConfigure battery type selection Do not change battery type Under VEConfigure battery type select – select “Do not change battery type”...
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Ve. Configure Parameter Value Sustain voltage 50V (may be tailored to installation) Sustain voltage may be left as default 50V or tailored depending on installation...
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Ve. Configure Parameter Value Dynamic cut-off 47V for all C values All C ratings are set to 47V in the setting list. This ensures the system does not disengage too early should a load be switched on while the system is below 30 – 40% SOC...
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Ve. Configure Parameter Value Restart offset 1.2V The default setting of 1.2V is sufficient for Restart Offset value. This may to be altered depending on installation requirements.
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PV Inverters For this example, there are no PV inverters utilised in the setup. Should there be a requirement for this feature, please refer to Victron documentation and PV inverter documentation for the configuring of this feature. ESS System Settings If you are using the battery as part of a grid connected ESS system, please review the ESS QuickStart guide and Design and Installation Manual.
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Hardware Protection Points In normal operation, the charge parameter limits are relayed by the REVOV battery and communicated through the system by the GX device to the inverter/charger and MPPT. • Low Voltage: When the battery discharges to 48V or less, battery protection will turn on. •...
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Next, go to Settings, DVCC, and configure as follows: Venus Settings → System Setup Parameter Value DVCC Shared Voltage Sense Shared Temperature Sense Shared Current Sense For more information about the behaviour of DVCC, please see the GX device manual. Note: The “Limit managed battery charge voltage”...
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In normal operation the MPPT charge characteristics are first programmed in the MPPT either via Bluetooth or a Victron dongle depending on model. It can then be governed by the GX device via DVCC, with instructions from the connected REVOV battery.
If its not visible, check: • GX device firmware version (update to latest version, v2.15 or later) • CAN-bus communication cabling between REVOV and Victron system. Make sure that it is in the right way around. • REVOV system is up and running (LEDs are on)
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REVOV’s BMS will restrict the Charge Current Limit of the battery in cold weather. The precise temperatures and limits are not published by REVOV, but anecdotally from reports on Victron Community it would appear that batteries begin to be limited below 18 degree C, severely limited below 10 degrees C, and completely restricted from charging below 2 degrees C.
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The battery won’t charge to 100% Also see the question above. The state of charge of the battery is estimated based on the overall voltage and on how well balanced the internal cells are. Because we cap the battery voltage at 52.4V, the state of charge will sometimes rise very slowly once it reaches the mid- 90s.
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