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@MrJordinhand4 жыл бұрын
DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse, most automotive devices are designed for up to 16V. Working in automotive testing during my college career we frequently tested production automotive parts to 16V. So long as you are using these cells with decent quality equipment, it should operate very well.
@michaelmcclellan9164 жыл бұрын
using a victron 12v inverter the high voltage alarm doesn't kick in till 17v
@cantseeusprius90694 жыл бұрын
@@michaelmcclellan916 ^ crucial info for people building a 6s LTO system for vanlife.
@marka75194 жыл бұрын
How about using these to build a "climate controlled" system for a LiFePO4 battery bank. You could have a temperature cut-off so that if temps drop too low, your panels charge the LTO batteries that run a heating pad to get the LiFePO4 pack back up to a safe temp to continue charging.
@HellTriX4 жыл бұрын
Didn't know Lithium Titanate existed until this video. Learned something new, my day is complete.
@UnprotectedTechs4 жыл бұрын
I have learned so much from your videos in no small part because of how well you edit out pauses and dead air. Thank you for post-producing your content so well and keeping the information density so amazingly high. My ADHD and thirst for knowledge thanks you. I don't know if anyone out there knows more than you, but they can't speak like you. Thank you.
@MrSkyDivine4 жыл бұрын
Dude, I love your channel. I first came to your channel for some simple advice, now I find myself just watching your channel. This has been my favorite content so far. You guys answered so many questions I had about battle born batteries.
@FKYT Жыл бұрын
Ya he doesn't have the clickbait or wasted time on stuff that doesn't pertain to the topic. It's just the information, I wish more KZbinrs made content like this.
@uhadonejob4 жыл бұрын
I think price is a big factor in the value of the BatteryHookup LTOs. At $125 for 10 cells (sold out) seems like a good deal when the AliExpress batteries were $486 for 6! Thanks for the great info. The application I am considering is powering some LED lighting in a small greenhouse at night in the winter in Canada. The inefficiency isn't a completely bad thing because it just pours some extra heat into the greenhouse. The batteries can still charge and discharge at low temperatures is a big plus. I can even build the lights to run directly off of DC to the voltage of the battery. One of my favourite channels.
@martinberard86494 жыл бұрын
Seams a perfect fit for powering my wireless backhaul radio antenna up here in Canada. Thank you for making such inspiring videos.
@TMS51004 жыл бұрын
yep these are perfect batteries for remote locations. they can take incredible abuse and keep running.
@joeh37674 жыл бұрын
At about 7 minutes in when you knocked over the one cell it came close to shorting out on the other battery buss bar. Be careful please so we can see more video’s from you!
@quinnfoster46714 жыл бұрын
I've been wanting you to recommend people check out battery hookup. I'm glad you are already all over it.
@jmac4304 жыл бұрын
@DIY solar power with Will Prowse An effective and cheap alternative to an expensive LTO BMS is by using supercapacitor charging and balancing modules... you can get the 6s ones for less than $20 and they actively balance all 6 cells throughout, each to 2.7 volts max (I believe that's the voltage, but either way, I know the voltage is identical to that of LTO) and the nice thing is that bc supercaps can throw around an immense amount of current, these charging modules can easily handle the high current capabilities of LTO... worth looking into and it's nice that it's already a perfect 6s like you were discussing. Great content btw, keep it coming! Cheers - Jesse
@stevegorkowski32464 жыл бұрын
All you really need is active balance. The cells can discharge to 0 vdc and most electronic devices shutoff long before that.
@stevegorkowski32464 жыл бұрын
@@marsBeBelinda LTO can go to zero voltage with no damage. The cell can go to zero if you want many times. In real life the device shuts down first. LTO cells can go over voltaged for hours at a time and still work but if you get them too hot they can get puffy. When they cool down they normally have higher amp/hr ratings. They just don't care. If you get them too hot and the seals around the tabs release you can damage the cell but short of that they just don't fail under reasonable use.
@ted60902 жыл бұрын
Any link to a good active balancer for the yinlong?
@gunadigm18844 жыл бұрын
Like your video because it is the most easy to listen and understand. Also the volume so loud and clear.
@magua734 жыл бұрын
This video went a bit over my head, but that's OK, I will have to replay it a few times. Your videos are much appreciated.
@007080464 жыл бұрын
So Will , it looks like you've adapted to living in a house . A little comfort doesn't hurt. Good for you !
@obadiahscave4 жыл бұрын
Battery production technology is improving every year. It's good...😎👍
@ARepublicIfYouCanKeepIt4 жыл бұрын
Two words: Buck converter I typically build 24V packs and including buck converters provides a flat 12 volts throughout the discharge, which is great for DC loads. A buck converter would also be perfect for connecting the Toshiba pack to a *12V* inverter.
@franklinbrown73894 жыл бұрын
Ok. This was really good. I think you hit all the important points. Good work.
@jimthvac1004 жыл бұрын
I found a few BMS's online that are very similar to the programmable one you demonstrated earlier that will work with LTO chemistry they also used a bluetooth connection for use with a phone so you can use an app. One was 108V for 100 amp and came with a display.
@daan32983 жыл бұрын
I built a 24v 120Ah pack (3 parallel 11 series) and have been using them in my van for over 8 months now. The pack works to specification and I'm perfectly happy with it. The pack can be mounted under the chassis as they can be charged below freezing and it saves on space on the inside of the van. I do not care they are heavier than LiFePO4, they are still lighter than lead acid. I do care that they are safe and will probably outlast my van and me.
@alexnuevohorizonte77374 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all your input, you are one of the best and regards in the city of Chicago.
@ianthompson35204 жыл бұрын
You’re crazy but that’s exactly why I watch you I do love the appliance of science
@patrickmckowen29994 жыл бұрын
Great vid I'm thinking the 40ah yinlong would be great for an electric paramotor trike , max draw can be 300 amps, but the good part is the fast recharge and multiple recharges a day Cheers
@DIPSHITONASTICK4 жыл бұрын
will thanks for bringing up the vehicle underhood FLA replacement applications in all weather.. i've been wondering for years about this. how cool would that be.. a true lifetime car starter battery / house battery solution.
@romaintrevisiol91594 жыл бұрын
I think they can be very good for my non heated garage project in the mountains of Colorado to power lights and a couple of appliances all year around without worrying about it. There's so much sun that efficiency is not really a problem. But yeah you're right the application scope for solar is very narrow.
@SuperVstech4 жыл бұрын
Looks nice for RV or trailer use in cold weather.
@jamest.50014 жыл бұрын
Great video, can't wait to see what's next!
@rashmiranjannayak32513 жыл бұрын
Nice presentation to LTO.
@AndrewStorlie4 жыл бұрын
We've been using yinlongs in car audio for awhile now. I use the 55ah cells in my build
@BrewskyAZ4 жыл бұрын
was waiting for this video...
@noobulon4334 Жыл бұрын
The little prismatic pack looks like a cool starter battery replacement, ill have to do some math for that one
@SteveWrightNZ4 жыл бұрын
Much better voice control in this video, Will. It's much nicer to listen to.
@simonmanners41084 жыл бұрын
Brilliant information. Fantastic content.
@chrisi19204 жыл бұрын
How about a mini LTO backup for supplying a heat source for more sensitive Lipo main supply, seems like you can have an all weather system by combining the two battery types.
@halasimov13623 жыл бұрын
Great apocalypse pack for basic needs! Pumps and stuff
@KS-wr8ub4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for yet another great video Will! What about running a 11s configuraton? That would give you that 1/2 cell that you'd need and hopefully get a good voltage for running 24V.
@controlyourfuture54774 жыл бұрын
You would have to take cells from the other pack and add it to the 24 pack you're trying to build. This would be nice way to go.
@jarlnieminen43074 жыл бұрын
I like the look of the 55ah cylindrical cells that are like yours but much longer.
@Tezza664 жыл бұрын
be good to see a 24v system with these.
@TheKlickitat4 жыл бұрын
You are a great teacher and I am learning a lot from your channel. Can we please get a comprehensive explanation of C rating and discharge. Thanks.
@gossumx4 жыл бұрын
For an RV air conditioner, would it be worth it to have a split battery bank with Lithium Titanate/Lithium Ion? That way, you could use the L-Titanate as the primary battery to run the AC and other appliances that will be discharging heavy loads, with the ability to recharge really quickly via the alternator or generator? Then build the rest of your bank with L-ion so that you can at least have a larger battery bank for those times that you run out of power from your expensive L-Titanate, or cant run an engine?
@steffen707-4 жыл бұрын
What if you have a mini 20AH titanate battery pack that is only used to pre-warm your much larger 100-200AH lifepo4 battery?
@upnorthandpersonal4 жыл бұрын
You know, I did think about using LTO for my solar off-grid building here in Finland precisely because I might not have been able to guarantee the cells were above freezing at all times. Prices do seem to come down as well, as ev-power has cylindrical 40AH cells at $63. I will probably have a set to serve as backup, and maybe emergency heating for the LiFePO4 cells or run other stuff in the tech building when the sun is out, I'm not around, and it's -20C etc.
@Alienking014 жыл бұрын
I have seen the cells on ev-power as well. Sounds good, give It a try. A LTO car starter battery sounds interesting as well.
@dtvking4 жыл бұрын
Nice video Will. I would definitely use a Bluetooth programmable BMS. You can set all the cut-off voltages and amperages including the balancing cut-in voltage, cut-off temperatures etc. I'm using a 320Amp version that cost under 100 UK Pounds
@christianbuchner86754 жыл бұрын
More info about this BMS please.
@dtvking4 жыл бұрын
@@christianbuchner8675 if you search for this on Ali Express you will find it. Thanks Smart 7S ~ 20S ANT Lifepo4 li-ion Lipo LTO Battery Protection Board BMS 400A 300A 100A 80A Bluetooth APP 10S 13S 14S 16S Balance
@ElectronicMarine4 жыл бұрын
the application where you can use them are mostly in energy recovery systems for ev, and all those applications where fas charging and recharging are neded, mostly in traction applicaions, those small packs are probably from forklifts and/or golfcarts... hitachi use them in forklifts...
@nickaltvater55924 жыл бұрын
Any suggestions as to the type and amount of batteries needed to power a mini split ac system that pulls 1000 watts per hour for 12 hours? Maybe in conjunction with minimal solar panels? I'm trying to not idle my semi truck on hot days. Idling kills the diesel particle filter. Batteries will need to be charged with the trucks 12. lot alternator or through the inverter.
@JonOffgrid3 жыл бұрын
the new cotek SP 2000 inverters are grate for them batteri I have one testing one out it i like it so far
@omotolaoyeniyi6313 жыл бұрын
A 12v interter will definitely work with 15v to 16v DC comfortably no need to bleed, good job
@czthor14 жыл бұрын
Will P. We can use the Lithium titanate batterys to run the heater pads for our LifePO4 in colder areas before charging them?
@dwilson63344 жыл бұрын
I definitely want to see you test titanate with a Prius. From my research online the max amp load is around 30amps. I'm looking for a solution for my 2007 Prius. My lead acid battery replacement only lasted 2 years
@aspudkicker3 жыл бұрын
Im very interested in your suggestion of testing lto on your prius, its a similar thought I've had for my van. Im looking for a chemistry I can take from van to van. 30 to 54 years will see me fail before the battery, I note your mention of calendar aging etc but if it lasts only 25 years it will likely out live the average age my family lives to, and mean there will be exciting new chemistrys to replace it before I die. I'm looking at the savings and safety factors involed, my situation requires a lot of driving, the extra drag of solar panels means using my alternator if set up correctly will use less fuel and be more financially beneficial to me for my power consumption, reducing the starter battery weight and temperture benefits might also improve my vans efficancy.
@ariangorman23254 жыл бұрын
I love the thought of LTO, any chance of hypotheticals or setups in the future?
@irajtaghizadeh59134 жыл бұрын
Hi, I really like your channel, because of you I move to RV and I love it, just Have a request could you open one of the Renogy lithium iron battery and check what is inside? Thanks
@jamest.50014 жыл бұрын
If schematics are available for the BMS, it may be possible to change a resistor to lower the balance voltage!
@clivestamp18914 жыл бұрын
Will as always an interesting video thanks for the ongoing education. Personally I am new to solar so this is all great stuff that you are looking at and testing. I hear you often say that products are not useful for solar ie high discharge rates but surly it depends on what you are using your solar for? As a sail boat owner who is looking to remove propane from my boat and switch to lithium batteries for the house usage I am still left with what batteries to use to start the Diesel engine and generator and drive the heavy draw Bow thruster all heavy draw short period needs. Would be great to have a mixed solution but moving away from the big heavy short life cycle lead options. The LTO s look like a potential answer??? Be nice if you could cover Usage types home RV boat etc. :-)
@jamest51494 жыл бұрын
Looks like these would be ideal for a power pack to do high load use like a site compressor and MIG welder?
@corresandberg4 жыл бұрын
I just used 16V Supercaps on a poor 5V led light - My kitchen has a strange smell of burnt plastic. I will throw 5V supercap to test that poor light anyhow. Awesome video - we who lives in the artic or north of it appreciate tests that is similar to a normal life.
@jamest.50014 жыл бұрын
The reason I'd like LTO, is to power my house, I wouldn't need to worry with the batteries for about 25- 30 years +/-, maybe longer then maybe just add a few cells to gain some capacity, but the cost I haven't bought in on the lto at all, I live off a 5kw inverter, 1500 in pv, and a generator, occasionally, with a 24v main system, and a 12v lighting system, with LiFePo bank, so I have lights at least if something goes down, and a fla 24v and a 7s liion bank. It's hard to afford batteries,
@kenkoh17244 жыл бұрын
Good video, don't understand a lot what you're saying but good job.
@lemonandlime994 жыл бұрын
The ant bms would control these nicely it says lto on the sticker and is programmable to your specs
@fisherus3 жыл бұрын
Just for anyone's information, DALY will make a common port BMS with 24 S@ 57.5V 60AMP in 50AMP out or 40AMP in and out for around $30ea. for LTO SCiB 64.8V batteries. The best power production is a 60V Nominal and 48V Minimal. I am using a Sol-Ark 12K on my off-grid farm using this battery bank system. You can also split the two sets of 12 cells for a 24V Solar system if you don't have a 48V system.
@Jack2of34 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the MPP LV follow-up
@WillProwse4 жыл бұрын
Ok, will do. Thanks for suggestion
@mondomarshall72874 жыл бұрын
I think a UPS for electronics will be a good fit. Like an APC battery back up etc.
@billjacobs80354 жыл бұрын
Has the makings of an impromptu dc stick welder
@randal14704 жыл бұрын
Have you worked with SiO2 batteries at all Will? They are exceptionally good batteries for cold weather use and very cost friendly.
@Adventures_EC4 жыл бұрын
you can maybe use a combination between parallel andd series?! until gettin the 12 you need? but it will be too expensive
@CryptoNut824 жыл бұрын
Great video as always! You should get a thermal cam to look at battery hotspots
@electairexports52363 жыл бұрын
The high discharge rate could be good where there is a load with high starting load like pump or refrigerator Roger Caplin
@melodysouljahrootsdubpress55394 жыл бұрын
With prismatic cells, I wonder if a heat sink arrangement where a sheet of aluminium or copper wider than the cells sandwiched between each cell would help dissipate heat. I have nmc prismatic and thought about this, although my discharge rate is nowhere near enough to generate heat. Other fins could be attached and have a forced air cooling system. I'd love to use these for off road racing kart/buggies!!!!
@ddkuo4 жыл бұрын
We have built at least 300 of these Toshiba LTO cells for cars. All lasted longer than 3 years. We built it to a size of 40 Ah maybe 60 in some larger batteries. Of course you’ll have to improve the connections. Your startup will be faster, and better sounding stereo. Also 5S is enough. 6S makes the cells operate in a lower V interval, which makes it weaker.
@deankoch73054 жыл бұрын
Great video.
@chrislewis93454 жыл бұрын
I hope you can do reviews on mpp solar equipment...really interest in the lv5048 inverter/charger.any info would be great!
@bucknaykid58214 жыл бұрын
Hey Will I am looking at putting a 24v system in a cargo trailer conversion. What do you think of using one of those mpp all in ones with a tesla battery?
@ronclifford93713 жыл бұрын
Hey Will, is there a solar charger that can switch back and forth between solar panel charging and wind turbine charging on the same bank of batteries -and if so do the battery types matter?
@Dman-gk7ym4 жыл бұрын
These would be good to build stand alone yard lights with a 100 watt solar panel. Those round cells would fit inside a pic pipe. Works in just about any weather!
@McTroyd4 жыл бұрын
I have (sail) boat building aspirations. These would be perfect if I could protect them from salt water. I could power a high-wattage electric drive to get in and out of the harbor, and/or power the lights for a great length of time. The high cycle count and low temperature handling is a bonus to that application as well.
@andrewfidel22204 жыл бұрын
Check out Sailing Uma, they're using a lithium setup in exactly the fashion you're describing, they've even gone several miles up river from a port with their system.
@McTroyd4 жыл бұрын
@@andrewfidel2220 Will do! Thanks for the suggestion.
@mvansumeren43134 жыл бұрын
@ Will Prowse I see your SCIBs obliterated the pink packaging peanuts too. I've had a miserable time finding a 20S LTO balancer or BMS for a 48V application. I'm not ruling out building something from scratch, but would prefer something ready made. Any suggestions?
@indycharlie4 жыл бұрын
Again a good one !!
@dr.projectx51424 жыл бұрын
In a razor go kart would be great 24v 30amp for 720w. The little cells would be good for just that. Even at 12v it just might pull 70amo at 15v. That would be fun to try. Got a free razor go kart loaded a laptop batteries in 6s and I was able to go 8mph on the razor go kart at 230 lb lol. So yeah those cells would be good to test out on that. Wouldn't mind the high charge sin the motor control has a good voltage expansion on the input and the motor is 24v.
@movax20h4 жыл бұрын
The claimed 80-90% round trip efficiency might be bad, but it is probably measured at very high charge and discharge current. Probably 5C or 10C. They do have high discharge rates, so the internal resistance should be relatively low, even if they heat up a little bit at 10C. That suggest to me that they should have a really good or better efficiency at lower current. Try 1C or 0.5C. But to test it you really need different charging and discharging. Because at your current setting you don't really utilize full capacity of this batteries. Similarly calendar aging probably occurs more at high voltages, and higher temperatures, so if you use them more gently, and because of inherent lower voltage in LTO, I think they can actually age better than LiFePO4. Again something to test for.
@WillProwse4 жыл бұрын
Good points
@stevegorkowski32464 жыл бұрын
I charged at a little over 1c and discharged at 2c and power out vs power in was almost the same. This was well within instrumentation error. The only detectable decrease in capacity was discharge testing at 70 degrees F vs 32 degrees F. The efficiency didn't change for me. Remember it was just a sample size of one for this test. I didn't need to do anymore tests because they perform good for my needs. LTO Batteries at high temperatures may degrade some but the amp hour rating increases! Even when they cool.
@sebastianlehmann36983 жыл бұрын
Please test this option of 1C because I have seen videos of 99% efficiency for LTO (measured and proven).
@mikemmcmeans4 жыл бұрын
any inverters with a wider input voltage range? i have lots of 3s 4s 5s 6s 10s packs laying around
@MrTespro3 жыл бұрын
You mention here that it might be possible to build an LTO pack that could be used as a vehicle starting battery and that you even have a Prius where you could test it out. The Prius uses a DC to DC charger for its 12V battery so would that work to charge the LTO pack as well? I'm VERY INTERESTED in what's possible to use in my own Prius!
@jimthvac1004 жыл бұрын
I bought three of the used 8 cell LTO modules I figure I can put them all in series for a 24 Cell 48 Volt 1kw battery pack, I found a BMS that will work with 24 cells and also an active cell balancer that will work with these too. Every cell was tested at 2.21V. I was thinking of buying three more but looks like they are all sold out.
@dcmike19674 жыл бұрын
if you use the victron inverters they can handle up to 17 volts so you can fully charge these battery's at the 2.8 volts max charge
@danthemanxf4 жыл бұрын
Hey Will, is there an ideal voltage that this chemistry would work at perfectly with an odd amount of cells? 22/23 cells for 48v? Maybe I misunderstood, ignorant still of most of this subject, one of the main issues with this chemistry is the awkward voltage profile right? Is that toshiba pack the optimal layout? Great video
@007080464 жыл бұрын
The small aluminum pack would be great for a fatbike ebike application being used for winter riding . Maybe one could even use the heat created for hand warmer ,heated handle bar or something along that line. What was its weight ? Most ebikes require 24v ,36v or 48v but they sell waterproof transformers that convert 12v to 24v and 24v to 36v at reasonable efficiency. They would reduce number of batteries and weight. Maybe you should get into this too . Another side of this grand plan. I'm sure that you would make a difference. You and Elon , making this world better without robbing people.
@mikemasc57744 жыл бұрын
The chart shows LTO at 80 wh per kg, but i'm seeing 93 wh per kg on the toshiba scib's. I have 5 20ah's in the 24v 10s pack. It looks like I see some in the back ground of the video on the bench. I'm building them with 80Amp 10S Daly's for my trolling motor. While they may be a tad heavy, they are built out at 45 cents on a dollar compared to Battle Born, and a heck of a lot lighter than pb. 100ah for just under $900.
@LuisMartinez-dt3id3 жыл бұрын
Hi so what is the best battery for solar power in a house please let me know the best option . You got the experience I don’t I will really appreciate thanks
@SuperVstech4 жыл бұрын
That Toshiba bank appears to have the same size prismatic as you tested first.
@tannermeaden26974 жыл бұрын
Hey will can u please do more testing on lto cells. I live in canada and we do deal with alot of cold weather. I would like to know if you can jump start a car in cold weather. Would that bms be enough to push the amps needed to start a car. I could see these cells being perfect for guys ice fishing. Cheers!!!!
@brianlacey54914 жыл бұрын
Found you recently. I've been watching and trying to absorb as much as I can. How long did it take to recharge that prismatic pack.. and what amps and Volts
@VLBrander4 жыл бұрын
Hey Will.. This was some great info.. I bought some lto pouch cells off ebay.. 3 p 6s battery I made but it frickin heavy. We are traveling through LV this weekend.. Would love to capacity test it.
@VLBrander4 жыл бұрын
NO clue if the bms I bought off Ali is working
@TOMAS-lh4er4 жыл бұрын
YEH!! were going to open something up !!!
@nikolamadjarov22264 жыл бұрын
I really wonder, how did you get those numbers for LTO efficiencies of 80-90%. Then, if that is true, how one can charge/discharge them with 5C/10C with so moderate temperature rise. By the way using '8' and '9' will assemble quite a typical figure of the LTO efficiencies - it is about 98%. Because of that high figure, the charge / discharge efficiencies must be measured with more precision instruments and set-ups. Otherwise, once I've come across to someone who registered 100.3% round trip efficiency - one funny result among his multiple charge /discharge cycles measurements. By the way, could somebody refer to a commercially available battery chemistry being more efficient than LTO? To me LTO is a dream battery technology from electrical perspective, but some other downsides as you pointed out like energy density- gravimetric and volumetric (weight, space), price etc. would limit their use. Of course, please consider that as a small remark in your video. YOU ARE SUCH A GOOD PRESENTER AND YOUR VIDEOS A VERY MUCH EDUCATIONAL- GOOD STAFF AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!
@jackripper52404 жыл бұрын
It can deliver 5C/10C because the titanate chemistry allows higher ion exchange rates. However, it has limited "columbic" efficiency since most of these batteries are constructed with rudimentary electrodes such as activated carbon. Currently, there is one company in China which uses graphene. These LTO batteries have much higher capacity retention rates due to very low ESRs.
@mrtechie68104 жыл бұрын
@@jackripper5240 Which company?
@mirsidorov51123 жыл бұрын
@@jackripper5240 I would also love to know which company makes them with graphene.
@WiSeNhEiMeR-1369 Жыл бұрын
THANKS COOP ...
@Alienking014 жыл бұрын
I would be interested in a LTO car starter battery. The temp, high charge/discharge, lifetime specs and low discharge capability would fit the job quite well. Also, the capacity isn't as important. I would be happy with 10- 20 years lifetime.
@danielrouw25934 жыл бұрын
@@marsBeBelinda after looking through datasheets and with secrecy surrounding the removed bms i believe these packs are used military starter batteries.
@stevegorkowski32464 жыл бұрын
Like I told you in the past I only use LTO. The used cells in the glued in pack did have a bms and my cells aren't welded but have studs and they are still weigh 20% more than pouch LTO cells. You don't need to worry about heat so much or tossing tons of current at them and they don't go into thermal runaway even at ungodly high temperatures. When you run them over temperature they will have more capacity! Remember they have lower IR by design than Lifepo4 so they will generate less heat. Active balance is the way to go on the cells. Here is why I use LTO. My Ebike cargo bike for example needs a 48v 20 a/hr pack. The 18650 pack can weigh 8-10 lbs but my new pack of LTO is 18-20lbs and more volume. One would say why would you use LTO? Well the 18650 pack under high current drops off at least 20% capacity. I ride when it is 30 degrees or colder and under high current you really have a 10 a/hr 18650 pack. The LTO is around 18 a/hr at 30 to 10 degrees. The other problem with 18650 packs is they don't like the cold and need to unplugged and charged in the house. The LTO pack can stay in the garage and charge. I have noticed on the 18650 cells the high current draw has made the IR raise and made the bike less snappy. To be honest the shorter life on the 18650 cells is due to over heating of the cells and to fix that the cells should have heat sinks or some type of cooling but if I add weight to cool them I no longer have a 8-10 lb pack and that is why the other cells just don't make the cut for me. I don't have the issue you have with voltage drop out , my motor controller is good from 60-36v. I own 1000 lbs of LTO so I will have all I ever need. I also have some 2017 Prius cells to play with but the weight is high for the cells . I think that cell weight is needed for cooling at the 3C rate. I am looking for a used Prius. It takes some rethinking to get your mind around LTO. I am a few years out on a home LTO solar system. Glad you looked at LTO cells!
@SiriusSolar4 жыл бұрын
Awesome information thanks for taking the time to explain that.
@jamesmason71243 жыл бұрын
Thank you I’ve been thinking about doing a lot battery system in my bus and I’m looking for options
@Vaioman674 жыл бұрын
Will LTO work on a 48v 50ah or higher? I have a three wheeled electric bike
@edbeecher31933 жыл бұрын
Would building a voltage regulator be advisable in this instance of needing 12v but having 15v?
@billlorimer40654 жыл бұрын
How about cutting open the BatteryHookup pack and assembling the ideal 12v 6 cell battery? You're great at extracting cells...glue, shmoo!
@prof.crastinator3 жыл бұрын
Spot welding! Automotive or motor starting! These would be fantastic for spot welding...
@xavierpendrag0n4 жыл бұрын
@will So I'm wondering why the BMS only kicks in so high in the state of charge on that chemistry. That seems just odd. Is it an issue with the LTO chemistry specifically that calls for that or maybe the numbers just aren't there for the engineers yet to give more room for balancing earlier in the state of charge? Any thoughts on that? These cells look like they have a lot of potential. These would have been great as a load sink for years ago when I used to do car audio systems for competition, but nobody quote me on that. It will destroy the components eventually. Well, if you are doing db drag, that is your goal anyway. Great video as always.
@SiriusSolar4 жыл бұрын
The voltage discharge curve didn't look as flat so maybe they're easier to keep balanced.
@marktheamerican41624 жыл бұрын
How to test my Lithium 2.4 Titanate 40Ah batteries simply all I have is a few volt meters an amp meter ! Is there a way ?
@salahalsulaiman4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like the best battery for off grid stationary solar, as for the slight in efficiency, a few extra panels are cheap any way , they also work in very high temperatures extremely well and not just low temperatures, whilst lithium ions will lose alot of capacity, i'm ipressed by these batteries ,
@SiriusSolar4 жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly. And the voltage is not really a problem with most truly off-grid people because we're running inverters that can handle 10 to 16v respectively.
@SiriusSolar4 жыл бұрын
@@Lisas4us other than a used Tesla module where can you get lifepo4 that cheap?
@salahalsulaiman4 жыл бұрын
@@Lisas4us i have been looking around at different suppliers for both technologies and surprisingly the variations in price for each chemistry vs it's like from an other company are staggering , its a bonanza out there! in conclusion it apparently just depends on who you buy from dear Lisa .