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solar & energy storage spotlight: batteries
Batteries
The energy storage market is growing larger by the year and will soon enable renewables to become a mainstream source of power. A reliable battery is a key component to any e cient and sustainable renewable energy system. Here are some of the more popular choices in the industry today...
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MK Battery
Product: UltraFlex Energy Storage System
Description: The UltraFlex energy storage system brings the power to reduce diesel consumption, CO2 footprint, and maintenance costs. The system combines ultracapacitor and battery chemistries in a single electrolyte, creating a maintenance- free hybrid cell with high efficiency, performance, and long lifetime throughput.
Chemistry: Hybrid lead-acid/ ultracapacitor
Voltage: 48V Energy: 17kWh Peak Power: 25kWh
Operating temperature range: 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
Warranty: 64MWh warranty Key Features:
• Engineered for partial state-of-charge applications;
• Versatile for single and three phase operations;
• Adaptable to existing or new solar arrays;
• Recyclable with a positive end-of-life value.
www.mkbattery.com
U.S. Battery Product: US RE L-16XC2
Description: Design optimized for maximum performance and life in stationary (non-vehicular) applications, including solar power and renewable energy installations, the OSP battery design and insulating DEFENDER “moss shields” increases life expectancy and performance.
Chemistry: Flooded lead acid Capacity (Ah @ 20hr rate): 401Ah Voltage: 6V
Energy: 2.41kWh
Cycle life: 675 Cycles at 80% DoD, and 1150 Cycles at 50% DoD
Operating temperature range: 0°F to 120°F (-17°C to 49°C)
Dimensions: 11.875" x 7.125" x 16.75" Weight: 114lbs (51.7kg)
Warranty: 5-year warranty
Key Features:
• OSP outside positive plate;
• Higher peak capacity and increased initial capacity;
• Lower acquisition and per-cycle cost than lithium ion, nickel metal hydride, or other rechargeable battery systems.
www.usbattery.com
High voltage DC contactors ideal for solar and energy storage applications
Introducing the HX Series
 Developed for use in combiner boxes, inverters and energy storage systems
 The smallest UL508 recognized contactors rated for high current switching
 UL recognized contactors for 1,000vdc and 1,500vdc
 Featuring GIGAVAC’s EPIC® sealed switching technology for superior protection against harsh environments
 GIGAVAC’s dual coil design means low coil power consumption and no EMI emission or crosstalk
For complete specs, visit us online or call +1.805.684.4801 sensata.us/gigavac-hx
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