SimpliPhi Power PHI Battery INTEGRATION GUIDE: VICTRON Optimized Energy Storage & Management for Residential & Commercial Applications Utilizing Efficient, Safe, Non-Toxic, Energy Dense Lithium Ferrous Phosphate (LFP) Chemistry © SIMPLIPHI POWER, INC.
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Table of Contents 1.0 – Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................................................................4 2.0 – Battery Bank Sizing .........................................................................................................................................................................................4 2.1 – Discharge Calculation: Inverter Power Bank Sizing.....
1.0 – Introduction This integration guide covers the recommended set up and configuration of Victron equipment for optimizing performance with SimpliPhi PHI 3.8 kWh Batteries. More information on SimpliPhi products can be found on our website: https://simpliphipower.com/. If the Victron product you are looking for is not covered in this integration guide, the parameters listed here should be used as a general guide.
2.1 – Discharge Calculation: Inverter Power Bank Sizing To optimize the PHI Battery bank and protect against over-discharge (voiding the battery Warranty), the PHI Battery bank should be sized at least double (2x) the kW rating of the inverter. Discharge Example: B#Inv ≥ InvkW / BatkWh • • Inverter is rated at 8 kW PHI Battery is rated at 3.8 kWh, therefore the C/2 load rating is 1.9 kW B#Inv ≥ 8 kW / 1.9 kW = 4.
3.1 – Standard Features The BMV-700 standard features include: • • • • • • • • • • • Battery voltage, current, power, ampere-hours consumed and state of charge Remaining time at the current rate of discharge Programmable visual and audible alarm for alerts Programmable relay, to turn off non-critical loads or to run a generator when needed 500 Amp quick connect shunt and connection kit Shunt selection capability up to 10.
Figure 1.0 - BMV-700 Typical Installation CAUTION: Connect the Negative Pole of the PHI Battery last! 3.3 – Installation – Quick Start Guide After installation / connection, on initial startup, the BMV-700 “Setup Wizard” will automatically start. The following steps should be used to initialize the meter. 1. BMV will automatically start the setup wizard. a. The scrolling text “Battery Capacity “will appear. i. Set the Ah capacity using the +/- buttons. ii. Pressing “select” after each digit is selected.
CAUTION: If a firmware update is executed on Victron equipment, ALL the settings must be reverified. 3.4 – Victron – Available Interfaces The following interfaces are available from Victron to allow easy monitoring of the PHI Battery status / performance. • • PC software BMV- Reader. Downloadable from Victron website in the support and downloads section. Uses the VE.direct to USB interface. Color Control GX display featuring a 4.3-in color display can be connected to the BMV using VE.
Charge Efficiency SoC when Bulk Finished 95% 95% Notes: • • • • 1. Per PHI 3.8 Battery – These settings are calculated by multiplying the nominal per battery value times the # of batteries. Levels are typical @ 25°C and may need adjusting at temperature extremes. When performing rapid deep charge/discharge cycles, the PHI Battery should be allowed to "rest" 15 minutes in between. Always refer to the SimpliPhi Power Manual and Warranty for the specific PHI Battery model. 4.
4.4 – Inverter / Charger Settings The program settings for the PHI 3.8 Batteries with Victron Inverter / Charger products are outlined below. Table 3.0 - Settings for SimpliPhi PHI 3.8 kWh 24V / 48V Battery w/Victron Inverter / Charger Program Settings for SimpliPhi Model 3.8 - 24V / 48V with Victron Inverters / Chargers Phoenix VE.
4.5 – MPPT Settings The program settings for the PHI 3.8 Batteries with Victron MPPT products are outlined below. Table 4.0 - Settings for SimpliPhi PHI 3.8 kWh 24V / 48V Battery w/Victron MPPT MPPT Solar Charge Controllers Battery Voltage Max Charge Current (C/2)1 Default Charge Settings Absorb Voltage Absorb Time Float Voltage Equalization Voltage Auto Equalization Temperature Compensation 24V / 48V 75A @ 24V DC / 37.5VDC @ 48V: per battery OFF 28V / 56V .
FOR BACKUP ONLY SYSTEM Color Control GX/Venus GX Settings Mode Control Without Grid Meter Inverter AC Output in use Feed-in Excess Solar charger Power Phase Compensation Minimum Discharge SoC3 Actual State of Charge Limit BatteryLife State Limit Charger Power Limit Inverter Power Fronius Zero feed-in Fronius Zero feed-in active Grid setpoint Keep Batteries Charged Optimized (with BatteryLife) OFF ON ON ON 90% 95% Self-consumption OFF OFF OFF No battery specific settings 50W Notes: 1. Per PHI 3.
5.0 – Specifications & Warranty For your reference: • See PHI 3.8 kWh 24V Specifications sheet. • See PHI 3.8 kWh 48V Specifications sheet. • See PHI 3.8 kWh 48V 10-Year Warranty. Failure to adhere to installation protocol will void Warranty. 6.0 – SimpliPhi Technical Support For technical support related to your PHI 3.8 kWh Battery (or other SimpliPhi Power products), please contact us directly at: 805.640.6700 techsupport@simpliphipower.com SimpliPhi Power, Inc.
