What utility vehicle battery specifications should you consider before buying?

5 Especificaciones de las baterías en los vehículos utilitarios

The use of lithium batteries in automotive applications is becoming increasingly popular. However, some key aspects are still unknown. If you want to get the best performance and avoid problems, here are the utility vehicle battery specifications to check before you buy.

Battery type by technology

As you might imagine, and perhaps one of the most important decisions to make, will be to be clear about what type of battery you are buying: whether it is a lead-acid battery or a lithium-ion battery, for example.

The type of chemistry used to store the energy is different:

Traditional lead-acid batteriesbatteries, have for many years been considered the standard model, are usually heavier than lithium-ion batteries of the same capacity. They are filled with electrolyte (sulphuric acid and water) and include a removable lid. This type of battery generates electricity through a chemical reaction that occurs in lead plates and sulphuric acid. Lead-acid batteries require periodic recharging with water, or the chemical process will degrade and the battery may fail sooner than expected.

Lithium-ion batteries are newer technology and have many different chemistries. One of the most popular chemistries is lithium-ion phosphate (LFP) and specifically the LifePo4 chemistry, which is used by NCPOWER. This type of battery is more compact and energy dense than lead-acid, and the cells are sealed, so no water maintenance is required, in addition to the many advantages of LifePo4 lithium batteries (add link to the advantages of LifePo4 chemistry here - search the internet).

The design of a lithium-ion battery provides several benefits and, perhaps most importantly, a safety component. 

• Lead acid batteries use sulphuric acid and lead plates.
• Lithium-ion batteries use a lithium electrolyte and lithium anode and cathode materials.
• Nickel-cadmium, which uses a positive electrode of nickel hydroxide and a negative electrode of cadmium. 

Si bien las primeras son más habituales y convencionales, cada vez más empresas y particulares incorporan baterías de litio para vehículos. Éstas presentan una mayor vida útil, menos peso y una mayor densidad de energía. Puedes descubrir todos los beneficios que ofrecen las baterías de litio respecto a las tradicionales ahora.

Además de las ventajas citadas anteriormente, podemos añadir las grandes ventajas que presenta la química LifePo4 utilizada en las baterías de NCPOWER

2. Voltaje

Una vez que hayas decidido por el tipo de tecnología de batería eléctrica que más te interesa implementar en tu flota, deberás seleccionar un voltaje. Esta especificación es importante porque ciertos equipos requieren voltajes específicos para operar.

In general, the voltage specifications for conventional lead-acid batteries can range from 12, 24, 36, 48 or even 80 volts. When it comes to utility vehicles, a low figure is sufficient.

If you are getting a lithium-ion battery for a commercial vehicle, be aware that the nominal voltage is usually around 400 volts. This may vary depending on the design and configuration of the battery in question.

3. La Capacidad y vida útil de la batería

If you want to switch to lithium batteries and incorporate them into a utility vehicle, make sure they provide the maximum possible capacity. 

The NCPOWER System® of lithium batteries for vehicles increases battery performance and extends battery life with more recharge cycles. 

4. Dimensions

It is essential that the battery chosen is suitable for the vehicle, not only in terms of performance, but also in terms of installation. You will need to select one that fits the dimensions of the car in question.

5. Maintenance

A key factor in assessing your return on investment is the required cost of maintenance. One of the great advantages of NCPOWER lithium batteries is that they stand the test of time with little or no maintenance. In addition, thanks to the internal architecture of these solutions, repairs can be carried out by anyone without technical expertise.

Conclusion

Si optas por incorporar las baterías de litio de NCPOWER a tus vehículos utilitarios, todas las especificaciones anteriormente citadas no entrañarán ningún problema ya que las nuestra fabricación es exclusiva y personalizada para cada cliente. A través de un riguroso proceso de fabricación, conoceremos las necesidades técnicas de tu flota de vehículos, las dimensiones necesarias para integrar nuestra batería en tu vehículo, así como el resto de especificaciones necesarias para el correcto funcionamiento del vehículos, libre de mantenimientos y con estricto control de calidad y monitorización del estado de salud de la batería.

Now you can take the first step and discover our batteries. Ask us for a personalised assessment and we will get in touch with you. contact as soon as possible.