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Member EV Projects => Conversion Projects => Topic started by: tom.hoffmann on February 18, 2021, 04:17:32 PM
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I'm in the midst of a EV boat conversion. Two Things:
1. Getting ready to order BMS. The batteries are Lifepo4, 2P30S, 96 volt, 280ah each, 50+ kwh total.
I'm thinking the BMS should be separated one per series group. i.e. one 30s BMS on each side. If one BMS trips out (low cell or something) I still have a 96v pack to limp home. Does this sound like a viable plan?
2. I'm thinking about equalizers rather than full BMS. Thoughts?
Thanks
Tom
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Tom,
My opinion is that you don't want something that draws it's power from the cells themselves. This is less of an issue on a car because in theory it gets regular use. While I haven't owned an Orion BMS I can say that they have many rabid fans and they are local, based in Carol Stream if I recall. https://www.orionbms.com/ I have seen their setup in action and it can bring you straight to a loose connection. As I recall there might be one for sale in the for sale section of the forums by the one and only Bruce Jones.
Jeff
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Very good thought. Thank You