Description
Outback Power EnergyCell 5 Battery Management System EC-BMS
BMS Only
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The OutBack Power EnergyCell 5 Battery Management System (EC-BMS) is the intelligent control module for the EnergyCell 5 lithium battery platform. Designed to monitor, protect, and manage the complete battery stack, the EC-BMS provides advanced battery management, inverter communication, and system protection for residential and commercial energy storage applications.
Supporting stacks of up to eight EnergyCell 5 battery modules, the EC-BMS continuously monitors battery voltage, current, temperature, and state of health while providing active cell balancing and automatic battery addressing. It features integrated CAN and RS485 communications for closed-loop operation with numerous leading inverter manufacturers and is fully compatible with OutBack Power energy storage systems.
Key Features
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Advanced Battery Management
Monitors battery voltage, current, temperature, state of charge, and overall battery health while providing active balancing for optimal performance. -
Supports EnergyCell 5 Battery Stacks
Controls battery systems containing up to eight stackable EnergyCell 5 battery modules. -
Automatic Battery Identification
Automatically detects battery IDs and inverter protocols during startup, simplifying installation and commissioning. -
Closed-Loop Communication
Communicates with compatible inverters using either CAN or RS485 protocols for enhanced charging, monitoring, and system control. -
Integrated Wi-Fi Connectivity
Includes Wi-Fi capability for monitoring and integration with OutBack Power Optics RE. -
State of Charge Indicators
Front-mounted LED indicators provide quick visual battery state-of-charge information. -
Parallel Battery Support
Supports multiple battery stacks and expandable energy storage systems. -
Emergency Shutdown Support
Compatible with ESS emergency disconnect functionality using the integrated DI/DO interface.
Best Uses
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Residential Solar Battery Storage
Provides intelligent battery management for EnergyCell 5 home energy storage systems. -
Backup Power Systems
Coordinates battery operation during grid outages and backup events. -
Off-Grid Solar Applications
Optimizes battery charging and protection for remote energy systems. -
Commercial Energy Storage
Supports scalable commercial battery installations with multiple EnergyCell 5 stacks. -
Hybrid Solar Systems
Enables seamless communication between EnergyCell 5 batteries and compatible hybrid inverters.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | OutBack Power |
| Product Name | EnergyCell 5 Battery Management System |
| Model | EC-BMS (Control Module) |
| Compatible Battery | EnergyCell 5 Battery Modules |
| Maximum Stack Size | Up to 8 Battery Modules |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) |
| Communication Protocols | CAN Bus, RS485 |
| Supported Communication | Open-Loop and Closed-Loop |
| Wireless Connectivity | Integrated Wi-Fi |
| Battery Monitoring | Voltage, Current, Temperature, State of Charge, Battery Health |
| Cell Balancing | Active Balancing |
| Battery Identification | Automatic Addressing |
| Supported Parallel Stacks | Yes |
| ESS Emergency Disconnect | DI/DO Interface Supported |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 29.1 × 16.9 × 7.1 in. |
| Installation | Residential and Commercial Energy Storage Systems |
About OutBack Power
OutBack Power designs and manufactures advanced battery-based renewable energy systems and power electronics for residential, commercial, backup power, and off-grid applications. The EnergyCell 5 platform combines modular lithium battery technology with intelligent battery management to deliver safe, reliable, and scalable energy storage solutions.
Intelligent Control for Modular Energy Storage
The OutBack Power EC-BMS serves as the intelligent heart of the EnergyCell 5 battery system, delivering advanced battery protection, active balancing, automatic inverter communication, and expandable energy storage management for reliable long-term operation.
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