SAG582136800
System Application Guide
Revision BA, April 8, 2020
Spec. No. 582136800 (Model 502
NGFB
)
Page 68 of 129
Optional Temperature Probes
Features
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Up to two (2) temperature probes can be connected to the Customer Interface (IB2) Board. Either or both probes can be
programmed to monitor ambient temperature or battery temperature.
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A temperature probe set as a battery probe can also be designated to be used for the battery charge temperature
compensation feature. If the system is equipped with the ACU+ or NCU Controller, the battery charge temperature
compensation feature can be programmed to use one probe or the average or highest value of all probes programmed to
monitor battery temperature. The battery charge temperature compensation feature allows the controller to
automatically increase or decrease the output voltage of the system to maintain battery float current as battery
temperature decreases or increases, respectively. Battery life can be extended when an optimum charge voltage to the
battery with respect to temperature is maintained.
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If the system is equipped with the ACU+ or NCU Controller, a temperature probe set as a battery probe can also be used
for controlling against battery thermal runaway (BTRM feature).
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The temperature sensor end of the probe contains a tab with a 5/16” clearance hole for mounting.
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The Temperature Probe assembly consists of two pieces that plug together to make a complete probe.
Restrictions
A temperature probe programmed to monitor battery temperature should be mounted on the top or side of a battery cell to
sense battery temperature. A temperature probe used for battery charge temperature compensation or BTRM (Battery
Thermal Runaway Management) should also be mounted on the top or side of a battery cell. A temperature probe
programmed to monitor ambient temperature should be mounted in a convenient location, away from direct sources of heat
or cold.
Ordering Notes
1)
Order temperature probes as required. Note that each temperature probe consists of two pieces which plug together to
make a complete probe (see the following illustration). For a complete temperature probe, order one (1) P/N 552992 (10.3
meters) or one (1) P/N 556155 (3.3 meters).
2)
See “
” on page 29 for additional temperature probe options.
