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The Troppo battery is designed to be easy to install and use. It can be used in applications requiring
a nominal 48V
DC
battery bank. The Troppo battery is designed for a wide range of 48V
DC
applications
including but not limited to renewable energy systems, telecommunications, and mining applications.
As it is designed with a self-managed Battery Management System (BMS), it does not need to
communicate with the inverter/charger to operate. This makes it suitable for a larger range of applications
than the typical Lithium-ion battery that requires communication with the inverter/charger to continue to
operate.
This section of the manual explains characteristics, features, and options for use of the battery.
Additional support is available through RedEarth Technical Support by calling 0487 002 451, emailing or
visiting the RedEarth manufacturing facility in Brisbane, Australia.
Additional information can be found at www.redearth.energy
RedEarth offers a wide range of training options for our partners including regular training courses run at
our Brisbane facility, on-site for our larger customer as well as online training options.
The battery should always be charged and discharged within the voltage, current and temperature ranges
listed in the specifications for the battery at the end of this manual and in the data sheet.
When connecting to Inverters and chargers the parameters set in these devices are important for safe
battery operation. The table below provides a guide to some of the key parameters to set. RedEarth also
provides guides for setting up popular inverters and MPPTs. If in doubt, contact RedEarth.
All currents are maximum total charging and discharging currents and should be taken into consideration
when multiple devices are charging the battery (e.g. MPPT and inverter/charger).
For full warranty coverage the battery must be operated within the voltage, current and temperature
windows defined on the following page and in the specifications in this manual and the data sheet.
V. Understanding the Troppo Battery and its Use
VI. Charging and Discharging the Troppo Battery