5. System Design
5.1. Designing a Lynx DC distribution system
A Lynx distribution system usually consists of a single Lynx Shunt VE.Can module or a single Lynx Smart BMS module.
The choice between a Lynx Shunt VE.Can or a Lynx Smart BMS depends on what type of batteries are used in the system. The
Lynx Smart BMS can only be used with the Victron Energy
, while the Lynx Shunt VE.Can is suitable for
all other batteries.
Then, single, multiple or a combination of Lynx Distributor modules and/or Lynx Power In modules are added.
Together they form a continuous negative and positive busbar with DC connections and, depending on the configuration,
integrated fuses, a battery monitor and/or lithium battery management.
It is also possible to just use Lynx Power In modules and/or Lynx Distributor modules without a Lynx Smart BMS module or a Lynx
Shunt VE.Can modules. This for situations where battery monitoring or battery management is not needed.
5.1.1. Orientation of Lynx modules
If the Lynx System contains a Lynx Shunt VE.Can or Lynx Smart BMS, the batteries always have to be connected to the left side
of the Lynx System and the rest of the DC system (loads and chargers) connect to the right side. This, so the battery state of
charge can be correctly calculated.
The busbars in the Lynx modules can heat up during high current events. The generated heat is dispersed via natural convection
through the ventilation recesses in the top of the Lynx module. Ideally mount the Lynx modules in an upright position.
From battery bank
To DC system,
All DC loads and DC charge
sources
Example of Lynx module orientation: the batteries connect to the left side and all loads and chargers connect on the right side
5.1.2. Interconnecting Lynx modules
Each Lynx module can connect to other Lynx modules on the left side (M8 hole) and on the right side (M8 bolt).
If the Lynx module is the first in line, the last in line or is used by itself, it is possible to connect batteries, loads or chargers directly
to these connections. However, we do not generally recommend this beacuse aditional insulation and fusing is needed.
Lynx connections: The arrows indicate where the other Lynx modules can connect
Lynx Distributor
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