AMPED OUTDOORS AO12S-60 Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Instructions
- June 12, 2024
- AMPED OUTDOORS
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AO12S-60 Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery
Instructions
Model: AO12S-60
Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery LiFePO4
Nominal Voltage: 38.4V
Rated Capacity: 60Ah
Group 31 / Bluetooth / IP67 Waterproof
Features
- Wider temperature range: -20°C~60°C. (Lower temperatures will result in decreased capacity)
- Lighter Weight: About 40%~ 50% less weight of comparable lead acid battery.
- Usable Capacity: Delivers twice power of lead acid batteries.
- Quality BMS: BMS (Battery Management System) will protect your battery from over charging, discharging too low or short circuits with built in cell balancing.
- Extraordinary cycle life: Offers 2000+ life cycles, up to5x longer than lead acid batteries, helping to minimize replacement cost and reduces total cost of ownership.
- Series and Parallel Configurations: Not Series Capable. Can be wired up to 4 in parallel for higher capacity.
- Voltage: Uniform voltage during discharge.
- Bluetooth: Built in Bluetooth monitoring with the Amped Outdoors App.
Applications
- Boat 36V Trolling Motors
- Kayak 36V Trolling Motors
- 36V Golf Carts
- Other 36V Lead Acid Applications
General Specifications
| Performance Specifications| General Parameters| Comments
---|---|---|---
Electrical Characteristics| Nominal Voltage| 38.4V|
Nominal Capacity| 60Ah| Standard charge after Standard discharge
Energy| 2304Wh|
Cell Combination| 12S1P|
Months Self Discharge| ≤3.5% per month| @25℃ (77℉)
Cycle Life| >2000 Cycles 80% of initial capacity| 0.5C Charge/0.5C Discharge
at 80%DOD
Short Circuit Protection| 220A|
Charge Specifications| Charging Voltage| 43.8V|
Recommended Charge Voltage| 42.0-43.2V|
Recommended Charge Current| Up to 10A. We encourage below .5c (25A or lower)
Max.Charge Current| ≤60A| @25℃ (77℉)
Charge Cut-off Voltage| 43.8V| Resting voltage 41.4V
Discharge
Specifications| Standard Discharge| ≤30A| @25℃ (77℉)
Max. Continuous Discharge Current| ≤60A| @25℃ (77℉)
Max.Pulse Current| 130A(<3s)| @25℃ (77℉)
Discharge Cut-off Voltage| 30.0V| Resting voltage 12.0V
Environmental| Charge Temperature| -8 to 45℃(17 to 113℉)| @65±20% Relative
Humidity
Charge rate at .1C
Discharge Temperature| -20 to 60℃(-4 to 140℉)
Storage Temperature| -20 to 45℃(-4 to 113℉)
IP Rating| IP67 Case Rating|
Mechanical| LengthWidthHeight| 12.9×8.66×6.77″ 327220171mm| Height without
terminals
Case Material| ABS|
Weight| Approx. 17.8Kg or 39.25lbs|
Terminals| M8|
User Guide
Charging: Using the Amped Outdoors charger, connect the battery to the
charger and then plug in the AC cable into the wall outlet. The charging light
will turn blink red when charging and when the charge is complete, the light
will turn green. When the charge is complete, disconnect the charger from the
wall outlet as a float is not needed with our batteries. Our 36V Batteries
requires our 43.8v charger or may be charged with any other designed 43.8v
LiFePO4 charger.
Connecting your battery : With your source being turned off, connect your
battery to you source. Ensure that you have tight, solid connection and use
the provided hardware such as lock washers and washers if you have a battery
with bolts. It is highly encouraged to use dielectric grease on all
connections to prevent any corrosion from water exposure. Check your
connections regularly along with cables, connectors or other components to
make sure they are free of corrosion, wear and all connections remain tight.
Housing and mounting: Please ensure your battery is mounted or in the
proper box before use. Depending on your application, it is important to keep
you battery from moving around or being exposed to elements. Our batteries do
not require venting so a sealed case or enclosure will only help protect the
battery. Although our batteries have a superior water proof rating, it is
encouraged to keep your products free from elements to prevent buildup of
water, corrosion and debris. This will ensure your battery will look and
perform like new for the expected life of the product.
Long term battery storage : Never store your battery fully discharged. It
is best to put a 50%to full charge on your battery and then remove it from the
charger. To ensure the best performance from your batteries for many years,
put a short charge or use your battery at least once every 2-3 months. The
best temperature to store a lithium battery is between 40-80 degrees F. A cool
and dry place is ideal. The maximum discharge rate of our batteries would not
exceed 3.5% per month in storage. Do not place a lithium battery on a charger
for extended periods of time when not in use. Lithium batteries will last
longer if not stored at a 100% charge rate for a long period of time.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need a special charger?
A- Yes, our 36v batteries requires our 43.8V charger.
2. How to I store my battery?
A- Never store your battery fully discharged. It is best to put a 50% to full charge on your battery and then remove it from the charger. To ensure the best performance from your batteries for many years, put a short charge or use your battery at least once every 2-3 months.
3. Can I lay my battery on its side?
A- Yes, all of our batteries can be mounted in any orientation as long as you secure them appropriately. Ensure that all terminal posts are free from all metal to prevent a short circuit. We do recommend upright as the battery is intended for stability.
4. Do I need to discharge my battery before recharging?
A- No, it is advised that your charge your battery before each use. Lithium batteries will not have a memory and even though it is safe to drain the battery 100%, it is advised to drain lower depth of discharge.
For Additional FAQ: https://ampedoutdoors.com/pages/faq
Troubleshooting
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Battery will not hold or accept a charge:
a. Lithium Batteries have a built in BMS (Battery Management system) that will trigger when a battery is depleted or it is triggered into protection. The voltage of the battery may read less than 10v. Our chargers will reset a BMS to begin charging.
b. If your battery is connected to our charger and will not charge, disconnect the charger from the wall and battery. Let the charger reset then plug it into the wall and back into the battery again. -
Battery just stops: This is typical of a battery BMS (Battery Management System) being triggered. One of the following has happened: Depleted Capacity, Short Circuit, Over Current, Excessive Heat. You can reset the BMS by connecting to the proper charger. The BMS is built in to protect the battery and your components.
Contact for addional troubleshooting: Service@ampedoutdoors.com
Warnings
Lithium batteries are very safe as long as they are used correctly. Please
contact us if you have any questions on your applications.
-Do not crush, puncture or attempt dismantle the battery.
-Do not place the battery near an open flame and try to avoid direct heat.
-Do not dispose the battery in to the trash. Please find a local lithium recycler.
-Do not place the battery in fluids such as salt water, acid or alkaline.
-Do not short circuit the battery terminals.
-Do only use the approved chargers.
-Never store the battery at a fully depleted state of charge.
Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm
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