AMPED OUTDOORS AO4S-32 NMC Lithium Ion Battery Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
: AMPED OUTDOORS

Table of Contents

AMPED OUTDOORS AO4S-32 NMC Lithium Ion Battery
Product Information
Features
Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Troubleshooting
References
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AMPED OUTDOORS AO4S-32 NMC Lithium Ion Battery

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Product Information

Product Name : NMC Lithium Ion
Model: AO4S-32 30
Nominal Voltage : 14.8V
Rated Capacity : 32Ah
Features :
- Built-in cell balancing to prevent discharging too low or short circuits
- Extraordinary cycle life: Offers 1000+ life cycles, up to 2.5x longer than lead acid batteries
- Series and Parallel Configurations: Cannot be wired in seriesfor higher voltage, but can be wired in parallel for higher capacity
- Voltage: Starts at 16.8V when fully charged and discharges down to 12V

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 1000+ life cycles, up to 2.5x longer than lead acid batteries, helping to minimize replacement cost and reduces total cost of ownership.
Series and Parallel Configurations : CANNOT be wired in series for higher voltage. May be wired in Parallel for higher capacity.
Voltage: Starts at 16.8V fully charged and will discharge down to 12V.

Applications

Portable Power
Fishing Electronics
Portable Power Boxes.
Backup Power
Lighting
Solar & Wind power system
Much much more!

Specifications

| Performance Specifications| General Parameters| Comments
---|---|---|---
Electrical Characteristics| Nominal Voltage| 14.8V|
Nominal Capacity| 32Ah| Standard charge after
Standard discharge
Energy| 467Wh|
Cell Combination| 4S8P|
Months Self Discharge| ≤3.5% per month| @25℃ (77℉)
Cycle Life| 1000 Cycles
80% of initial capacity| 0.5C Charge/0.5C Discharge
at 80%DOD
Internal Resistance| ≤ 50mΩ| @50%SOC
Charge Specifications| Charging Voltage| 16.8V|
Recommended Charge Voltage| 16.4-16.8V|
Recommended Charge Current| 5-6A – Only charge with supplies 5A Charger
Max.Charge Current| ≤10A| @25℃ (77℉)
Charge Cut-off Voltage| 16.8V| Resting voltage 16.5V
Discharge Specifications| Standard Discharge| ≤10A| @25℃ (77℉)
Max. Continuous Discharge Current| ≤15A| @25℃ (77℉)
Max.Pulse Current| 20A(<3s)| @25℃ (77℉)
Discharge Cut-off Voltage| 11.9V| Resting voltage 12.5V

Environmental

User Guide

Charging: Using the Amped Outdoors charger, connect the battery to the charger (you will see charger light will turn green)and then plug in the AC cable into the wall outlet. The charging light will turn red when charging and when the charge is complete, the light will turn green again. If you are not using an Amped Outdoors charger, please refer to the troubleshooting section if you battery will not take a charge.

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.

NMC Battery Applications: NMC batteries have higher voltage and more energy density than LiFePO4 batteries. These were intended to fit in smaller applications such as ice fishing and other portable electronics usage. These should never be charged outdoors, in directly sunlight and the chargers are not waterproof and should only be used indoors. Using the Amped Outdoors charger, connect the battery to the charger (you will see charger light will turn green)and then plug in the AC cable into the wall outlet. The charging light will turn red when charging and when the charge is complete, the light will turn green again. If you are not using an Amped Outdoors charger, please refer to the troubleshooting section if you battery will not take a charge.

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.

NMC Battery Applications: NMC batteries have higher voltage and more energy density than LiFePO4 batteries. These were intended to fit in smaller applications such as ice fishing and other portable electronics usage. These should never be charged outdoors, in directly sunlight and the chargers are not waterproof and should only be used indoors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a special charger?
Yes. We include a 16.8V charger with all NMC batteries. This is required to properly charge this battery. Do not use other chargers with this battery.
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.
Can I lay my battery on its side?
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.
Do I need to discharge my battery before recharging?
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

Battery will not hold or accept a charge:
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 4v. Our chargers will reset a BMS. If your 16.8V charger does not reset the battery, check the voltage output on your charger to ensure it is 16.8V.
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 another battery in parallel or connecting to the proper charger. The BMS is built in to protect the battery and your components.

Contact for tadeonal 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
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