How to set up solar energy system by 4 sets 12.8V300Ah LiFePO4 Battery
First, we need to know the specification of 12.8V300Ah, then we can know how to make the connection for the power storage.
LiFePO4 12.8V 300Ah Specifications
Key Parameters
Parameter | Specification |
---|---|
Nominal Voltage | 12.8V (Operating Range: 10V ~ 14.6V) |
Full Charge Voltage | 14.4V ~ 14.6V |
Discharge Cut-off Voltage | 10V ~ 10.5V |
Capacity | 300Ah (Total Energy: 12.8V × 300Ah = 3,840Wh ≈ 3.84kWh) |
Charge/Discharge Current | - Continuous: 150A (0.5C) - Peak: 300A (1C, ≤30 seconds) |
Cycle Life | - ≥2000 cycles (at 80% Depth of Discharge, DoD) - ≥6000 cycles (50% DoD for premium models) |
Additional Details
Physical Dimensions: ~330mm (L) × 175mm (W) × 240mm (H)
Weight: ~30–35 kg
Operating Temperature:
Charging: 0°C to 45°C
Discharging: -20°C to 60°C
Safety Features:
Built-in BMS (Battery Management System) with overcharge/over-discharge/short-circuit/temperature protection.
LiFePO4 chemistry: Non-flammable, no thermal runaway risk.
Certifications: CE, UN38.3, RoHS, MSDS
Typical Applications
Solar energy storage systems
Off-grid power for RVs, boats, and cabins
Backup power (UPS)
Electric vehicles (golf carts, forklifts)
Second, we check other related equipments to solar panels, inverter, power control,MPPT, and so on, and match the rate of them.
What size solar power system can 4 sets of 12V 300Ah LiFePO4 batteries support?
Here’s a detailed explanation in English:
Step 1: Calculate Total Battery Capacity
Voltage: 12V × 4 batteries (typically arranged in series for a 48V system).
Capacity: 300Ah × 4 = 1,200Ah (if in parallel) or 300Ah (if in series for 48V).
Total Energy Storage:
Step 2: Determine Solar Panel Capacity
To recharge the batteries daily (assuming 1 full cycle per day):
Sunlight Hours: Assume 4–6 peak sunlight hours (adjust based on location).
Efficiency: ~80% (due to losses in charging, wiring, and inverters).
Example:
For 5 sunlight hours:
Recommended Solar Capacity:
Minimum: 2,000W (to partially recharge batteries).
Optimal: 3,000–4,000W (for full daily recharge).
Step 3: Key Components
Solar Panels: 3,000–4,000W (e.g., 10×400W panels).
Charge Controller:
MPPT Type (supports 48V systems).
Current Rating: → Choose a 100A controller.
Inverter:
Power: 3,000–5,000W (to handle surge loads).
Voltage: 48V DC input.
Important Notes
Battery Depth of Discharge (DoD): LiFePO4 batteries can safely discharge to 80–90% DoD, increasing usable energy.
Scalability: Add more panels if energy demand grows.
Climate: Increase panel capacity by 20–30% for cloudy regions.