Hubble AM-5 - User Manual

AM-5
MANUAL
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Summary

Product Description and Specifications

Key Features

Highlights include SMART BMS, easy installation, safety, certification, modularity, and long lifetime.

Technical Specifications

Details on model, battery type, voltage, energy, capacity, size, technical parameters, BMS, and ambient conditions.

Interface and Size Details

Communication Ports and Functions

Details on RS232, CAN/RS485, and Battery Link ports and their functions.

Physical Dimensions and Mounting

Provides the unit's dimensions and bracket placement information.

Parallel Battery Connection

Battery Pack Parallel Wiring

Diagram illustrating how multiple battery packs are connected in parallel.

System Configuration Overview

Diagram showing PV, inverter, battery, meter, and grid integration.

Installation Procedure

Wall Mounting Procedure

Step-by-step guide for securely mounting the battery on a wall.

Battery Attachment

Instructions on how to fix expansion bolts and hang the battery.

Interface Definitions and Communication

RS232 Communication Port

Defines the pin layout and data transmission for the RS232 interface.

RS485 and CAN Communication Ports

Details pinouts for RJ45 CAN and RS485 communication ports.

Advanced Communication and Dry Contact

RS485-2 Communication Interface

Defines the pinout for the RS485-2 communication interface on battery link ports.

Dry Contact Description

Explains the function and usage of the dry contact signal.

Interface Functions and Operation

Button Operation Instructions

Guides on using the button for sleep, wake, and reset functions.

Sleep and Wake-Up Functions

Details on how the system enters and exits sleep mode.

Current Limiting and Communication

Current Limiting Function

Describes the advanced current limiting feature for battery protection.

Communication Port Usage

Explains the purpose and limitations of RS232, CAN, RS485, and Battery Link ports.

Parallel Functionality and Wiring

Parallel (Cascade) Function

Details on master/slave configuration for cascaded battery packs.

RS485 Parallel Wiring Diagram

Illustrates DIP address configuration for RS485 parallel communication.

Safety Warnings and Battery Operation

General Handling Precautions

Safety guidelines for handling, charging, storage, and disposal of the battery.

Charging and Discharging Guidelines

Instructions on proper charging current, voltage, and polarity.

Completing Setup and Support

Start-up Instructions

Guidance to follow inverter manufacturer's start-up instructions after setup.

Technical Support Contact

Information required for contacting technical support for setup assistance.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

The Hubble AM-5 is a lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery system designed for residential energy storage, solar energy storage, and UPS applications. It features an advanced battery management system (BMS) and is built with a focus on safety, ease of installation, and longevity.

Function Description:

The AM-5 battery system serves as a power wall, storing energy for various applications. It can be integrated into solar energy systems to store excess solar power, or used in UPS systems to provide backup power during outages. The system is designed for modular expansion, allowing users to increase capacity by connecting multiple batteries in parallel. Each module is equipped with an independent BMS, which manages and monitors the battery's performance, ensuring safe and efficient operation. The BMS includes functions such as overcharge protection, undervoltage protection, overcurrent protection, short-circuit protection, and reverse connection protection. It also features a sleep function to reduce power consumption and a wake-up function for activation. The battery system supports communication with inverters and other third-party equipment via CAN, RS485, and RS232 ports, allowing for integrated monitoring and management. An optional Hubble Cloudlink device can be added for remote monitoring of battery and inverter data via a cloud server.

Important Technical Specifications:

• Model: AM-5
• Battery Type: LiFePO4 (LFP)
• Nominal Voltage (V): 51.2V
• Nominal Energy (KWH): 5.12KWH
• Design Capacity: 100AH
• Design Years: 15 Years
• Product Size: 600 x 510 x 173 mm
• Weight: 51 kg
• Cycle Life: ≥6000 cycles at 80% DOD (Depth of Discharge)
• Operating Voltage Range: 40V-58.4V
• Charging Voltage: DC 58.4V
• Charge/Discharge Current (A): Same Port 100A
• Internal Resistance: ≥30mΩ
• BMS Self-Consumption: ≥2W
• BMS Rated Voltage: 51.2V
• BMS Balance Current: 30-65(MA)
• BMS Communication Method: CAN/RS485/RS232
• BMS Intelligent Current Limiter: 20A
• Operating Temperature: -10°C ~ 50°C
• Storage Temperature: 10°C ~ 50°C
• Humidity: 15% ~ 75%
• Certifications: CE, IEC, UN38.3, MSDS

Usage Features:

• Smart BMS: Each battery module has an independent BMS system that monitors and manages its operation, ensuring safety and optimal performance.
• Easy Installation: The system is designed for plug-and-play installation, simplifying the setup process. It includes a wall-mount bracket for secure positioning.
• Safe Lithium Iron Phosphate Cells: Utilizes safe lithium iron phosphate battery cells, known for their stability and long lifespan.
• Modular Expansion: Supports modular expansion, allowing multiple batteries of the same model to be connected in parallel to increase overall capacity.
• Longer Lifetime: Designed for a long operational life with 6000 cycles and a 15-year design life.
• Communication Ports: Equipped with RS232, CAN, and RS485 communication ports for interfacing with inverters and other third-party equipment. The RS232 port is primarily for Hubble-specific peripherals or technicians, while the CAN port is dedicated to inverters and other CAN bus devices for battery information. The RS485 port can be used with third-party inverters that do not have a CAN port and are supported by Hubble. Battery link ports are used for connecting multiple batteries of the same model.
• Parallel (Cascade) Function: When batteries are cascaded, one battery acts as the master pack (address 0001), managing data from all slave battery packs via the RS485 communication interface. Only the master pack communicates with the host computer, uploading data, status, and information for the entire cascaded system.
• LED Indicators: Features LED indicators for power, alarm, and State of Charge (SOC), providing visual feedback on the battery's working status and capacity.
• Button Operation: A power button allows activation from sleep mode (press for >1S) and entry into sleep mode (press for >3S and <6S). Pressing for >6S will reset the protection board.
• Dry Contact: Provides one channel of dry contact signal for BMS alarm output, indicating conditions such as SOC alarm, undervoltage, overvoltage, or other BMS protection states.
• Current Limiting Function: The BMS has an advanced current limiting function that activates if the charging current reaches the maximum battery design charge limit (e.g., 100A), reducing the charge to 20Amps per battery to prevent disconnection from the circuit.

Maintenance Features:

• Storage Guidelines: Batteries should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area within the specified temperature range (10°C ~ 50°C). For long-term storage exceeding six months, an additional charge is recommended.
• Disposal: Disposal must be done in accordance with local regulations, as these vary by country.
• Warning System: The BMS includes a buzzer that beeps every 2 seconds during short-circuit protection. If a short circuit is detected three times consecutively, the protection locks, and the buzzer stops. Disconnecting the battery and waiting a few minutes can re-enable the BMS.
• Warranty Voidance: Interfacing or plugging in any third-party or non-approved Hubble products or peripherals into the RS232 (serial) or RS485 (Battery Link) ports can damage the BMS, internal cells, and immediately void the warranty.
• Regular Monitoring: The optional Hubble Cloudlink device allows users to remotely monitor their power system, including battery and inverter data, via a cloud server, aiding in proactive maintenance and issue detection.
• Technical Support: In case of setup difficulties, users can contact Hubble Lithium's Technical Support Department via email, providing details such as inverter make/model, number of connected batteries, series/parallel configuration, system description, issues, and images.

Hubble AM-5 Specifications

General

Brand	Hubble
Model	AM-5
Category	Battery Pack
Language	English