Pylontech Victron & Pylontech US5000 User Manual

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Victron & Pylontech UP2500, US2000, US3000, US2000C, US3000C, US5000, US5000B, US5000C, Pelio-L, UP5000,
Phantom-S, Force-L1 & L2
Victron Energy - https://www.victronenergy.com/live/
Victron & Pylontech UP2500, US2000,
US3000, US2000C, US3000C, US5000,
US5000B, US5000C, Pelio-L, UP5000,
Phantom-S, Force-L1 & L2
The combination of Victron products with Pylontech lithium batteries has been tested and certified by
the Victron and Pylontech R&D departments.
General information about the battery is found in Pylontech's documentation.
This manual is intended to be used in conjunction with the product manual supplied by Pylontech. It
provides additional and specific information regarding integration with Victron systems.
The Pylontech includes a Battery Management System (BMS) with each battery module. This
interfaces with the Victron GX device and can support multiple battery modules connected in parallel.
1. Product & system compatibility
Battery UP2500*
US2000
(Plus/C)
US3000(C)
UP5000 &
US5000(B)
US5000C &
Pelio-L
Force-L1 &
L2
Nominal voltage 24V 48V 48V 48V 48V 48V
Module capacity 2.55 kWh 2.4 kWh 3.5 kWh 4.8 kwh 5.12kWh 3.55 kWh
Minimum Venus
firmware
v2.40 v2.20 v2.20 v2.20 imminent v2.20
* Note that UP2500 came in two versions, UP2500NA01V00101 does not have a CANBUS port, and IS
NOT supported by Victron. UP2500NB01V00101 released April 2020 has the CANBUS port and IS
supported.
1.1 Offgrid, Backup and Energy Storage Systems are possible
Victron + Pylontech can be used for the following system types:

Pylontech Victron & Pylontech US5000 Specifications

General

Category	UPS
Battery Type	Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4)
Nominal Voltage	48 V
Maximum Continuous Discharge Current	100 A
Warranty	10 years
Communication Interface	CAN, RS485
Model	US5000
Cycle Life	6000 cycles
Operating Temperature Range	-10°C to 50°C
Protection	Over current, Short circuit, Over temperature
Compatibility	Victron Energy
Usable Capacity	4.3kWh

Summary

Product & System Compatibility

System Types: Offgrid, Backup, ESS

Details system types like off-grid, backup, and energy storage.

GX Device Requirement

Essential GX device for communication, keep-alive, limits, errors, and state of charge.

Compatible Victron Inverters

Lists compatible Multi, MultiPlus, MultiGrid, and Quattro inverters/chargers.

Compatible Victron MPPT Chargers

Details compatibility of VE.Direct BlueSolar and SmartSolar MPPT Chargers.

Minimum Battery Sizing Recommendations

CAN-bus Wiring

Battery Module Connections & Cables

Explains connecting multiple Pylontech battery modules and specifies cable types.

GX Device Settings Configuration

Manual Configuration & Port Speed

Manual configuration for GX device settings, including port speed adjustment.

DVCC Settings & Controls

Configuring DVCC settings and optional controls for battery management.

Parameter Information

Details on battery parameters and limits communicated to the DVCC system.

VEConfigure Settings

General Tab Settings

Settings in the General tab, including battery capacity and monitor function.

Charge Settings

Configuring charge parameters like battery type, voltage, and absorption time.

Inverter Settings

DC input low voltage settings for shutdown, restart, and pre-alarm.

ESS System Settings

Specific VEConfigure settings for Pylontech batteries within an ESS system.

Hardware Protection Points

VE.Direct MPPT Settings

Example System Wiring Diagram

Troubleshooting System Issues

Inverter/GX Device Power Issues

Troubleshooting steps when the inverter or GX device fails to power on.

Verify Battery Visibility on GX Device

Checks to ensure the Pylontech battery is detected and listed on the GX device.

Confirm Battery Readiness for Use

Steps to check if the Pylontech battery is ready by verifying parameters.

Consult Pylontech Manual

Advice to check the Pylontech manual for additional diagnostics and LED information.

FAQ and Common Issues

Battery Charging & Voltage Behavior

Addresses current fluctuations, charging to 52.4V, and not reaching 100% SOC.

Battery Status Warnings Explained

Explains 'Internal Error' and 'High voltage' warnings and how to manage them.

Further Information & Resources

LV-Hub Specific Information

Guidance for large Pylontech systems requiring the LV-Hub, referencing dealer recommendations.