Engineering · 16.05.2015

Although LiFePO4 batteries are quite forgiving in most normal operating conditions, they are very sensitive to overcharging and over-discharging. Even one single mistreatment can damage the cells permanently, reducing capacity significantly or even destroying them. In order to prevent damage to the cells, a protective device is needed that permanently monitors the cells and takes action if dangerous operating conditions are detected. Possible actions range from alarms to shutting off charging...