User Manual

POSTEF:48V100Ah
Model: SDA10-48100

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Please comply with all warnings and operating instructions in this manual strictly.

Save this manual properly and read carefully the following instructions before

installing the unit. Do not operate this unit before reading through all safety

information and operating instructions carefully.

Contact information:

POST AND TELECOMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT JOINT STOCK COMPANY

Head Office: 61 Tran Phu – Ba Dinh – Ha Noi – Viet nam

Tel: 84.24.38455946 Fax: 84.24.38234128

Factory: No 15, 12th Street, VSIP Industrial Zone, Bac Ninh Province

Tel: 84.2.223765282 Fax:84.2.223765281

Email: [email protected] Webside: www.postef.com.vn

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 Safety Precaution
1 When Using Battery

Danger of High Voltage：

The high voltage power supply the equipment power, wet object contact high voltage power
supply directly or indirectly, can cause fatal danger.

Using a special tool :

Working in high voltage and AC power, be sure to use a special tool instead of individual tools.

Static-free：

Static electricity would damage veneer on the electrostatic sensitive components, before touching
the plug-in, ci rcuit board or chips, be sure to use correct electrostatic prevention measures.

Disconnect the power supply in operation:

When operate the power supply, you must first cut off power supply, power operation is prohibited.

DC short circuit dangerous：

Power system provides DC regulated power supply. DC short circuit could cause fatal damage to
the equipment.

2. When Charging

CAUTION
The temperature range over which the battery can be charged is 0°C to 45°C. Charging the battery at
temperatures outside of this range may cause the battery to become hot or to blow. Charging the battery outside
of this temperature range may also harm the performance of the battery or reduce the battery’s life expectancy.

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3. When Discharging the Battery

DANGER
Do not discharge the battery using any device except for the specified device. When the battery is
used in devices aside from the specified device it may damage the performance of the battery or
reduce its life expectancy, and if the device causes an abnormal current to flow, it may cause the
battery to become hot and cause serious injury.

CAUTION
The temperature range over which the battery can be discharged is -20°C to 60°C. Use of the
battery outside of this temperature range may damage the performance of the battery or may
reduce its life expectancy.

4. Battery Parameters
4.1 Battery Pack
No. Item General Parameter Remark

1 Model SDA10-48100

2 Cell Technology/Packaging LFP

3 Combination method 15S1P 15PCS Cells,rectangular

(25 0C ±30C),0.2C constant curent

4 Rated Capacity 100Ah discharging, 42 V cut off

5 Nominal Energy ≥4800Wh

6 Nominal Voltage 48V Mean Operation Voltage

7 Working Voltage Range 42-54V Discharge Cut-off Voltage: 42V/ pack

8 Charge Cut Off Voltage 55.5V

DC Internal Resistance (25℃-45℃)
9 Internal Impedance ≤ 20mΩ

Charge mode: 0.2C CC(constant

Constant current) charge to 54.0V, then CV
10 Standard charge
Package Current 20A (constant voltage charge, cut off
when charging current ≤0.05C)
Constant current：20A 0.2C CC (Constant Current) discharge,
11 Standard discharge end voltage 42V cut off @42V
12 Maximum Charge Current 100A(1C) Requirement: 1 Cycle/day

13 Maximum Discharge Current 100A(1C) Requirement: 1 Cycle/day

14 Current limit 20A Threshold: Charging Current≥ 60A

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 Operation Temperature Charge: 0~60℃
15 Range Discharge : -20~60℃
16 Operating humidity range (%) 5 ~ 95%
17 Design Life ≥12 years @ 20-25℃

≥4200（DOD 80%） @0.5C Charge & Discharge, 25℃

18 Cycle Life

≥3000（DOD 80%） @0.5C Charge & Discharge, 45℃

Less than 12 months : -

20~25℃
less than 3 months: - 60±25%R.H.
19 Storage Temperature Range at the shipment state
20~40℃
Less than 7 day : -
20~65℃
20 Months Self Discharge ≤3% @25℃ & Sleep mode

19” rack standard design, excluding

21 Dimensions L*W*H (441 x 410 x 177.5) mm hanger

22 IP 20
Approx. net weight
23 Weight 43 Kg
(Error ± 2%)
24 Maximum Continuous Charge 0 deg C -45 deg C, do not exceed
Current 51A (0.51C) (0.51C, 100%DOD)
25 Maximum Continuous 25 degC ±3 degC, Continuous
Discharge Current 80A (0.8C) (0.8C,80%DOD)

4.2 Protection Parameter

Protection Parameter

No Item Description Value Unit

Unit Overcharge Warning
3600 mV
Voltage
Unit Overcharge Protection
3700 mV
Voltage
1 Over Charge
Battery pack over charge
Parameter 54.0 V
warning voltage
Battery Pack over charge
55.5 V
protection voltage
Unit Overdischarge Warning
2800 mV
Voltage
Unit Overcharge Protection
2700 mV
Over Voltage
2
Discharge Battery pack over discharge
44 V
Parameter warning voltage
Battery Pack over discharge
42 V
protection voltage

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 Charge Over Current Warning 125 A

Charge Over Charge 1st over current 130 A

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Current Charge 2nd over current / A
Parameter
Short circuit at charging port YES
Discharge over current
125 A
warning
Discharge Over Discharge 1st over current 130 A
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Current Discharge 2nd over current 150 A
Parameter
Short circuit at discharging
YES
port
High temperature warning 55 ℃
Low temperature warning 0 ℃
Charge
High temperature protection 65 ℃
Temperatu Low temperature protection -5 ℃
5 re
High temperature warning 55 ℃
Protection
Low temperature warning -15 ℃
Discharge
High temperature protection 65 ℃
Low temperature protection -20 ℃

4.3 Function

No Function Description

1 Setup address By dial switch，set up Main device or second devices

2 System Reset By Reset button, reset system

RS485 connector allows several devices connecting in
Interface for
3 parallel to enlarge battery capacity. RS232 interface communicates with
Communicate
upper computer.
SOC Evaluate and Can dynamic evaluate SOC for each battery pack, and
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Display display the remaining power by 4 green LED.
Operation Status
5 Can display system operation status by 1 green LED
Display
Failure Warning
6 Can display system failure by 1 red LED
Display
Very slight static consumption deviation, and low operation& standby
7 Low Consumption
consumption
Per sampling information, can do SOH evaluation for
8 SOH Evaluation
whole battery

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5 Basic Block Diagram
• There are Battery cells and BMS board inside, before connecting the terminal, please read the diagram, and
make sure the output is no short or other abnormal connection.

Fig 1 Battery Block Diagram

6 Installation and Operation

6-1. Unpacking and Inspection

Unpack the package and check the package contents. The shipping package contains:

 One Battery module

 Two mounting Hangers

 A small bag of screws and nuts

 Positive and negative cable with cable lugs

 LAN cable with RJ45 connectors to connect between battery modules

NOTE: Before installation, please inspect the unit. Be sure that nothing inside the package is damaged during
transportation. Do not turn on the unit and notify the carrier and dealer immediately if there is any damage or lacking
of some parts. Please keep the original package in a safe place for future use.

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6-2. Panel View

No. Item Functional Description Remark

1 Battery - Negative terminal (M6/M8)

2 Air Switch DC output ON/OFF

3 Battery + Positive terminal(M6/M8)

4 RST On/OFF /Reset

5 RS485 RS485 communication interface RS485connection port-A

6 RS485 RS485 communication interface RS485connection port-B

7 RS232 RS232 communication interface

8 ADS Battery address dialer Display connection address

9 DCT Dry contact Alarm function

10 CAPACITY Capacity volume LED indicator Display the battery's capacity

11 ALM ALM alarm LED indicator Red-trouble-light on

12 RUN Working LED indicator Display state information

6-3. Single battery Installation

Installation and wiring must be performed in accordance with the local electric laws/regulations and execute the
following instructions by professional personnel.

1) Make sure the mains wire and breakers in the building are in compliance with the standard of rated capacity of
battery to avoid the hazards of electric shock or fire.

NOTE: Do not use the wall receptacle as the input power source for the battery, as its rated current is less than the
battery’s maximum input current. Otherwise the receptacle may be burned and destroyed.

2) Switch off the mains switch in the building before installation.

3) Turn off all the connected devices before connecting to the battery.

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 NOTE 1: It is recommended to use suitable wire in above table or thicker for safety and efficiency.

4) Put the terminal block cover back to the front panel of the battery.

NOTE: Set the battery pack breaker in “OFF” position and then install the battery pack.

6-4. Software Installation

For optional computer system protection, install battery monitoring software to fully configure battery shutdown and
other setting value.

6-5. Installation of Battery in Parallel

6-6 Installation Precautions

(1) Prior to installation, unpacking to check the quantity of the parts and battery appearance;

(2) Install the hanger and handle and measure the battery voltage with a multimeter. The general factory voltage of

the battery is 49.25-50.25V;

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(3) Prior to wiring, check the Positive and Negative of the battery and the Positive and Negative terminals shall not

be connected reversely;

(4) During battery connection, please wear the protective gloves. When using such metal tools as torque wrench,

please perform insulating packaging for them and two end of the metal tools such as torque wrench shall not

contact the positive and negative terminals of the battery at the same time to avoid battery short-circuit;

(5) Before the battery is connected with the externally connected equipment, make the equipment in a

disconnected state, check whether the connecting polarity of the battery and total voltage are correct, connect the

battery Positive with the equipment Positive and battery Negative with the equipment Negative and fix the

connecting line;

(6) During handling and placement, the battery must be handled gently. No dropping or impacting. The battery shall

not be thrown or beaten to avoid damaging the battery or resulting in potential safety hazard;

(7) Do not touch the surface of the battery box with the sharp part of the tool to scratch or damage the battery box;

(8) Do not disassemble the battery box without authorization;

(9) Do not put any article made of the metal conductive material together with the battery or assemble it into the

battery box;

(10) Install it according to the selected installation mode:

 Installation of standard cabinet (rack): Install the matching hanger for the battery pack and fix them in the

standard cabinet and the tray protection is added for the battery box.

 Installation of wall-mounted box: Prior to installation, please ensure that the wall complies with the wall-

mounted requirements; according to the location in the design plan, install the special wall-mounted box of the

lithium battery; the battery pack is fixed in the wall-mounted box in a hanger manner;

 Installation of integrated indoor and outdoor cabinets (boxes): Install them according to the installation

specification for the customized integrated cabinet (box).

6-7 Operation Instruction for Installation

1) Prior to installation, please check whether the battery is normal.

Press the reset key RST on the front panel for 3S for startup. During startup, 4 capacity indicator lights on the
front panel, ALM alarm indicator light (red) and RUN running indicator light lights up. Check whether all indicator

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lights light up normally; then the ALM alarm indicator light goes out, the RUN running indicator light lights up and
the capacity indicator light lights up according to the capacity.
If the ALM alarm indicator light flashes after startup, it means that the battery has an alarm. The newly installed
battery seldom has alarm. The common alarm is the battery undervoltage alarm (which is resulted from non-use of
the battery for a long time). Such case may be removed after the battery is charged for 30min; if the alarm may not be
removed, please press the reset key RST for 10S, until all LEDs light up for reset, execute the battery reset operation
and confirm whether the alarm is removed. If the alarm is removed, the battery may be used normally. Otherwise the
battery shall be reworked.

2) For the battery which is normal after detection, please press the reset key RST for 3S to execute the battery

ON/OFF operation.

In the OFF state of BMS, press the key for 3S for

Startup startup;
Instructions of
manual In the non-standby state of BMS, press the key for 3S
operation of the Shutdown for shutdown;
reset key RST
In the non-standby state of BMS, press the key for 10S,
Reset until all LEDs light up for reset.

Instructions: “Shutdown” and “standby” and “startup” and “activation” in Chinese have the same meaning;
3) Installation of the lithium battery, wiring and startup.
Make the battery pack in a standby state, install it in the battery cabinet one by one, the Positive and Negative of
the battery pack are connected respectively, which are connected to the switching mode power supply or UPS (Please
note that the switching mode power supply and UPS shall be disconnected from the AC). Press the reset key RST of
one of battery packs for 3S for startup. Such startup battery may activate other batteries which are connected in
parallel (or press the reset key RST of each battery pack for 3S successively) and the whole battery pack with high
capacity enters the working state. Later, apply AC to the power supply equipment such as switching mode power
supply and UPS to make the whole standby system run.
The specification of the connecting line is selected according to the load current, with the common
specifications of the connecting line as follows:
1) When the battery pack with the capacity of 200Ah or below is connected in parallel, it is suggested to select
16mm2 copper wire.
2) When the battery pack with the capacity of 200Ah~300Ah is connected in parallel, it is suggested to select
16mm2 or 25mm2 copper wire.
3) When the battery pack with the capacity of 300Ah or above is connected in parallel, it is suggested to select
25mm2 copper wire.

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 Note: If we do not equip with the battery wire cable by default, which shall be selected according to the total
capacity of the battery pack.

Copper core cable Copper pigtail

Lithium battery
(Option) (Option)

48V50Ah 16mm2/25mm2 16-6/25-6

48V100Ah 16mm2/25mm2 16-6/25-6

Introduction to operation steps in detail according to the capacity required:

• Battery pack in parallel with the capacity of 200Ah or below:

Step 1: Make the battery pack in the standby state and install it in the battery cabinet successively;

Step 2: Disassemble the Positive insulating cap of the neighboring batteries one by one, connect the Positive s
of up and own neighboring battery packs with the installation connecting line and screw on the Positive insulating
cap;

Step 3: According to step 2, connect the Negative of the battery pack;

Step 4: Set the dial-up addresses of all battery modules from top to bottom one by one, which are 1000, 0100,
1100 and 0010 (the dial-up addresses are set according to the number of battery modules actually used) respectively;
(this step may be skipped if there is no need to access to the remote monitoring platform);

Step 5: Perform the cascade connection to RS485 communication interface of the battery module with the
RS485 connecting line; lead to the collector of the monitoring platform from the RS485 interface of the battery
module with the address of 1000 with the RS485 connecting line; (this step may be skipped if there is no need to
access to the remote monitoring platform);
Step 6: Draw out two wires from the Positive and Negative of a battery pack at the top or in the middle
respectively as the main connecting line of the battery pack in parallel, which are connected with the switching mode
power supply or UPS.
Step 7: Press the RST key of each battery pack for Reset and the whole battery pack with high capacity enters
the working state.

• Battery pack with the capacity of 200Ah~300Ah in parallel:

Step 1: Make the battery pack in the standby state and install it in the battery cabinet successively;
Step 2: Disassemble the Positive insulating cap of the battery pack one by one, connect the Positive of each
battery pack to the Positive busbar at the battery cabinet side with the installation connecting line with the same
length and screw on the Positive insulating cap;
Step 3: According to step 2, connect the Negative of the battery pack;

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 Step 4: Set the dial-up addresses of all battery modules from top to bottom one by one, which are 1000, 0100,
1100 and 0010 (the dial-up addresses are set according to the number of battery modules actually used) respectively;
(this step may be skipped if there is no need to access to the remote monitoring platform);

Step 5: Perform the cascade connection to RS485 communication interface of the battery module with the
RS485 connecting line; lead to the collector of the monitoring platform from the RS485 interface of the battery
module with the address of 1000 with the RS485 connecting line; (this step may be skipped if there is no need to
access to the remote monitoring platform).
Step 6: Draw out two wires from the Positive and Negative of a battery pack at the top or in the middle
respectively as the main connecting line of the battery pack in parallel, which are connected with the switching mode
power supply or UPS.
Step 7: Press the RST key of each battery pack for Reset and the whole battery pack with high capacity enters
the working state.

6-8. Circuit breaker of battery circuit is set to OFF, connect it to switch power supply, and output voltage of
switch power supply is set to 54V, current set to 0.2C; after all settings done, switch the circuit breaker
ON.

6-9. Communication of battery

6-9-1 Single battery communication

Communication RS232/USB or RS485/USB

6-9-2 Connection mode for parallel communication

While in parallel communication, dial-up addresses of battery module are 1，2,3,4……14,15,of which 1 is
required to connect with PC Monitor software; FF polling mode used as consulting mode.

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 RS485 Parallel Communication

6-10. Monitor Software interface

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6.11 Upper machine instructions
A、 Software includes:

B、Software Operating System：

PC with WINDOWS operation system.

C、Software Operating Step：

（1） Double click PmodbusToos V2.00(LOG) icon to show software main interface（As shown in figure 1）.

Figure 1：Realtime Monitoring

（2） Open Realtime Monitoring interface（As shown in figure 1），the software automatically search serial port，

and automatically open, realtime read battery voltage, power (Ah, KWh), temperature, and protection of the state of
battery parameters. Operating authority is divided into general rights and administrator privileges.
（3） In Data Save interface (As shown in figure 2), there are two checkboxes: Display and Record Data
Check “ Display”, can real-time display battery status.

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Check “Record Data”, can export battery status in the excel file and save in specific folder.

Figure 2：Data Save

（4） In Memory Information interface(As shown in figure 3)，can read the battery records, including the

protection, alarm, time of occurrence, fault type, fault cell voltage, total voltage, charge/discharge capacity,
charge/discharge current, temperature, etc., moreover it can record battery status within a certain period of time by

setting：Cell voltage, total voltage, charge/discharge capacity, charge/discharge current, temperature, etc.

Figure 3: Memory Information

（5） In Parameter Settings interface (As shown figure 4), it can read the battery parameters.

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Contr ADR：Choose specific Battery

Read All：Read all the parameters

Write All: Write new parameters

Import: Import parameter from a XML to battery

Export: Export battery parameters to the XML file format.

Note: Recommendation Do not arbitrarily change the manufacturer's default parameters

Figure 4: Parameter Settings

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（6） In System Configuration interface (As shown in figure 5), read and write the Pack SN of battery, only
administrator is authorized to set parameter.

Figure 5: System Configuration

（7） In Export Datas interface (As shown in figure 6), export testing data.

Figure 6: Export Datas

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6.12 Dial Switch (Only in Parallel)
When several batteries in parallel, they needs sole address set by dial switch. Below is a list for address setting.

Address Dial switch Remark

0 OFF OFF OFF OFF No parallel, single use
1 ON OFF OFF OFF Pack 1
2 OFF ON OFF OFF Pack 2
3 ON ON OFF OFF Pack 3
4 OFF OFF ON OFF Pack 4
5 ON OFF ON OFF Pack 5
6 OFF ON ON OFF Pack 6
7 ON ON ON OFF Pack 7
8 OFF OFF OFF ON Pack 8
9 ON OFF OFF ON Pack 9
10 OFF ON OFF ON Pack 10
11 ON ON OFF ON Pack 11
12 OFF OFF ON ON Pack 12
13 ON OFF ON ON Pack 13
14 OFF ON ON ON Pack 14
15 ON ON ON ON Pack 15

6.13 Communication Function

RS232 Interface RS485 Interface DCT Interface

RS232 RS485 DCT (NC type)

RJ11 Definition RJ45 Definition Interface Definition
1,2,6 NC 1,8 RS485-B 1,2 Open when there is any
alarm/protection or battery is
shutdown
3 TX 2,7 RS485-A 3,4 Open when there is any
alarm/protection or battery is
shutdown
4 RX 3,6 GND
5 GND 4,5 NC

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7 Operations
7.1. LED Indicators
LED Indicators:
There are 6 LEDs on front panel to show the battery working status:

Capacity Indication Status

LED Flash Status

Flash Way ON OFF

Flash1 0.25Sec 3.75Sec

Flash2 0.5Sec 0.5Sec

Flash3 0.5Sec 1.5Sec

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 NOTE: LED function can be controlled by PC software, the default is ON.

7-2. Buzzer Operation (Optional)

Item Description and Status

Fault Buzzing 0.25S per 1Sec

Protection Buzzing 0.25S per 2Sec(expect for over-charge protection)

Alarm Buzzing 0.25S per 3Sec(expect for over-charge alarm)

NOTE: Buzzer function can be set by PC software, the default is off.

8 Troubleshooting
If the battery does not operate correctly, please solve the problem by using the table below.

Symptom Possible cause Remedy

No indication and alarm in the front

display panel Sleeping mode Press Reset to normal mode

No indication and alarm in the front

display panel even Reset still no Battery voltage too low Charge battery immediately

Red LED Flashing when Standby Battery cell low voltage Charge battery immediately

BMS show alarm, protect and

Red LED Flashing when charging Alarm for protection when charging adjustment

Red LED Flashing when Discharging Battery too low and will shutdown Charge battery immediately

RED LED Lighting continuous Battery wrong Need to repair

9 Storage and Maintenance

9-1. Storage
Before storing, charge the battery at least 7 hours. Store the Battery covered and upright in a cool, dry location.
Recommend long-term storage temperature is 15°C -25°C. During storage, recharge the battery in accordance
with the following table:

Storage Temperature Recharge Frequency Charging Duration

0°C - 40°C Every 3 months 1-2 hours

9-2. Maintenance

The battery system operates with hazardous voltages. Repairs may be carried out only by qualified
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maintenance personnel.

Even after the unit is disconnected from the mains, components inside are still connected to the battery cells
which are potentially dangerous.

Before carrying out any kind of service and/or maintenance, disconnect the batteries and verify that no
current is present and no hazardous voltage exists in the terminals.

Only persons are adequately familiar with batteries and with the required precautionary measures may
replace batteries and supervise operations. Unauthorized persons must be kept well away from the batteries.

Verify that no voltage between the battery terminals and the ground is present before maintenance or repair.
In this product, the battery circuit is not isolated from the input voltage. Hazardous voltages may occur between the
battery terminals and the ground.

Batteries may cause electric shock and have a high short-circuit current. Please remove all
wristwatches, rings and other metal personal objects before maintenance or repair, and only use tools with insulated
grips and handles for maintaining or repairing.

When replace the batteries, install the same number and same type of batteries.

When replace the parallel batteries, make sure the new battery is full charged.

Do not open or destroy batteries. Escaping electrolyte can cause injury to the skin and eyes. It may be toxic.

Please replace the fuse only with the same type and amperage in order to avoid fire hazards.

Do not disassemble the battery system.

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