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Low Voltage (LV) 51.2V LiFePO4 Batteries

The Smarter Energy Choice for Australian Households

Low Voltage (LV) 51.2V LiFePO4 batteries are transforming the way Australian homes generate, store, and use energy. Whether you’re aiming for energy independence with an off-grid system or enhancing your on-grid solar setup, these batteries provide unparalleled reliability, safety, and efficiency.

Discover why they’re the perfect fit for your energy needs.


Why Choose LV 51.2V LiFePO4 Batteries?

  1. Safety and Reliability
    • Stable Chemistry: LiFePO4 batteries are among the safest lithium chemistries, with a proven track record for thermal and chemical stability.
    • Long Lifespan: Designed for durability, these batteries can deliver up to 10,000+ cycles, ensuring 10–15 years of reliable performance.
    • LV (low voltage) For most residential, off-grid, or backup power systems, 51.2V LiFePO4 batteries offer a compelling combination of safety, simplicity, flexibility, and cost-efficiency.
  2. Optimal Performance for Solar Applications
    • High Efficiency: Maximize your energy usage with minimal losses during charge and discharge.
    • Consistent Output: Delivers stable voltage throughout its charge cycle, making it ideal for sensitive electronics and high-power devices.
  3. Cost-Effective Energy Storage
    • Lower total cost of ownership compared to alternatives
    • Reduced reliance on grid power saves you money on electricity bills.
  4. Environmentally Friendly

Cost-Effectiveness

  1. Lower Upfront Costs:
    • 51.2V LiFePO4 batteries are significantly cheaper per kWh compared to proprietary systems like the Tesla Powerwall.
    • Proprietary systems often include built-in software, branding, and installation costs that drive up the price.
  2. No Forced Ecosystem: Proprietary systems like the Powerwall include built in inverters and often lock you into a particular ecosystem, increasing overall costs.With 51.2V batteries, you can choose compatible inverters, chargers, and monitoring systems to match your budget and needs.

Perfect Pairing with DEYE and Victron Inverters

When paired with advanced inverters like the DEYE Hybrid LV SUN-5K-SG04LP1-AU or a Victron AC Coupled System, LV 51.2V batteries integrate seamlessly into your home energy system.

  • DEYE Hybrid Inverters: Provide robust support for off-grid systems or grid-tied setups with backup functionality.
  • Victron AC Coupled Systems: Expand your existing solar system without replacing your existing PV inverter, offering flexibility and reduced cost.
  • Understanding AC Coupling: AC coupling refers to the configuration where both the battery inverter (e.g., MultiPlus-II) and the grid-tied solar inverter are connected on the AC side of the system. In this setup, the solar inverter supplies AC power, which can be used directly by AC loads or converted by the MultiPlus-II to charge the batteries.
  • 2. Frequency Shifting for Power Regulation: The MultiPlus-II utilizes frequency shifting to manage the output of the grid-tied solar inverter, especially during off-grid operation or when battery charging is complete. By slightly increasing the AC frequency, the MultiPlus-II signals the solar inverter to reduce its output, thereby preventing battery overcharging and potential system overloads.
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  • 3. Adhering to the Factor 1.0 Rule: It’s crucial to ensure that the maximum power output of the grid-tied solar inverter does not exceed the VA rating of the MultiPlus-II. This “Factor 1.0” rule helps prevent scenarios where sudden load drops could lead to battery overcharging or AC voltage spikes. For instance, a 3,000 VA MultiPlus-II should be paired with a solar inverter whose output does not exceed 3,000 W.
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  • 4. Compatibility with Frequency Shifting: Not all solar inverters support frequency shifting. It’s essential to verify that your existing solar inverter can respond appropriately to frequency changes initiated by the MultiPlus-II. Some inverters have settings or modes (often referred to as “island mode” or “micro-grid mode”) that enable this functionality. Consult your solar inverter’s documentation or manufacturer to confirm compatibility.

These pairings deliver an adaptable energy solution tailored to Australian households, whether you’re starting fresh or enhancing an existing solar system.


On-Grid or Off-Grid: Versatility for Every Home

Off-Grid Applications:

  • Reliable Power Supply: Ideal for rural properties or areas with limited grid access, providing consistent electricity.
  • Energy Storage: Store excess solar energy for use during nighttime or cloudy days, ensuring uninterrupted power availability.
  • Petrol or Diesel Generators can offer a backup in the rare weather events such as long periods of overcast or cloudy weather.

On-Grid Solutions:

  • Cost Reduction: Lower electricity bills by maximizing solar self-consumption, reducing reliance on grid electricity.
  • Backup Power: Ensure seamless operation during grid outages, keeping your household running smoothly.
  • Energy Storage for Peak Times: Store generated solar energy for use during evening peak rate periods, optimizing energy usage and savings.

Virtual Power Plants (VPPs):

Participating in a VPP allows you to leverage your battery storage to generate income by exporting stored energy to the grid during high-demand periods.

Amber Electric

Some customers have already started to join the Amber/Evergen as mentioned here
(this is a new integration, and therefor now its complete, people can enjoy control over there systems like never before) we think of this as the open source version of Solar and Battery storage. The more people who join, the better it is for all of us together)


Why Australians Are Switching to Low Voltage (LV) LiFePO4 Batteries

  • With rising energy costs and frequent grid instability, more Australians are turning to renewable energy solutions. LV 51.2V batteries ensure you can harness and store solar power efficiently while reducing your carbon footprint.

Your Trusted Partner in Energy Storage

At LiFePo4 Australia, we specialize in providing high-quality 51.2V LiFePO4 batteries tailored for Australian conditions. Whether you’re looking to power your home sustainably or achieve complete energy independence, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.


Ready to Upgrade Your Energy System?

Take control of your energy future with LV 51.2V LiFePO4 batteries. Contact us today to learn more or explore our range of battery and inverter solutions for Australian households.

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Hithium 280ah 12000 cycle LFP cells used in 400MWh The largest standalone battery storage project in China

The 200MW/400MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) is live in Ningxia, China, equipped with Hithium lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells.

Established 3 years ago in 2019 is already ramping up to a target of more than 135GWh of annual battery cell production capacity by 2025 for a total investment value of about US$4.71 billion.

The project was connected to the grid earlier this month, through a system integrator called ROBESTEC, about which little information appears publicly available. However, it is understood that although Hithium makes and provides complete BESS solutions as well as cells, in this case, it was the cell supplier.

200MW/400MWh HITHIUM LFP BESS in China

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The facility stores energy at times of abundant generation from solar PV and wind, putting it into the grid during times of peak demand. It will also help regulate grid frequency.

If you are interested in these new 280AH cells, which Hithium and CATL currently can produce specifically for ESS use, let us know, as we have access to the cells when the demand is slightly lower. As these are actually in high demand for commercial applications, and they technically are hard to get for the DIY community.

it’s expected this giant LFP battery will cut CO2 emissions by 501,000 tons per year

Hithium specializes in the R&D, production, and sales of LFP energy storage batteries and systems. With strong customer orientation, they are committed to providing safe, efficient, clean, and sustainable energy storage solutions for the world. Hithium now has over 4400 employees globally including over 1000 R&D engineers with extensive experience in energy storage. With a planned 4.71 billion USD total investment and 1,400,000m2 factory space to achieve 135GWh production capacity of the energy storage battery in 2025.

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280ah capacity test
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We delivered these cells in 2022 to a few customers and currently have a small shipment arriving again in February 2023. As they are an unknown brand to many customers, we haven’t ordered large quantities, because many customers still want EVE, CATL, LiShen, CALB, and various other brands they have heard of. It’s just not a well-known brand,

In the past was a bad thing, But with this type of new technology, sometimes it’s a great thing to get in early while you can.

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Seplos Battery Australia

Seplos is a battery factory in China, alot like many other Alibaba sellers, they put together batteries. They sell a number of Batteries along with some DIY kits to make your life a little easier. The truth is, that although these KITS are easier, they work out a lot more expensive than if you just purchase the cells and the BMS and case yourself. They use B-grade cells, and you can find that information on some Youtube channels.

Should you want to choose Seplos, reach out to me and I can source anything you require. But my recommendation is to not choose Seplos for your next DIY project, as they are expensive for what you get, should you want to do DIY we can get everything you require for better pricing and we can guarantee the quality of the cells and other aspects of your build. We highly recommend not building anything larger than 48v 100ah banks as they get too heavy to be moved. That’s why every company has settled on such a size of 5kwh.

Some examples of their products are

  1. Seplos mason 206 51.2v 16s 206ah 10.5kwh solar energy storage lifepo4 battery pack
  2. PUSUNG-R 48V 100Ah residential solar power energy home battery storage system
  3. PUSUNG-S Stackable Household Lithium 48v 100ah lifepo4 10KWh
  4. MASON 51.2V 135Ah LiFePO4 Battery

And of course, we can help you to get this product. But even the BMS is cheaper than they are asking from the actual manufacturer, not through Seplos.

Seplos rose to fame because of the BMS, and its support for some Inverters on the DIYSOLARFORUM. However alot of time has now passed and almost all decent BMS can communicate with most inverters

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