Eight new models in Valence Technology's U-Charge Power System lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery line perform well in applications with long run times. The RT and XP models are built with the company's proprietary Saphion technology, which eliminates many of the safety issues associated with traditional oxide-based Li-ion technologies to create safe, large-format rechargeable batteries.
The four RT models feature built-in battery management for voltage, temperature, and state-of-charge monitoring and cell balancing. Internal disconnects make them fault-tolerant.
The four XP models are capable of peak power rates of 500 to 1700 continuous watts. Each model integrates battery-monitoring electronics with a communications port. Up to 30 of these battery systems can be connected in series for very high-voltage applications, such as pure electric vehicles, series hybrid electric vehicles, and power backup.
A battery-management system (U-BMS) and a battery-discharge indicator (U-BDI) are available. The U-BMS can be used with 12- to 450-V applications to provide smart battery-to-battery balancing, battery system monitoring, direct control of external disconnects, and remote battery system control. The U-BDI companion device displays the state-of-charge for RT models.
Production of two of the U-Charge RT Power System batteries began last year. Production for the remaining models is expected in the first half of this year.
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A series of RoHS-compliant (Restrictions on Hazardous Substances) 150-W ac-dc power supplies from Artesyn Technologies works well as front ends for systems with distributed power and point-of-load architectures. The high-density TLP150 series comes in a 5- by 3- by 1.25-in. package that fits in 1U-high rack equipment. A choice of 12-, 24-, or 48-V outputs simplifies system integration. In addition to the main output channel, each power supply also provides a 12-V output for powering fans and an optional auxiliary "always-on" 5-V dc output for applications that require standby operation. Samples are available for immediate shipment, and the lead time for standard supplies is eight to 12 weeks. Pricing starts at $69 each in 500-unit quantities. For more information, go to www.artesyn.com.
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