<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <feed xml:lang="el" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:opensearch="http://a9.com/-/spec/opensearch/1.1/" xmlns:s="http://jadedpixel.com/-/spec/shopify"> <id>https://www.sanfoupower.com/el/blogs/news.atom</id> <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.sanfoupower.com/el/blogs/news"/> <link rel="self" type="application/atom+xml" href="https://www.sanfoupower.com/el/blogs/news/tagged/lifepo4battery.atom"/> <title>SANFOU - News</title> <updated>2024-11-02T10:54:13+01:00</updated> <author> <name>SANFOU</name> </author> <entry> <id>https://www.sanfoupower.com/el/blogs/news/lifepo4-batteries-for-your-camping-adventures</id> <published>2024-09-11T07:00:00+02:00</published> <updated>2024-10-11T06:31:14+02:00</updated> <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.sanfoupower.com/el/blogs/news/lifepo4-batteries-for-your-camping-adventures"/> <title>LiFePO4 batteries for your camping adventures</title> <author> <name>TEAM SANFOU</name> </author> <content type="html"> <![CDATA[<p>Do you like to spend your vacations relaxing in nature with an adventure in the wilderness?</p> <p><br data-mce-fragment="1">Nowadays, there are many different forms of camping, more choices of camping, the camping experience has been greatly improved, and the equipment and facilities have become more and more abundant. The number of people choosing to go camping has grown exponentially. Since camping trips usually last from 2-7 days, it is crucial to have enough batteries for the trip to better power communication devices, lighting and other necessary electrical equipment.<br data-mce-fragment="1">If you are new to wilderness camping, the variety of camping formats can be confusing. Here we'll explore what the differences are between the different types of camping and how best to prepare adequate power for an RV wilderness trip.<br data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Types of Camping<br data-mce-fragment="1">When it comes to camping, we often come across these confusing terms in addition to the known broader meaning of “camping”: Boondocking, dispersed camping and dry camping.</p> <p><br data-mce-fragment="1">Boondocking: Camping in a remote area without the use of utilities and other connections. With no access to garbage facilities, traditional fire pits, picnic areas, or utilities, and having to bring your own water, boondocking is a form of off-grid living away from the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoying the serenity of the wilderness. In an RV and without a fee.</p> <p><br data-mce-fragment="1">Dispersed Camping: camping on public lands (e.g., national and state parks, national and state forests, wilderness areas, and Bureau of Land Management) in an RV, tent, or without any form of shelter, outside of established campgrounds, not connected to or without access to other amenities, remote and without cell phone service, and free of charge. It is necessary to carry emergency communication equipment and have plenty of RV battery power to keep your RV camping trip safely underway.</p> <p><br data-mce-fragment="1">Dry Camping: literally usually refers to camping without a water source and needs to be brought. The absence of any hookups indicates that there is no power connection and no water connection. Can be done at established or primitive campgrounds and may be paid or free.</p> <p><br data-mce-fragment="1">These are the more mainstream categories of camping, and regardless of the form of camping, you will need to have batteries or spare batteries as a back-up power source for your trip.</p> <p><br data-mce-fragment="1">Here, we recommend LiFePO4 Battery as the first choice for camping batteries. (SANFOU currently offers 12V and 24V LFP batteries with different capacities for selection)<br data-mce-fragment="1">Based on the superior performance and characteristics of LiFePO4 battery, it is very suitable for RV traveling.<br data-mce-fragment="1">RV traveling will generate electricity to provide power for the equipment in the RV to maintain operation, but when the RV is parked, the battery is needed to provide power for the equipment.<br data-mce-fragment="1">However, when the caravan is parked, batteries are needed to power the equipment (lighting, ventilation fans, electronic equipment, etc.), and it is necessary to prepare sufficient batteries according to the actual number of days of use and the demand for electricity, so as to avoid the shortage of electricity, which will bring risks to the trip.<br data-mce-fragment="1">Depth of discharge can be up to 100%, which is 2~3 times higher than traditional lead-acid batteries.</p> <p><br data-mce-fragment="1">SANFOU 12V100Ah LiFePO4 Battery weighs only 10.7kg, which is 2/3 lighter than the same type of lead-acid batteries, space-saving, green and environmentally friendly.<br data-mce-fragment="1">Long service life and high cost performance. The maximum service life is up to 10 years, the initial investment may be larger, but low maintenance, long service life, the total economic efficiency is higher. SANFOU lithium battery cycle times 5000+.<br data-mce-fragment="1">BMS protection function is equipped with an integrated battery management system that prevents overcharging, over-discharging, over-current, short-circuit, and high temperature.</p> <p><br data-mce-fragment="1">If your RV is equipped with solar panels to charge the LiFePO4 Battery, you can increase the efficiency of solar charging on the go by installing a suitable MPPT that converts solar energy into electricity stored in the LiFePO4 Battery to power the devices you need on cloudy days or when the RV is parked. SANFOU will soon be releasing the 2430 MPPT for 12V and 24V! batteries, if you are interested, please follow SANFOU OFFICIAL SITE.<br data-mce-fragment="1">SANFOU will be launching 2430 MPPT for 12V and 24V battery soon.</p> <p><br data-mce-fragment="1">Activities<br data-mce-fragment="1">SANFOU will launch a lot of promotional offers in September-October, if you need, if you are interested, please keep watching!</p>]]> </content> </entry> <entry> <id>https://www.sanfoupower.com/el/blogs/news/lithium-batteries-for-multiple-scenarios-trolling-motor</id> <published>2024-06-09T13:00:00+02:00</published> <updated>2024-08-27T08:19:25+02:00</updated> <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.sanfoupower.com/el/blogs/news/lithium-batteries-for-multiple-scenarios-trolling-motor"/> <title>Lithium batteries for multiple scenarios - Trolling motor</title> <author> <name>SANFOUTEAM</name> </author> <content type="html"> <![CDATA[<table data-mce-fragment="1"> <tbody data-mce-fragment="1"> <tr data-mce-fragment="1"> <td width="993" data-mce-fragment="1">What is the best way to choose the right battery for your Trolling motor so that your boat has plenty of power and you don't have to worry about getting into trouble or running out of juice?<br data-mce-fragment="1">By far, many people will choose to use AGM batteries, which are readily available at any marine dealer, local big box store, or auto store. Inevitably, when using AGM batteries, you have to take into account their weight and the actual amount of power available, and many anglers usually keep a backup power source on hand in case of emergencies, and have to replace their batteries at least once every couple of years. As battery technology advances and batteries become more powerful, many people are choosing to replace their batteries with lithium batteries.<br data-mce-fragment="1">We will briefly discuss Trolling motor battery options in this Blog. If you are interested in energy storage batteries, then you can't miss this show: ees Europe - Europe's Largest and Most International Exhibition for Batteries and Energy Storage Systems Munich, Germany.<br data-mce-fragment="1">Energy storage power supplies are always evolving and aiming to become more environmentally friendly. Lithium iron phosphate batteries are non-toxic, non-polluting and non-polluting during production and use, which is why they are used in marine activities.<br data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Trolling motor battery system<br data-mce-fragment="1">A trolling motor consists of an electric motor, propeller and controller, usually mounted on the bow or stern of a boat. It is primarily used for precise and quiet maneuvering at slow speeds, making it ideal for fishing and other activities that require stealth and control.<br data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Three voltage options: 12V, 24V, 36V<br data-mce-fragment="1">They each have their own advantages and disadvantages, and when choosing the right LiFePO4 battery to power them we need to take into account many aspects of our needs to ensure that the battery and the Trolling motor are highly compatible and perform optimally.<br data-mce-fragment="1">Voltage<br data-mce-fragment="1">When selecting a battery, it is important to consider the voltage of the Trolling motor's battery system, as different voltages can fulfill different needs.<br data-mce-fragment="1">12V<br data-mce-fragment="1">A 12V Trolling motor can meet general trolling requirements and is usually used on smaller boats with less than 70lbs of thrust, but cannot meet higher thrust requirements and running times. There is a wide selection of 12V batteries, such as the SANFOU 12V 100Ah, 12V 200Ah, 12V 300Ah, and the latest 12.8V 100Ah Upgrade, all of which are capable of meeting power needs, but you should pay attention to whether or not they are capable of meeting the thrust requirements and runtime you need when selecting a battery.<br data-mce-fragment="1">24V<br data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">24V trolling motors are for medium sized boats with less than 100 lbs. of thrust, if your boat uses this type of motor, then selecting a SANFOU 24V battery will meet the higher power and longer run time requirements of this type of trolling motor.<br data-mce-fragment="1">There are also a variety of 24V lithium iron phosphate batteries available, so choose the right one for your needs.<br data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">36V<br data-mce-fragment="1">Designed for use in larger boats (<120 lbs) and heavy duty applications, the 36V trolling motor delivers the highest level of thrust and is ideal for anglers who require superior performance. However, it is worth noting that 36V systems cost more and have limited battery options.<br data-mce-fragment="1">When your boat uses this model Trolling motor, then you may want to consider choosing multiple batteries in series and parallel to form a battery pack to meet the power requirements, but be aware that the batteries used should be of the same make and model, and preferably recently purchased, to avoid damage to the batteries.<br data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Boat size and weight, Trolling motor power requirements, running time<br data-mce-fragment="1">Boat size, weight and Trolling motor should be matched, otherwise it can't provide the right thrust to meet the normal sailing requirements of the boat, less than 70lbs for small boats; less than 100lbs for medium-sized boats. When choosing, please carefully match the parameters of the battery, the boat, and the trolling motor.<br data-mce-fragment="1">When choosing the right lithium battery, in addition to voltage matching, you should also pay attention to the power requirements of the trolling motor, which is closely related to the running time and performance you need.<br data-mce-fragment="1">Weight<br data-mce-fragment="1">Batteries mounted on a boat add to the overall weight, and the difference in weight between an AGM battery and a Li-Ion battery can be up to three times the weight of the same model, which also affects the performance of the Trolling motor, and we recommend the LiFePO4 Battery for its cost-effectiveness, both because of its lighter weight, and also because of its higher performance and longer runtime, DOD 100% and space saving.<br data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Trolling Motor Applications<br data-mce-fragment="1">Fishing: Allows anglers to quietly approach schools of fish and hold position without disturbing the water surface.<br data-mce-fragment="1">Navigation: Provides precise control when navigating narrow waterways or around obstacles.<br data-mce-fragment="1">Recreational Boating: For recreational cruising on lakes, rivers and coastal waters.<br data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">SANFOU LiFePO4 Battery is a lightweight, high performance battery that meets your needs for trolling motor power, runtime and performance, making it a great partner for marine activities. Choose SANFOU to give you a good experience.<br data-mce-fragment="1">Activity<br data-mce-fragment="1">If you are into RV, Camping, Trolling motor, want to buy batteries or are interested in energy storage, don't miss this event:<br data-mce-fragment="1">ees Europe - Europe's Largest and Most International Exhibition for Batteries and Energy Storage Systems<br data-mce-fragment="1">Exhibition: June 19-21, 2024, Messe München</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>]]> </content> </entry> <entry> <id>https://www.sanfoupower.com/el/blogs/news/soc-and-charge-of-lifepo4-battery</id> <published>2024-04-30T10:00:00+02:00</published> <updated>2024-08-26T09:39:30+02:00</updated> <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.sanfoupower.com/el/blogs/news/soc-and-charge-of-lifepo4-battery"/> <title>SOC and Charge of LiFePO4 Battery</title> <author> <name>SANFOUTEAM</name> </author> <content type="html"> <![CDATA[<h2 data-mce-fragment="1">Introduction to LiFePO4 Battery</h2> <p data-mce-fragment="1">As the frontrunner of a new generation of battery, lithium battery is known for its remarkable performance,high energy density, longer lifespan, and enhanced safety features. It has been applied widespreadly in various industries: electric vehicles (EVs) , renewable energy storage, marine applications and consumer electronics.</p> <h2 data-mce-fragment="1">What is the SOC?</h2> <p data-mce-fragment="1">SOC refers to the State of Charg, indicating the amount of energy remaining in the battery relative to its fully charged capacity. For LiFePO4 batteries, SOC is usually expressed as a percentage, with 0% indicating a fully discharged battery and 100% representing a fully charged battery. Monitoring SOC is crucial for optimizing battery performance, extending its lifespan, and preventing over-discharge or overcharge scenarios. At the same time, when users are confused about the charging and discharging voltages, the SOC can also clearly show the voltage and charge at each stage of the battery's charging and discharging.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> </p> <h2 data-mce-fragment="1">Several factors will influence the SOC of LiFePO4 battery:</h2> <ol data-mce-fragment="1"> <li data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Current</strong>: higher charge/discharge current lead to faster change of SOC.</li> <li data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Temperature</strong>: the temperature of the battery is also the important factors in influencing SOC. Extreme temperatures, both high and low, can affect the accuracy of SOC measurements and impact battery performance.</li> <li data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Cycle times</strong>: the number of battery cycle affects the SOC estimation and longevity.</li> </ol> <h2 data-mce-fragment="1">Voltage change while charged:</h2> <p data-mce-fragment="1">While charging, the voltage of a lithium battery increases gradually as it accumulates energy. This voltage increase occurs due to the movement of lithium ions between the positive and negative electrodes. During the battery charging process, the voltage will continue to increase until it reaches the maximum safe voltage. Beyond this point, further charging can lead to damage or safety hazards.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Generally, a higher SOC corresponds to a higher voltage, reflecting the amount of energy stored in the battery. Conversely, a lower SOC correlates with a lower voltage.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">However, it's essential to note that the voltage alone doesn't provide a precise measure of the battery's capacity. Factors like internal resistance, load characteristics, and aging affect the voltage response. </p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">When the battery energy is at 0%, it means that the battery is fully discharged, and there is no more usable energy left to power devices or perform work. However, the voltage reading might still display 13.2V or another value, depending on the battery chemistry and the characteristics of the voltage measurement system.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> </p> <h2 data-mce-fragment="1">To maximize the performance and longevity of LiFePO4 batteries, what should we pay attention to?</h2> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Charging a lithium battery requires careful considertion of various parameters to ensure its optimal performance and safety.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Voltage</strong>: Even if you have other chargers at home, you should pay attention to whether it can adjust to the lithium battery charging mode. Different batteries have different voltage requirements, and lithium battery voltage limit ranges generally from 3.6V to 3.8V per cell. It's also to prevent overcharging.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Current</strong>: Charging current should be controlled to avoid overheating and degradation of the battery. The optimal current refer to the battery capacity and manufacturer recommendations.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">BMS</strong>: BMS systems help monitor SOC, prevent overcharging, and balance battery voltage to improve safety and longevity.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Last but not least, following the manufacturer guidelines for charging profiles, cycle limits and storage conditions to optimize battery performance and life. When you can not determine the optimal voltage, current, and appropriate operating temperature of the battery charging and discharging, please consult the relevant service personnel, so as to avoid causing safety problems.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> </p>]]> </content> </entry> <entry> <id>https://www.sanfoupower.com/el/blogs/news/lithium-batteries-vs-lead-acid-batteries-which-one-is-better</id> <published>2024-04-20T10:00:00+02:00</published> <updated>2024-08-26T09:36:31+02:00</updated> <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.sanfoupower.com/el/blogs/news/lithium-batteries-vs-lead-acid-batteries-which-one-is-better"/> <title>Lithium batteries vs. lead-acid batteries: Which one is better?</title> <author> <name>SANFOUTEAM</name> </author> <content type="html"> <![CDATA[<p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">The use of lithium batteries: an incredible leap</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">The history of batteries is similar to the history of human development. The introduction of lithium batteries into the lives of every household is inseparable from the continuous development of science and the countless people who have dedicated themselves to it. From the discovery of electricity to the use of electricity to the storage of electricity, human’s needs have promoted the development of batteries. The types of batteries are quite rich and can be classified in many directions from model, purpose, and composition. Below we mainly talk about: lithium batteries and lead-acid batteries.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Why can lithium batteries replace lead-acid batteries?</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Lithium batteries and lead-acid batteries are representatives of deep cycle batteries, so why are lithium batteries more recommended now? Although the two are important sources of power for ships, RVs, and solar cycle systems, they are quite different in many aspects. Distinguishing between the two can also help us make the appropriate choice according to our needs.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">First of all, the battery itself is a good helper in providing energy power. Lead-acid batteries use traditional technology, which also means that lithium batteries have higher technical performance.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><img src="//cdn.shoplazza.com/6f20192cda64ef3652c8cfa972b06885.jpg" alt="" width="1281" height="525" data-mce-fragment="1" data-mce-src="//cdn.shoplazza.com/6f20192cda64ef3652c8cfa972b06885.jpg"></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Weight and size: Portable? Space utilization?</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">The size and weight of lead-acid batteries are often a pain point for this type of battery. If they need to be used or transported outside, they require some helpers. Moreover, if placed at home, the space utilization rate is low and it takes up family space.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">On the contrary, lithium batteries have been improved to address the low utilization rate of space and weight. They are easy to carry and have greatly reduced weight and volume. They are indeed a good choice for home use.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Q</strong><strong data-mce-fragment="1">uality-price ratio</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">In addition, the battery should be cost-effective. Although lead-acid batteries have long been known for their affordability and long life, lithium batteries are not to be outdone in this regard.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Significantly improved performance = higher cost performance: For consumers, the first thing they care about when buying a product is the price. Looking at the price alone, lead-acid batteries seem to have an advantage. However, this was the previous view. Nowadays, people have higher requirements for performance and quality, and they are also more thorough when shopping.Then people will pay more attention to the performance of the battery itself: service life, battery capacity, battery charging and discharging. Lithium batteries have a higher energy density, which makes them lighter and more compact than lead-acid batteries. Apart from battery capacity, more importantly, lithium-ion batteries can reach 100 percent depth of discharge, this value is even close to twice as high as the lead-acid batteries. For the same capacity, lithium batteries is undoubtedly a better choice. The service life of lithium batteries can be up to ten years, while lead-acid batteries are known for their long-term use, but their actual service life is only 2 to 3 years.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">To sum up, looking at the price, lead-acid will be more popular. However, the lithium battery itself performance and service life is more cost-effective than lead-acid, and reduces the maintenance requirements, so that people are more worry-free, the use of a better sense of experience.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Tips for charging</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Lithium batteries and lead-acid batteries have different charging processes, the two chargers can not be mixed, there is a risk of explosion. Lead-acid batteries are charged in three stages: the voltage rises gradually during the bulk charging stage until it reaches the highest level. Next is the absorption stage, during which the voltage remains constant and the current decreases. Finally, the charging process enters the float stage, where the voltage is reduced to a lower level to keep the battery fully charged without overcharging.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">LiFePO4 batteries are charged in two stages: the LiFePO4 battery charging process requires a constant current/constant voltage (CC/CV) charging method, in which the current remains constant until the battery reaches a specific voltage, after which the voltage is held constant until the current gradually decreases.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Understanding the differences in charging and discharging between the two can help avoid intermittent battery life, performance and safety concerns.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Lithium batteries contribute to environmental protection</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Changes in the earth's environmental climate have led to an increased emphasis on environmental protection. From this perspective, lithium batteries are better.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Currently, lead-acid batteries and lithium batteries are mainly common on the market. They are also the focus of this article. Lead-acid batteries contain lead compounds, once leaked out of the serious environmental pollution, can be divided into four main types: The most fundamental point or heavy metal pollution. In the production and processing of batteries, metal lead is easy to produce lead fumes, lead vapor and sulfuric acid mist, etc., polluting the atmosphere. Cadmium metal is an additive to the alloy, and will be volatilized into the air when used lead-acid batteries are incinerated.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">The production route of lithium batteries has always been advocating green, environmental protection, recycling, utilization is also more environmentally friendly, so on the environmental point of view lithium batteries are truly environmentally friendly products. Cobalt in lithium batteries, although there is pollution, but as a transition metal element activity in general, the impact on the environment is not great.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">In conclusion</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">From this point of view, no matter from the performance, price, or environmental protection, lithium batteries is an excellent choice for recyclable batteries in the future for a long time.</p>]]> </content> </entry> </feed>