Why Choose Lithium Storage Batteries
For the lowest cost per kWh cycle and the highest energy density, lithium storage batteries are the ideal choice for renewable energy systems with storage needs.
Applications of Lithium Storage Batteries
It’s clear that lithium batteries outperform traditional lead-acid batteries in nearly every aspect — except for upfront cost. However, when it comes to lifecycle cost per kWh, lithium batteries have a significant advantage. That’s why they are the preferred solution for both residential and commercial energy storage systems, providing reliable and long-term backup power during outages.
A lithium-ion battery is a type of rechargeable battery that uses lithium ions as its core electrolyte component. These batteries offer high energy density, meaning they store more energy in a compact form factor. They are widely used in consumer electronics (like laptops and smartphones), electric vehicles, and increasingly in large-scale energy storage applications.
INVENTRONICS lithium storage batteries are specifically engineered for a wide range of applications, including homes, data centers, commercial buildings, banks, hospitals, schools, railway stations, airports, and telecom infrastructure.
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How Lithium-Ion Batteries Work in an Energy Storage System
Lithium-ion batteries are rechargeable batteries widely used in energy storage systems due to their high energy density, long cycle life, excellent safety performance, and ability to undergo repeated charging and discharging with minimal degradation.
How Lithium-Ion Batteries Work in an Energy Storage System
Lithium-ion batteries are widely used in energy storage systems due to their high energy density, long cycle life, and efficiency. Their operation can be broken down into four key components: charging, discharging, recharging, and battery management.
1. Charging
When the battery is connected to a charger, a voltage is applied that drives lithium ions to move from the cathode (positive electrode) to the anode (negative electrode) through the electrolyte. These lithium ions are stored in the anode material, typically graphite.
2. Discharging
When the battery supplies power to a load — such as an inverter in an energy storage system — the lithium ions move back from the anode to the cathode through the electrolyte. Simultaneously, electrons flow from the anode to the cathode through an external circuit, delivering electrical energy to power the connected devices.
3. Recharging
After the battery has been discharged, it can be recharged by reversing the flow of lithium ions. When connected to a power source, lithium ions move once again from the cathode to the anode, restoring the battery’s energy storage capacity for the next cycle.
4. Battery Management System (BMS)
In an energy storage system, a Battery Management System (BMS) plays a critical role. It monitors and regulates key parameters such as voltage, current, and temperature to ensure safe and efficient charging and discharging. The BMS protects the battery from overcharging, over-discharging, overheating, and other conditions that could reduce its performance or lifespan.
The use of lithium-ion batteries—particularly lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO₄) batteries—has grown significantly in recent years, driven by their exceptional efficiency, long lifespan, and high reliability in energy storage applications.
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