RICH SOLAR Alpha 5 48V 100Ah LiFePO4 Server Rack Battery | 4.8kWh
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Power your off-grid workshop, residential backup, or commercial solar array with the ultra-premium RICH SOLAR Alpha 5 48V 100Ah LiFePO4 Server Rack Battery. Engineered with deep-cycle Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) cells, this high-performance 4.8 kWh energy storage unit delivers an industry-leading 7,000+ lifetime cycles at an 80% Depth of Discharge (DoD). Perfect for clean energy systems, it combines a sleek 19-inch standard server rack form factor with an advanced, built-in Smart Battery Management System (BMS) for comprehensive security, scalability, and an impressive 20-year operational lifespan.
Premium Features & Smart Safety Design
- Unrivaled Longevity: Rated for over 7,000 charge/discharge cycles—offering up to a 20-year dependable lifespan under optimal conditions.
- Advanced Intelligent BMS: Continuously regulates parameters with safety protections against over-charging, over-discharging, over-current, short circuits, and severe temperature fluctuations.
- Cell-Level Safety Fusing: Every individual cell is fused. In the rare event of a cell anomaly, it safely isolates itself to prevent cascading damage, allowing the rest of the battery pack to operate perfectly.
- Seamless Scalability: Easily connect multiple units in parallel to dynamically expand your total storage capacity as your power demands grow.
- Robust Infrastructure Ready: Features a durable, high-quality cold-rolled steel enclosure built for standard 19-inch server racks.
Available Configurations & Packages
To fit your specific garage energy storage or whole-home solar architecture, select from our tailored single-battery options or comprehensive multi-pack bundles featuring heavy-duty steel server racks.
| Configuration Option | Total Storage Capacity | Voltage Output | Included Hardware |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Battery Only | 4.8 kWh | 48V Nominal | Parallel cables & 1ft RS485 communication cable |
| 2 Batteries Only | 9.6 kWh | 48V Nominal | Parallel cables & RS485 communication cables |
| 3 Batteries + Free Rack | 14.4 kWh | 48V Nominal | Parallel & comm cables + FREE Cold-Rolled Steel Server Rack |
| 4 Batteries + Free Rack | 19.2 kWh | 48V Nominal | Parallel & comm cables + FREE Cold-Rolled Steel Server Rack |
| 5 Batteries + Free Rack | 24.0 kWh | 48V Nominal | Parallel & comm cables + FREE Cold-Rolled Steel Server Rack |
| 6 Batteries + Free Rack | 28.8 kWh | 48V Nominal | Parallel & comm cables + FREE Cold-Rolled Steel Server Rack |
| Battery Server Rack Only | N/A (Enclosure) | N/A | Industrial IP20 Heavy-Duty Steel Server Cabinet |
Technical Specifications
Electrical & Operating Specs
- Nominal Voltage: 48V
- Nominal Capacity: 100Ah (at 0.5C, 77°F)
- Total Energy: 4800 Watt-Hours (4.8 kWh) per battery
- Charge Voltage Range: 52.0V – 52.5V (Overvoltage shutdown at 52.5V ± 0.2V)
- Continuous Charge Current: 100A (Max)
- Continuous Discharge Current: 100A (Max)
- Discharge Cut-off Voltage: 42V ± 0.5V
- Self-Discharge Rate: Less than 3% per month when stored at 50% State of Charge (SOC)
Environmental Parameters
- Operational Charge Temperature: 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C)
- Operational Discharge Temperature: -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
- Storage Temperature: -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
- BMS High-Temperature Disconnect: 149°F (65°C)
- BMS Low-Temperature Disconnect: 32°F (0°C)
- Waterproofing/Protection Level: IP20
Physical Dimensions
- Single Battery Unit Dimensions: 19" L x 17.7" W x 5.2" H
- Single Battery Net Weight: 92.6 lbs (42 kg)
- Heavy-Duty Server Rack Enclosure Dimensions: 27.6" L x 27.6" W x 44" H (Enclosure Net Weight: 196 lbs)
- Enclosure Material Construction: Heavy-gauge cold-rolled steel plate (Frame: 1.5mm; Top/Bottom: 1.2mm; Column & Bracket: 2.0mm)
What's Included in Your Package
- 1 x RICH SOLAR Alpha 5 48V 100Ah Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery
- 1 x 1-Foot RS485 Dedicated Inter-Battery Communication Cable
- 1 x Set of Premium Heavy-Duty Parallel Battery Connection Cables
- *Note: Bundles of 3 or more batteries automatically include the Heavy-Duty Steel Server Rack Palletized Enclosure.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What are the main advantages of LiFePO4 server rack batteries compared to lead-acid batteries?
A: LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) technology provides significantly higher energy density, a much longer lifespan (over 7,000 cycles vs. roughly 500 cycles for lead-acid), zero routine maintenance, and stable voltage output even under heavy load profiles. Furthermore, they are lighter, environmentally secure, and can be safely deeply discharged up to 80-90% without risking long-term cell degradation.
Q: Can I connect the RICH SOLAR Alpha 5 battery units together for expanded system capacity?
A: Yes. The Alpha 5 is specifically built to be expanded. You can link multiple 48V 100Ah systems together in parallel configurations using the included heavy-duty parallel interconnect cables and the RS485 communication cables to cleanly scale your power array footprint.
Q: What parameters does the built-in Smart Battery Management System (BMS) safeguard?
A: The integrated smart BMS meticulously manages cell health by supervising automated protection matrices. It safeguards your architecture against severe over-charging, extreme over-discharging, localized over-current events, direct short-circuit protections, and implements automated low/high-temperature safety charge cuts.
Q: Is a dedicated rack mandatory to run these batteries safely?
A: No. While a standardized 19-inch cabinet keeps setups clean, safely organized, and maximizes space efficiency, a single unit can function independently on flat, secure surfaces. For extensive multi-battery solar systems, utilizing our bundled free heavy-duty cabinet handles structural security seamlessly.
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