Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries for Superior Energy Storage
Vanadium Redox Flow Batteries (VRFBs) differ from other types of batteries, where chemical reactions occur within a single container. RFBs store energy in liquid solutions stored in separate tanks. These are then pumped into cells where the chemical reactions takes place. They are suited to larger energy storage systems, and offer many advantages over other batteries.
Due to their structure, energy capacity and power capacity can be easily and separately scaled. Energy capacity is obtained from the storage of liquid electrolytes rather than the cell itself. The volume of the electrolytes can be adjusted, while power capacity can be increased by adding more cells.
VRFBs offer an extended lifespan of at least 20 years at 100% charge capacity with little maintenance required. Despite a higher initial capital input, over their lifespan they are cheaper and more efficient than Lithium-ion batteries.
VRFBs are also safe and non-flammable, can be discharged with no permanent damage, give off no noise or emissions, are 99% recyclable and have a significantly lower environmental impact.
These advantages makes RFBs the superior choice for businesses and consumers who are looking for a reliable, safer and sustainable energy storage solution.
We offer 3 batteries - multiple configurations are available.
Output: 10 kW per hour
Capacity: 30 - 100 kWh
Installations: apartments, medical offices, etc
For larger systems, multiple modules can be assembled
POWER AND CAPACITY |
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POWER [kW] |
10 |
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CAPACITY [kWH] |
SCALABLE UP TO 100 |
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PEAK CHARGE/DISCHARGE POWER |
1.1 X NOMINAL POWER | 5. MIN. ON/OFF |
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DC EFFICIENCY (STACK) [%] |
87 | DC ROUNDTRIP INCLUDES BOTH CHARGE/DISCHARGE EFFICIENCY |
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AC EFFICIENCY (SYSTEM) @ NOMINAL POWER [%] |
67 | AC ROUNDTRIP INCLUDES BOTH CHARGE/DISCHARGE EFFICIENCY |
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DC VOLTAGE [V] |
40 TO 60 |
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AC VOLTAGE [VAC] |
1 X 230 | 3 X 400 50Hz |
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GRID CONNECTION [PHASE(S)] |
1/3 |
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DEPTH OF CHARGE/DISCHARGE [%] |
3 to 80 |
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RESPONSE TIME [MS] |
< 20 |
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SELF-DISCHARGE |
<1% annually |
REMOTE ACCESS |
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COMMUNICATION |
REMOTE ACCESS THROUGH LAN | MODBUS TCP (ADDRESS LIST UPON REQUEST) |
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COMMUNICATION |
CHARGE/DISCHARGE IS CONTROLLED BY INPUT FROM ENERGY METER | CHARGE/DISCHARGE IS CONTROLLED BY INPUT FROM EXTERNAL MASTER |
REMOTE MONITORING |
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CLOUD ACCESS |
DATA ACCESSIBLE FROM CLOUD |
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WEBPAGE |
VISUALISATION OF FRONT-END DATA| VISUALISATION OF BACK-END DATA |
SIZE AND MASS |
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BATTERY SIZE [kW/kWh] |
10/40 | 10/50 |
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TANK SIZE [L] |
1000 | 1250 |
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FOOTPRINT [mm] (W x D) |
2081 x 1240 |
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HEIGHT [mm] |
1800 | 2100 |
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WEIGHT TANKS/RACK [kg] |
2800/450 | 3300/450 |
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DESIGN LIFE [CYCLES/YEAR] |
20,000/20 |
ENVIRONMENT |
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ELECTROLYTE TEMPERATURE [°C] |
0 TO +35 |
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HUMIDITY |
95% RH NON-CONDENSING |
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VENTILATION |
SITE-DEPENDENT | COOLING/HEATING CAN BE INSTALLED |
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SAFETY |
NON-FLAMMABLE AND NON-EXPLOSIVE | WATER-BASED ELECTROLYTE |
Output: 60 kW per hour
Capacity: 360 kWh
Installations: Industrial & National grid scale
For larger systems, multiple modules can be assembled
POWER AND CAPACITY |
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POWER [kW] |
SCALABLE UP TO 60 (IN STEPS OF 10) |
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CAPACITY [kWH] |
SCALABLE UP TO 360 |
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PEAK CHARGE/DISCHARGE POWER |
1.1 X NOMINAL POWER | 5. MIN. ON/OFF |
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DC EFFICIENCY (STACK) [%] |
87 | DC ROUNDTRIP INCLUDES BOTH CHARGE/DISCHARGE EFFICIENCY |
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AC EFFICIENCY (SYSTEM) @ NOMINAL POWER [%] |
67 | AC ROUNDTRIP INCLUDES BOTH CHARGE/DISCHARGE EFFICIENCY |
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DC VOLTAGE [V] |
40 TO 60 |
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AC VOLTAGE [VAC] |
1 X 230 | 3 X 400 50Hz |
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GRID CONNECTION [PHASE(S)] |
1/3 |
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DEPTH OF CHARGE/DISCHARGE [%] |
3 to 80 |
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RESPONSE TIME [MS] |
< 20 |
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SELF-DISCHARGE |
<0.3% OF FULL CAPACITY PER DAY (PUMPS STOPPED) | <100Wh PER DAY FOR 33kWh SYSTEMS |
REMOTE ACCESS |
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COMMUNICATION |
REMOTE ACCESS THROUGH LAN | MODBUS TCP (ADDRESS LIST UPON REQUEST) |
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COMMUNICATION |
CHARGE/DISCHARGE IS CONTROLLED BY INPUT FROM ENERGY METER | CHARGE/DISCHARGE IS CONTROLLED BY INPUT FROM EXTERNAL MASTER |
REMOTE MONITORING |
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CLOUD ACCESS |
DATA ACCESSIBLE FROM CLOUD |
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WEBPAGE |
VISUALISATION OF FRONT-END DATA| VISUALISATION OF BACK-END DATA |
SIZE AND MASS |
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CONTAINER SIZE [kW/kWh] |
20 |
FOOTPRINT [mm] (W x D) |
2440 x 6060 |
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HEIGHT [mm] |
2590 |
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WEIGHT TANKS/RACK [kg] |
29700 |
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DESIGN LIFE [CYCLES/YEAR] |
20,000/20 |
ENVIRONMENT |
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ELECTROLYTE TEMPERATURE [°C] |
0 TO +35 |
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HUMIDITY |
95% RH NON-CONDENSING |
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VENTILATION |
SITE-DEPENDENT | COOLING/HEATING CAN BE INSTALLED |
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SAFETY |
NON-FLAMMABLE AND NON-EXPLOSIVE | WATER-BASED ELECTROLYTE |
GROUP OF 3 x 60 kW/h BATTERIES
Output: 360 kW per hour
Capacity: 1 MWh, 2 MWh, 3 MWh
Advantage: One unit can even be charged while the other is supplying electricity
Installations: apartments, medical offices, etc
For larger systems, multiple modules can be assembled
| 3 MODULES = | 1 MW DELIVERED OVER 6 HOURS |
| 2 MW DELIVERED OVER 12 HOURS | |
| 3 MW DELIVERED OVER 18 HOURS |
Lowest price per MWh stored or discharged (LCOS) of any storage technology
POWER AND CAPACITY |
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POWER [kW] |
SCALABLE UP TO 60 (IN STEPS OF 10) |
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CAPACITY [kWH] |
SCALABLE UP TO 360 |
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PEAK CHARGE/DISCHARGE POWER |
1.1 X NOMINAL POWER | 5. MIN. ON/OFF |
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DC EFFICIENCY (STACK) [%] |
87 | DC ROUNDTRIP INCLUDES BOTH CHARGE/DISCHARGE EFFICIENCY |
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AC EFFICIENCY (SYSTEM) @ NOMINAL POWER [%] |
67 | AC ROUNDTRIP INCLUDES BOTH CHARGE/DISCHARGE EFFICIENCY |
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DC VOLTAGE [V] |
40 TO 60 |
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AC VOLTAGE [VAC] |
1 X 230 | 3 X 400 50Hz |
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GRID CONNECTION [PHASE(S)] |
1/3 |
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DEPTH OF CHARGE/DISCHARGE [%] |
3 to 80 |
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RESPONSE TIME [MS] |
< 20 (1/200th of a second) |
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SELF-DISCHARGE |
< 1 % annually |
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LIFESPAN |
20+ YEARS |
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CAPACITY AT YEAR END |
99% (100% with annual refresh service) |
REMOTE ACCESS |
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COMMUNICATION |
REMOTE ACCESS THROUGH LAN | MODBUS TCP (ADDRESS LIST UPON REQUEST) |
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BATTERY CONTROL |
CHARGE/DISCHARGE IS CONTROLLED BY INPUT FROM ENERGY METER | CHARGE/DISCHARGE IS CONTROLLED BY INPUT FROM EXTERNAL MASTER |
REMOTE MONITORING |
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CLOUD ACCESS |
DATA ACCESSIBLE FROM CLOUD |
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WEBPAGE |
VISUALISATION OF FRONT-END DATA| VISUALISATION OF BACK-END DATA |
SIZE AND MASS |
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CONTAINER SIZE [kW/kWh] |
20 |
FOOTPRINT [mm] (W x D) |
2440 x 6060 |
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HEIGHT [mm] |
2590 |
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WEIGHT TANKS/RACK [kg] |
29700 |
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DESIGN LIFE [CYCLES/YEAR] |
20,000+ (54 years @ 1 CYC/day) |
ENVIRONMENT |
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ELECTROLYTE TEMPERATURE [°C] |
0 TO +35 |
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HUMIDITY |
95% RH NON-CONDENSING |
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VENTILATION |
SITE-DEPENDENT | COOLING/HEATING CAN BE INSTALLED |
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SAFETY |
NON-FLAMMABLE AND NON-EXPLOSIVE | WATER-BASED ELECTROLYTE |