Thumper Lithium LiFePO4 batteries are fully sealed and are designed to be mounted on any angle for easy application.
Equipped with an internal BLUETOOTH battery management system (BMS), the Thumper Lithium offers safe charging and discharging with over temperature protection, under and over voltage cut off protection and also internal short circuit protection.
The LiFePO4 range of batteries are less than half the weight of a traditional AGM battery, whilst still offering all of the benefits of a heavy duty deep cycle.
These batteries are designed to hold the terminal voltage higher throughout each cycle, resulting in an increase depth of discharge and a longer overall run time with heavier draw appliances.
Features:
• Less than half the weight of a traditional lead acid battery • Higher voltage maintained for longer run times with appliances • Proven quality and reliability • Compatible with chargers with an AGM or lithium setting • For best results: Use of a lithium charger is recommended • 5 year warranty • Increased cycles compared to traditional lead acid • Designed to be wired as parallel OR series • Parallel connection = No limit • Max series voltage is 51.2 Volt (max 4 series) • This battery is NOT designed for starting purposes • This battery is NOT designed for under bonnet application
Technical Specifications:
Model No.
TL-160BT
Nominal Voltage
12.8 V
Rated Capacity
160 AH
Cell Type / Chemistry
Prismatic / LiFePO4
Case Material
ABS - Sealed
Case IP rating
IP65
Terminal type
M8
BMS Build in
Yes - Bluetooth
Series connection
Max 51.2V (4 cells)
Parallel connection
No limit
Warranty
5 years from date of purchase
Dimensions and Weight:
Length
330 mm
Width
172 mm
Height (Total)
215 mm (total height with terminals 230mm)
Weight
14.7 ±0.2 Kg
Operating Temperature Range:
BMS High temp cut out / Reconnect
65˚C ± 3˚C / 50˚C
Discharge
-20˚C ~ 60˚C ± 25% Relative Humidity
Charge
0˚C ~ 45˚C ± 25% Relative Humidity
Storage
-10˚C ~ 40˚C ± 25% Relative Humidity
Charge Specifications:
Recommended Charge Current
10 ~ 50 Amps
Rec Charge Current
≤ 150 Amps
Float Charge Voltage
≤ 13.8V
Boost Charge Voltage
≤ 14.2V
Charge current (0 to -10˚C)
< 0.1C
Charger current (-20 to -10˚C)
< 0.05C
Discharge Specifications:
BMS rated capacity
150 A ± 10%
Max discharge current (continuous)
160 Amps
Rec discharge current
≤ 150 Amps
Low Voltage Protection
9.0 ± 0.4V
Self Discharge per month:
≤3%
BMS Specifications:
BMS rated capacity
150 A ± 10%
Max discharge current (continuous)
160 A
Balancing Voltage
13.2± 0.2V
Balancing Current
200 ± 500mA
Shortage Current
1800 ± 400A
BMS Voltage cut off
8.8 ± 0.4V
BMS Reconnect
10.40 ± 0.4V
High Voltage Protection
15± 0.2V 2S±1S
High Voltage Reconnect
14.4 V
BMS High temp cut out / Reconnect
65˚C ± 3˚C / 50˚C
Common Questions & Answers:
What type of Lithium battery is the Thumper?
The Thumper is a Lithium LiFePO4 Prismatic battery.
Is the Thumper Lithium a Deep cycle?
Yes! The Thumper Lithium is designed to be continually charged and discharged fr the purposes of running all accessories, such as fridges, lighting, inverters and more.
What size Inverter can I run from the 160 AH Lithium?
The Thumper Lithium 160 AH have a continual discharge rate of 160Amps (1920watts).
We offer the ability to upgrade the BMS to a 200 Amp for those looking to run heavier appliances from the one battery. The 200 Amp BMS will supports loads up to 2400 watts.
What would happen if I run over the 160 Amps discharge rating?
The Thumper Lithium is protected internally with a BMS (Battery Management System), meaning that it will protect the battery against overcharge / low voltage and excessive discharge drain.
Example: If you connect a 2000 watt Inverter (166Amp total draw) to the Thumper Lithium battery, then the battery would allow you to run UP TO 1920watts (160Amps) from the Inverter. If the draw exceeded this 160 Amps, then the BMS inside the battery would disconnect and cease providing power to your system.
Once the load has been disconnected from the battery, then you will need to connect a charge to the battery to re-activate the BMS. Once the charge load has been connected, the BMS will reconnect itself within a few seconds and the battery will be ready to use again.
In extreme conditions of overload, the BMS board may suffer damage and may need to be replaced. It is not recommended to run over the rated capacity of the battery.
Can I mount the Lithium battery on its side?
Yes! The Lithium battery is completely sealed and is designed to allow you to mount on any side.
Do I need Lithium charger (240 Volt / DC charger)?
As with any Lithium battery, it is recommended (when possible) to use a lithium battery charger. Lithium Battery chargers charge the battery at a slightly higher voltage and run through compatible charging stages to suit the Lithium's chemistry. Charging your battery with a Lithium compatible charger will help to prolong the life of your Lithium battery by ensuring it is receiving a full rate of charge.
In stating the above, the Thumper Lithium range of batteries are designed to be able to charge from an AGM battery setting, however, a dedicated LiFePO4 charger is always recommended when possible.
Can I use my portable solar panel on the Thumper Lithium Battery?
The Thumper Lithium is designed to charge from any system that is compatible to charge from either a Lithium or AGM setting.
Providing your solar regulator is designed to suit Lithium or AGM chemistry, then it would be perfectly suitable to charge from your portable solar panel.
The Thumper Lithium Battery will not charge from an unregulated panel as the internal BMS will disconnect any input charge that exceeds 15 Volts.
What is the life expectancy of the Thumper Lithium battery?
The Thumper Lithium is rated over cycles. A cycle is the process of charging and discharging the battery. The Thumper Lithium is rated to a minimum of 2000 cycles.
Can I wire the Thumper Lithium in Parallel?
Yes! The Thumper 160 AH is designed to be wired in parallel, non-limited.
Can I wire the Thumper Lithium in Series?
Yes! The Thumper 160 AH is designed to be wired in series, up to a maximum of 4 cells or 51.2V.
Can I link a Thumper Lithium 160 AH to any other battery size?
Yes you can!....
The Thumper Lithium 160 AH can be linked to the Thumper 100 AH or 120 AH with no problems at all!
* This does not apply to linking in series. Series linking requires two batteries of the same brand, make and size to allow for even distribution of power.
Can the Thumper Lithium Battery be used for starting purposes?
No.
Thumper do offer a BMS that will allow for cranking ability, however, we recommend speaking to our staff directly on 08 8391 3121 regarding this option.
What voltage is fully charged in a Lithium Battery?
Approx 13.2 ~ 13.6 Volts is 100% charged in a Lithium battery. This reading is to be taken when no charge or discharge load is on the batteries.
When charging, you will often see the battery voltage climb up to 14.5-14.8 volts.
The Thumper Lithium 160 AH is built with a comprehensive Bluetooth monitoring APP, which will let you know the remaining percentage of the battery, Amp Hour remaining, estimated time to flat, along with other crucial information.
The Bluetooth App will additionally allow you the ability to remotely disconnect all input and output loads from the battery with just a push of a button.
What voltage is FLAT in the Thumper Lithium Battery
Using voltage to monitor the state of charge in a lithium battery is unfortunately not accurate.
As the voltage in a lithium battery remains higher throughout the cycle life of the battery, it means that Thumper Lithium will read in the 12's when it is nearing the end of it's capacity. When the remaining capacity of the battery has been exhausted, the battery's BMS will disconnect and the battery will shut down.
Approx 12.0 Volts = approx 10% remaining in the battery.
Can I use a normal Volt meter to monitor my Lithium Battery set up?
The short answer to this is Yes, and No.
A voltage meter will provide you an 'indication' on the state of charge on a lithium battery. However, the slightest change in the digital reading of voltage can mean over 50% of your battery's capacity.
The most accurate method to monitor the Thumper Lithium battery would be via the Bluetooth APP. The app is a free download from your iTunes or Googleplay store.
What does the 12.8V on the front of the battery represent? Much the same as how a lead acid battery is configured, The Thumper lithium battery is constructed using a multiple of smaller cells linked internally.
The Thumper Lithium is built using a string of 4 x 3.2Volt cells, linked in series, to make up the 12.8Volt. The 12.8 Volts is 'nominal voltage.'
What is the warranty of the Thumper Lithium battery? The Thumper Lithium 160 AH Platinum holds a 5 years from date of original purchase
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Features
Suitable for in-cabin and canopy installations only
Compact form factor
Simultaneous DC and solar charging with Green Power Priority
Maximises the performance and life of your auxiliary battery
Suits 12V/24V standard and variable voltage/smart alternators
Suitable for AGM, GEL, standard lead acid, calcium and Lithium (LiFePO4) batteries
Suitable for use on vehicles with conventional alternator charging systems
Input Charge
Simultaneous vehicle and solar
Installation Type
In-cabin only
Input (Operating) Voltage
9 - 32VDC
Output System Voltage
12VDC
Maximum Charging Voltage
15.3V
Output Current Rating (Cont.)
40A
Input Fuse Rating
60A
Output Fuse Rating
60A
Type Approval
E-Mark
Warranty
2 Years
Standby Current Draw
<8mA
Output Power
600W
Width (mm)
120
Height (mm)
37
Length (mm)
165
Weight (kg)
0.9
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