1. BMS1601 Introduction

LiBat™ BMS1601 is a compact, next-generation, low-cost, all-in-one battery management system designed for industrial applications. This fully digital, standalone device serves as a ready-to-use solution tailored for 5S-16S standalone battery management systems. With an integrated power path, which includes a current sensor and precharge functionality, the BMS unit provides a comprehensive solution for a wide range of industrial battery applications.

Key Features:

  • Small design 96.8mm x 87.5mm
  • Compact, plug-and-play, all-in-one BMS solution
  • Built in 6S - 16S cell measurement with 0.1mV resolution
  • Integrated shunt sensor
  • Adjustable passive balancing current
  • Deep sleep and low power consumption modes
  • Isolated digital communications, 1 x CANBus 2.0b, 1 x RS232, 1 x RS485
  • 3 external, 1 internal NTC
  • Configurable I/O, 2 logic outputs, 2 logic inputs, 2 Relay outputs
  • Configurable 4ch high side switch for up to 3A loads with using internal or extarnal supply
  • SD Card and USB peripherals for future features and custom developments
Fig.1.1: BMS1601, Top Look

Table.1.1: BMS1601 Technical Specifications

PARAMETER SPECIFICATIONS
Power Source Self or External Power (12V to Vbat).
Power Consumption Power Down: ~0.050 mW , RUN State: ~1015mW
Wake Up Trigger User Button
LEDs Power, Run/Error Status
Relays 2x Relay Outputs
Inputs 2x Isolated TTL Inputs (5V), 1x User button with led
Outputs 2x Isolated TTL Outputs (5V), 2x Relay Outputs
Precharge Configurable Software Timer
DFU Mode Embedded bootloader for firmware upgrades.
Digital Interface-1 1x Isolated Half Duplex RS485
Digital Interface-2 1x Isolated RS232
Digital Interface-3 1x Isolated CANBus 2.0b
Communication Protocols LiBat COM(RS232), JSON(RS232), Libat CAN v1 and v2
Communication Protocol Modbus RTU (RS485)
Current Sensor Integrated Shunt for up to 250A
Power Path Controller Integrated MOSFETs up to 250A for both charging and discharging
Number of cells Up to 16 Cells. Minumum 6S
Cell Type Any battery cell in voltage range
Minimum cell voltage 250 mV
Maximum cell voltage 4500 mV
Accuracy of Cell Voltage Measurement ±2mV typical, < ±10mV max.
Balance Method Passive Balancing
Balance Current 420mA @ 4.2Vdc cell voltage
Balance Power 2W max. per cell
Temperature Sensor Type NTC, 10KΩ @ 25 °C
Temperature Sensor Accuracy ±1.5 °C (depends on sensor sensitivity)
Number of Temperature Sensor Up to 3 external sensor probes, 1x On board NTC
Operating Temperature -20 °C to +70 °C (-4° F to +158° F)
Relative Humidity 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Dimensions and Weight 160mm X 95mm X 13.85mm, ~200g