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 6S-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:

  • Board size 177mm x 110mm
  • 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
  • Low power consumption when shut down
  • 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, 3 logic inputs, 2 Relay outputs
LiBat™ BMS1601 v1.1 board, top right view
Fig.1.1: BMS1601, Top Look
LiBat™ BMS1601 v1.1 board, bottom left view
Fig.1.2: BMS1601, Bottom Look

Table.1.1: BMS1601 Technical Specifications

PARAMETER SPECIFICATIONS
Power Source Self or External Power. (16-80Vdc)
Power Consumption Power Down: ~0.050 mW , RUN State: ~1200mW
Wake Up Trigger User Button
LEDs Power, Run/Error Status
Relays 2x Relay Outputs
Inputs 3x Isolated TTL Inputs (5V), 1x User button with led
Outputs 2x Isolated TTL Outputs (5V), 2x Relay Outputs
Precharge Configurable: disabled, time only, or time and current
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 standard protocols, JSON, Modbus RTU
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. Minimum 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 177 mm X 110 mm X 15.5 mm, ~200g