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Lithium solar batteries are more specifically called lithium iron phosphate batteries (LiFePO4 or LFP), and they offer numerous advantages over flooded and sealed lead acid batteries when used in renewable energy systems. Longer life, wider temperature range, true deep cycling, and safety are just the beginning. See below for even more reasons to choose lithium iron phosphate batteries over the alternatives, or browse our selection of 12V, 24V, and 48V lithium solar batteries for sale from KiloVault, SimpliPhi, Battle Born, and other top manufacturers. READ MORE + Filter by Brand (All) KiloVault SimpliPhi Power Sort (Product Name - A to Z) Product Name - Z to A Volts - Low to High Volts - High to Low Amp Hours - Low to High Amp Hours - High to Low Made in USA only Product Name ↓ Volts Amp Hours Price KiloVault 1200 HLX 1200Wh 100 Ah 12V Lithium Solar Battery- Cold Rated 12 V 100 A-H $745.00 KiloVault 1200 HLX+ 1200Wh 100 Ah 12V Lithium Solar Battery 12 V 100 A-H $745.00 KiloVault 1200 HLX+ 1200Wh 100 Ah 12V Lithium Solar Battery UL 12 V 100 A-H $795.00 KiloVault 1200 HLX+ 1200Wh 100 Ah 12V Lithium Solar Battery UL- Puerto Rico 12 V 100 A-H $795.00 KiloVault 1800 CHLX 1800Wh 150Ah 12V Lithium Solar Battery- Cold Rated 12 V 150 A-H $1,245.00 KiloVault 2400 HLX+ 2400Wh 200 Ah 12V Lithium Solar Battery UL 12 V 200 A-H $1,395.00 KiloVault 2400 HLX+ 2400Wh 200 Ah 12V Lithium Solar Battery UL- Puerto Rico 12 V 200 A-H $1,395.00 KiloVault 3600 HLX+ 3600Wh 300 Ah 12V Lithium Solar Battery UL 12 V 300 A-H $1,945.00 KiloVault 3600 HLX+ 3600Wh 300 Ah 12V Lithium Solar Battery UL- Puerto Rico 12 V 300 A-H $1,945.00 KiloVault Front Terminals for HLX+ (Set of 2) $9.95 KiloVault HAB V3 7.5kWh Lithium Battery Storage System 48 V 150 A-H $5,095.00 KiloVault HAB V4 7.5kWh Lithium Battery Storage System 48 V 150 A-H $5,095.00 SimpliPhi AmpliPHI 3.8kWh Lithium (LFP) Battery, 48V - Sol-Ark 48 V 75 A-H $2,995.00 SimpliPhi ExprESS 7.6kWh Mobile Power Unit $12,195.00 SimpliPhi Power 3.8 PHI Battery Wall Bracket $159.00 SimpliPhi Power PHI 1.4kWh Smart Tech Lithium Battery, 12V 12 V 115 A-H $1,295.00 SimpliPhi Power PHI 1.4kWh Smart Tech Lithium Battery, 24V 24 V 57 A-H $1,295.00 SimpliPhi Power PHI 3.8kWh Lithium (LFP) Battery, 48V 48 V 75 A-H $2,495.00 SimpliPhi Power PHI 3.8kWh Lithium Battery, 24V 24 V 151 A-H $2,495.00 Why Are Lithium Iron Phosphate Batteries the Best Solar Batteries? To understand why lithium iron phosphate batteries have become the new gold standard for renewable energy systems, it’s helpful to compare them to the previous standard battery type for these applications - lead acid. Compared to lead acid, lithium solar batteries are: Deeper cycling - tolerant of 80-100% depth of discharge (DoD) compared to 50%, giving you access to more of their nameplate amp-hour or Watt-hour capacity. Longer lasting - featuring a cycle life of 5000 to 10,000+ cycles compared to approximately 3000 cycles. Lower in lifetime cost - with deeper cycles and more of them, the cost per kWh cycle of lithium iron phosphate batteries is unmatched. Maintenance free - no watering, equalizing, or cleaning corroded terminals. Tolerant of lower ambient temperatures without capacity being affected. There are even some models from KiloVault rated for sub-freezing temperatures. Safe and nontoxic - with no off-gassing or thermal runaway issues, they can be installed indoors - further reducing temperature-related capacity concerns in cold weather months. Lightweight - easier to ship, move, and install. Equipped with built-in BMS - most lithium solar batteries have an integrated battery management system (BMS) that monitors state of charge (SoC) and protects the cells from voltage, current, and temperature hazards. It’s also helpful to compare lithium iron phosphate batteries to an alternative type of lithium ion batteries for solar and renewable energy systems - lithium nickel manganese cobalt (NMC). Compared to NMC, lithium iron phosphate batteries are: Longer lasting - with less cell degradation when cycling deeply (80-100%). Safer and thermally stable - LiFePO4 cells have a significantly higher temperature threshold for thermal runaway (and fires). Internal heat generated from charging and discharging stays safely below this threshold at all times. Less expensive - NMC cells are a relatively new technology and require more heat dissipation elements in their architecture. Wider operating temperature range - offers more options for installation location. Best Applications for Lithium Solar Batteries It should be clear by now that lithium batteries for solar energy storage are superior to lead acid batteries in every way except for the higher upfront cost (though when it comes to lifetime cost per kWh cycle, lead acid can’t touch them). Here are some specific applications where lithium solar batteries really excel and why: Full-time off-grid homes benefit from the ability to do truly deep, daily cycling with a long cycle life for years and years of reliable power. Part-time off-grid residences like vacation homes benefit from the lack of maintenance needed to keep the batteries working well despite infrequent use and the ability to install them inside the house to keep them protected. Remote cabins and equipment benefit from their light weight, relative portability, and wide ambient temperature range. Emergency backup power for grid tied solar systems benefit from the high DoD, which keeps the number of batteries needed to power critical loads at a minimum. Lithium Solar Battery Chemistry Under the umbrella of "lithium batteries", there are both lithium metal batteries and lithium ion batteries. Lithium metal batteries are not rechargeable, so they’re not relevant for solar power systems. Under the umbrella of "lithium ion batteries", there are several types - each with its own set of pros, cons, and specific use cases. Today, three types are by far the most common, and they have different specialties: Lithium iron phosphate (or LiFePO4 or LFP) - built for long cycle life, tolerance of deep discharging, and thermal and chemical stability for safety. LiFePO4 cells make the best batteries for solar and other renewable energy systems. Lithium nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) - built for improved energy density(Watt-hours / weight) and low self-discharging. NMC cells can handle higher charging rates than LiFePO4 cells, but at the risk of thermal runaway. They are commonly used in electric vehicles and battery-powered tools. Lithium cobalt oxide (or LiCoO2 or LCO) - built for extreme energy density, but relatively short-lived and also prone to thermal runaway - sometimes to dangerous levels. LCO cells’ best and most common application is in portable devices like phones and laptops. Questions about lithium solar batteries? Give an altE solar expert a call today at 877-878-4060. ©1999-2021 Alternative Energy Store Inc. All Rights Reserved. altE 330 Codman Hill Road Boxborough, MA 01719 877-878-4060 ALTE® Press Popular Searches Site Map Job Openings MORE INFORMATION About Us Contact Us Help Returns Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy