Lithium Battery
LFP lithium batteries for mission-critical applications
Atlantic Power’s lithium iron phosphate batteries, specifically designed for backup power applications in data centers and mission-critical systems, offer a significant improvement in efficiency and power density compared to conventional lead-acid technology. Thanks to their long cycle life and service life, LiFePO4 batteries are an excellent long-term investment for your applications. Powerful, lightweight, safe, and intelligent, lithium iron phosphate batteries are the future of energy storage that you can have right now.
Their robust BMS system ensures safe operation and facilitates maintenance and real-time monitoring.
They are widely compatible with CMMS maintenance systems and real-time monitoring systems that integrate with predictive maintenance efforts.
Lithium Battery
LFP lithium batteries for mission-critical applications
Atlantic Power’s lithium iron phosphate batteries, specifically designed for backup power applications in data centers and mission-critical systems, offer a significant improvement in efficiency and power density compared to conventional lead-acid technology. Thanks to their long cycle life and service life, LiFePO4 batteries are an excellent long-term investment for your applications. Powerful, lightweight, safe, and intelligent, lithium iron phosphate batteries are the future of energy storage that you can have right now.
Their robust BMS system ensures safe operation and facilitates maintenance and real-time monitoring.
They are widely compatible with CMMS maintenance systems and real-time monitoring systems that integrate with predictive maintenance efforts.
Features and Benefits
High Efficiency and Power Density
You can optimize space in your critical room by occupying only 30% of the volume of conventional batteries. Atlantic Power batteries can achieve the power density required for any mission-critical application.
Long Life and High Cycle Rate
Lithium batteries can achieve high cycle rates, reaching up to 6,000 cycles, allowing 100% deep discharge. Save on your installation with the 15-year lifespan of Atlantic Power lithium batteries.
Smart BMS
All lithium batteries feature a specialized BMS cell monitoring system with advanced features that ensure proper operation and also allow monitoring of customer-specific systems, suitable for CMMSedge maintenance management systems focused on predictive maintenance.
Frequently Asked Questions
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In this section, you’ll find clear answers to the most common questions about our products, services, and energy solutions.
From technical specifications to after-sales support, we’ve gathered the essential information to help you make informed decisions and get the most out of what Atlantic Power has to offer.
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1. I want to upgrade to lithium-iron phosphate batteries. What do I need to know?
When you replace the used the lead acid battery, you clarify the capacity, power, and dimension. If you are upgrading from a lead acid battery to a LiFePO4 battery, you will benefit less dimension and weight by up to 50% with the same runtime. Our LiFePO4 batteries are compatible with the current charging sources. If you require assistance with the upgrade process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Atlantic Power technical support.
2. What Does LFP Mean in Batteries?
LFP is an abbreviation for lithium ferrous phosphate or lithium iron phosphate, a lithium-ion battery technology popular in solar, off-grid, and other energy storage applications. Also known as LiFePO4 or Lithium iron phosphate, these batteries are known for their safety, long lifespan, and high energy density.
3. What is the difference between parallel and series connections?
Parallel connection is a method used to enhance the capacity of a battery pack by connecting two or more cells. In this configuration, the positive terminals of all the cells are connected, and similarly, the negative terminals are connected. This setup allows for an increased overall capacity of the battery pack, as the individual capacities of the cells are combined. The voltage across the parallel-connected cells remains the same.
The series connection is employed to increase the voltage of a battery system. Multiple cells are interconnected by linking the positive terminal of one cell to the negative terminal of the next cell, and so on until the desired voltage is achieved. For instance, if two 12V batteries are connected in series, the resulting battery system will have a total voltage of 24V. The capacity of the cells remains the same in a series of connections.
4. What is a BMS? What does it do and where is it located?
BMS stands for Battery Management System. The BMS protects the cells from getting damaged — most commonly from over or under-voltage, over current, high temperature or external short-circuiting. The BMS will shut off the battery to protect the cells from unsafe operating conditions. All Atlantic Power batteries have a built-in BMS to manage and protect them against these types of issues.
5. How do LiFePO4 batteries perform in hot temperatures?
LiFePO4 batteries will provide their full capacity and performance until they reach the Battery Management (BMS) protection level. The BMS maximum temperature ranges from 60-80°C (140-176°F). Refer to the data sheet for your particular model to find the exact upper temperature limit. LiFePO4 batteries produce less heat than other lithium chemistries, but if they reach an upper limit, our BMS will protect the battery by shutting it off.
6. What is the expected life of a LiFePO4 battery?
Battery life is measured in life cycles and Atlantic Power LiFePO4 is typically rated to deliver 4000 cycles at 100% depth of discharge (DOD). Actual life expectancy is dependent on several variables based on your specific application. If used for the same application, a LiFePO4 battery can last up to 10X longer than a lead-acid battery.
7. How are LiFePO4 batteries safer than other lithium batteries?
Phosphate-based batteries offer superior chemical and mechanical structure that does not overheat to unsafe levels. Thus, providing an increase in safety over lithium-ion batteries made with other cathode materials. This is because the charged and uncharged states of LiFePO4 are physically similar and highly robust, which lets the ions remain stable during the oxygen flux that happens alongside charge cycles or possible malfunctions. Overall, the iron phosphate-oxide bond is stronger than the cobalt-oxide bond, so when the battery is overcharged or subject to physical damage then the phosphate-oxide bond remains structurally stable.
8. What is CMMS Edge IoT?
CMMShere Edge is an IoT remote monitoring platform for asset management and predictive maintenance. Its primary function is to visualize, analyze, and report operational data in real-time, providing intuitive tools to optimize technical decision-making.
9. What are the main advantages of lithium batteries over lead-acid batteries?
LFP lithium-ion batteries offer high levels of power density. This means you need less space to deliver the same power. They generally last longer, are lighter, recharge faster, and can operate at higher temperatures.
10. How necessary is service and maintenance?
LFP batteries generally require much less maintenance. This represents savings in operating costs, thanks to their BMS, which is usually complemented by a continuous, real-time monitoring system.
250+
Sites with lithium battery backup systems installed
1-8 hrs
Backup autonomy range per installation
3.5 MWh
Total installed capacity
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