CF PowerCab 5.12-50kWh
Indoor Rack BESS for C&I Projects
CF PowerCab 5.12-50kWh is an indoor rack-mounted C&I BESS with 50 kWh nominal energy, 512 V nominal voltage and LiFePO4 chemistry. The v1.3 datasheet specifies a 500–584 V operating range, 100 A maximum continuous charging current at 25–45°C and 100 A maximum continuous discharging current. These are battery-side ratings; confirm the exact PCS/EMS, system scope and site design for the quoted configuration.
Indoor rack BESS for commercial and industrial projects
The v1.3 datasheet identifies a 1P160S rack configuration and 51.2 V, 100 Ah battery-module specification for this 50 kWh system. It describes a modular design with support for parallel connection of multiple battery racks. The datasheet does not state a maximum rack count, so the offered system scope should specify the number and configuration.
For a useful first review, describe the site load profile, operating objective, requested power and energy, discharge duration, PCS/EMS architecture and installation context. This gives the project team a defined basis to identify what configuration information is needed before a technical proposal is prepared.
- The datasheet lists emergency power supply, peak shaving, demand mitigation, self-consumption, micro-grids and price arbitrage as application options. Assess each against the site's operating profile and controls.
- For electrical review, compare the 500–584 V battery operating window and documented current limits with the exact PCS/inverter and EMS; obtain confirmation for the make, model, firmware and protocol.
- Confirm whether the offer is for one rack or a multi-rack system; parallel-rack capability is described, but the datasheet's rack-count field is blank.
See the C&I Energy Storage range and OEM/ODM battery solutions for related project and customization information.
Sizing inputs and system integration
Use 50 kWh nominal energy, 512 V nominal voltage and a 500–584 V operating range for battery-side screening; these values do not by themselves define site power, usable capacity or runtime. The datasheet specifies 100 A maximum continuous charging current at 25–45°C and 100 A maximum continuous discharging current.
- Provide the expected load curve, operating schedule, required power and energy, discharge duration and reserve objective.
- Specify PCS/inverter make and model, DC input range, firmware where applicable, grid arrangement, EMS and required communication/control interface.
- Check rated current, cycle-life test basis and temperature limits against the intended duty cycle; require the proposal to state included equipment and configuration assumptions.
Do not infer runtime, usable energy, AC power, system efficiency, maximum expansion count or universal inverter compatibility from the model name. Confirm these against the exact configured offer and project design.
Applications and site readiness
The v1.3 datasheet identifies emergency power supply, peak shaving, demand mitigation, self-consumption, micro-grids and price arbitrage as C&I energy-management applications. These are use cases for engineering assessment, not guaranteed operating results.
- The datasheet describes multi-level BMS protection, real-time monitoring and early warning. Confirm monitoring and control interfaces for the exact configuration.
- The listed installation is indoor rack mounting, with IP20 protection, fan-assisted natural cooling, altitude up to 3,000 m and relative humidity of 0–95%; verify room conditions against all temperature limits.
- Use the listed 530 × 2,000 × 596 mm dimensions and approximately 667 kg weight for access and floor-loading review, then confirm against the configuration-specific outline drawing and handling guide.
- The datasheet lists aerosol fire extinguishing as a product feature; this is not evidence of a third-party certification. Review applicable safety, transport and destination-market documents for the offered configuration.
Technical Specifications
| Nominal Energy | 50 kWh |
| Nominal Voltage | 512 V |
| Operating Voltage | 500–584 V |
| Nominal Current | 100 A |
| Cycle Life | ≥ 6,000 cycles at 25°C, 0.5C rate |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 530 × 2000 × 596 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 667 kg |
| Communication | CAN / RS485 |
| IP Rating | IP20 |
| Installation | Indoor, rack installation |
| Battery Chemistry | LiFePO4 |
| Battery Module Specification | 51.2 V, 100 Ah |
| Rack Configuration | 1P160S |
| Maximum Continuous Charging Current | 100 A (25–45°C) |
| Maximum Continuous Discharging Current | 100 A |
| Charging Temperature | 0–50°C |
| Discharging Temperature | −20–50°C |
| Storage Temperature | −10–45°C |
| Relative Humidity | 0–95% |
| Maximum Altitude | Up to 3,000 m |
| Temperature Control | Natural cooling with fan |
| Fire Protection | Aerosol fire extinguishing (as listed in datasheet v1.3) |
Project Review Checklist
| Project objective | Load management, renewable integration, backup reserve or another defined use case |
| Load and operating profile | Site load data, schedule, requested energy, power and duration |
| PCS / EMS architecture | Manufacturer, model, grid arrangement and required control interfaces |
| Installation context | Indoor location, access, layout, environment and floor-loading review |
| Quoted system scope | Identify the battery configuration and any included PCS, EMS or other equipment |
| Technical documents | Use current configuration-specific ratings, drawings, warranty and applicable market documents |
Procurement note: This checklist defines the project information to review; it is not a product specification table. The quotation should state verified ratings, supplied equipment scope, warranty basis and applicable document revisions for the exact build.
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