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battery_compatibility:pylontech_phantom [2019-06-21 13:43] – [My system only charges the battery to 52V] iburgerbattery_compatibility:pylontech_phantom [2019-08-15 11:40] – replace Venus-device with GX device guy_stewart
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 This manual is intended to be used in conjunction with the product manual supplied by Pylontech. It provides additional and specific information regarding integration with Victron systems.  This manual is intended to be used in conjunction with the product manual supplied by Pylontech. It provides additional and specific information regarding integration with Victron systems. 
  
-The Pylontech includes a Battery Management System (BMS) with each battery module. This interfaces with the Victron [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] and can support multiple battery modules connected in parallel.+The Pylontech includes a Battery Management System (BMS) with each battery module. This interfaces with the Victron [[venus-os:start|GX device]] and can support multiple battery modules connected in parallel.
  
 ===== 1. Product & system compatibility ===== ===== 1. Product & system compatibility =====
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 === 1.2 A GX-device is required, eg Color Control GX (CCGX) or Venus GX (VGX) ===  === 1.2 A GX-device is required, eg Color Control GX (CCGX) or Venus GX (VGX) === 
  
-It is essential to use the CAN-bus connection of the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] (eg CCGX or VGX) with the batteries for the keep-alive signal, communication of charge and discharge limits, error codes and state of charge. +It is essential to use the CAN-bus connection of the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] (eg CCGX or VGX) with the batteries for the keep-alive signal, communication of charge and discharge limits, error codes and state of charge. 
  
 The minimum required firmware version for the [[https://www.victronenergy.com/panel-systems-remote-monitoring/color-control|Color Control GX]] is v2.15. It is highly recommended to use the latest firmware version on all connected devices, including CCGX/VGX, Inverter/Charger and MPPTs. There are regular updates to improve performance and reliability.  The minimum required firmware version for the [[https://www.victronenergy.com/panel-systems-remote-monitoring/color-control|Color Control GX]] is v2.15. It is highly recommended to use the latest firmware version on all connected devices, including CCGX/VGX, Inverter/Charger and MPPTs. There are regular updates to improve performance and reliability. 
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 The minimum firmware version is 422. Though updating to the latest firmware is recommended where possible. The minimum firmware version is 422. Though updating to the latest firmware is recommended where possible.
  
-These inverter/charger units must be connected to the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] via the VE.Bus connection port. +These inverter/charger units must be connected to the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] via the VE.Bus connection port. 
  
  
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 __MPPTs with a VE.Direct port__ __MPPTs with a VE.Direct port__
  
-MPPTs are controlled via the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]]. Make sure the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] runs v2.15 or later, and the MPPTs to 1.37 or the latest available version. +MPPTs are controlled via the [[venus-os:start|GX device]]. Make sure the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] runs v2.15 or later, and the MPPTs to 1.37 or the latest available version. 
  
-The MPPT requires connection to the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] to regulate charge currents as the batteries require (due to temperature, etc) +The MPPT requires connection to the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] to regulate charge currents as the batteries require (due to temperature, etc) 
-To test operation, try disconnecting the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] from the MPPT. After a time-out, the MPPT will stop charging and flash an error code on its LEDs. The error code is [[https://www.victronenergy.com/live/mppt-error-codes#err_67_-_no_bms|error #67: no BMS]]. +To test operation, try disconnecting the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] from the MPPT. After a time-out, the MPPT will stop charging and flash an error code on its LEDs. The error code is [[https://www.victronenergy.com/live/mppt-error-codes#err_67_-_no_bms|error #67: no BMS]]. 
  
 __MPPTs with a VE.Can port__ __MPPTs with a VE.Can port__
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 Each US2000B Plus battery module is approximately 50Ah at 48V, can provide 25A continuous charge and discharge and 100A peak for 1 minute. Each US2000B Plus battery module is approximately 50Ah at 48V, can provide 25A continuous charge and discharge and 100A peak for 1 minute.
  
-The charge and discharge rates are managed automatically by the Pylontech battery and [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]]. +The charge and discharge rates are managed automatically by the Pylontech battery and [[venus-os:start|GX device]]. 
  
 Using very large solar arrays with battery banks that are too small can exceed the limits of the batteries ability to charge and possibly lead to the BMS triggering over-current alarms. Using very large solar arrays with battery banks that are too small can exceed the limits of the batteries ability to charge and possibly lead to the BMS triggering over-current alarms.
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 Plug the type B cable with the side which is labeled Battery BMS into the Pylontech CAN port of the master battery. Plug the side labeled Victron VE.Can into the [[venus-os:start|GX device]]. Plug the type B cable with the side which is labeled Battery BMS into the Pylontech CAN port of the master battery. Plug the side labeled Victron VE.Can into the [[venus-os:start|GX device]].
  
-Then, plug a [[https://www.victronenergy.com/accessories/ve-can-rj45-terminator|VE.Can terminator]] in the other VE.Can socket on the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]]. Two VE.Can terminators are included with the package of the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] as an accessory, only one is used. Keep the other one as a spare.+Then, plug a [[https://www.victronenergy.com/accessories/ve-can-rj45-terminator|VE.Can terminator]] in the other VE.Can socket on the [[venus-os:start|GX device]]. Two VE.Can terminators are included with the package of the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] as an accessory, only one is used. Keep the other one as a spare.
  
 More information about the cable can be found in [[battery_compatibility:can-bus_bms-cable|its manual]]. More information about the cable can be found in [[battery_compatibility:can-bus_bms-cable|its manual]].
  
-Without properly connecting this cable, the battery will not show up on the display of the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]]. The battery will also turn itself off.+Without properly connecting this cable, the battery will not show up on the display of the [[venus-os:start|GX device]]. The battery will also turn itself off.
  
-It is important to ensure this connection and display of the battery on the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] display before attempting firmware updates or settings changes on other devices if they depend on the power supply from the battery. Without this connection, the battery may turn off unexpectedly. +It is important to ensure this connection and display of the battery on the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] display before attempting firmware updates or settings changes on other devices if they depend on the power supply from the battery. Without this connection, the battery may turn off unexpectedly. 
  
  
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 === Hardware Protection Points === === Hardware Protection Points ===
  
-In normal operation, the charge parameter limits are set by the Pylontech battery and communicated through the system by the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] to the inverter/charger and MPPT. +In normal operation, the charge parameter limits are set by the Pylontech battery and communicated through the system by the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] to the inverter/charger and MPPT. 
  
   * Low Voltage: When the battery discharges to 44.5V or less, battery protection will turn on.     * Low Voltage: When the battery discharges to 44.5V or less, battery protection will turn on.  
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 If operation is attempted outside the operating range, the battery will disconnect to protect itself. If operation is attempted outside the operating range, the battery will disconnect to protect itself.
  
-===== 5. Venus-device Settings =====+===== 5. GX Device Settings =====
  
-On the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]], go to Settings, System setup:+On the [[venus-os:start|GX device]], go to Settings, System setup:
  
 ^Venus Settings -> System Setup Parameter ^ Value ^  ^Venus Settings -> System Setup Parameter ^ Value ^ 
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 ===== 6. VE-Direct MPPT Settings ===== ===== 6. VE-Direct MPPT Settings =====
  
-In normal operation the MPPT charge characteristics are governed by the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]]  via DVCC, with instructions from the connected Pylontech battery. +In normal operation the MPPT charge characteristics are governed by the [[venus-os:start|GX device]]  via DVCC, with instructions from the connected Pylontech battery. 
  
 This section presumes familiarity with [[victronconnect:start|VictronConnect]] This section presumes familiarity with [[victronconnect:start|VictronConnect]]
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 If the system is not operating correctly, go through these steps. If the system is not operating correctly, go through these steps.
  
-=== Step 0. If the Inverter/Charger or Venus-device does not switch on ===+=== Step 0. If the Inverter/Charger or GX device does not switch on ===
  
-As a safety precaution, the inverter/charger will not switch on if the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] is not on. If you are unable to start the system due to a total system blackout / battery shutdown due to low voltage, you may need to disconnect the VE.BUS connection cable between the inverter/charger and [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]]. +As a safety precaution, the inverter/charger will not switch on if the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] is not on. If you are unable to start the system due to a total system blackout / battery shutdown due to low voltage, you may need to disconnect the VE.BUS connection cable between the inverter/charger and [[venus-os:start|GX device]]. 
  
-You can then start the inverter/charger from an external charge source such as a generator or grid connection. Once the inverter/charger has started, it should supply power to the DC terminals and this should start the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] and Pylontech battery again. You will need to then reconnect the VE.Bus Communications cable back to the inverter/charger and [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]].+You can then start the inverter/charger from an external charge source such as a generator or grid connection. Once the inverter/charger has started, it should supply power to the DC terminals and this should start the [[venus-os:start|GX device]] and Pylontech battery again. You will need to then reconnect the VE.Bus Communications cable back to the inverter/charger and [[venus-os:start|GX device]].
  
-=== Step 1. Check that the Pylontech battery is visible on the Venus-device list ===+=== Step 1. Check that the Pylontech battery is visible on the GX device list ===
  
 {{ :battery_compatibility:pylon-menu.png?nolink&400 |}} {{ :battery_compatibility:pylon-menu.png?nolink&400 |}}
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 If its not visible, check: If its not visible, check:
  
-  * [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]] firmware version (update to latest version, v2.15 or later)+  * [[venus-os:start|GX device]] firmware version (update to latest version, v2.15 or later)
   * CAN-bus communication cabling between Pylontech and Victron system. Make sure that it is in the right way around.   * CAN-bus communication cabling between Pylontech and Victron system. Make sure that it is in the right way around.
   * Pylontech system is up and running (LEDs are on)   * Pylontech system is up and running (LEDs are on)
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 === Step 2. Check that the Pylontech battery is ready for use === === Step 2. Check that the Pylontech battery is ready for use ===
  
-Check the Max Charge Voltage parameter. This voltage parameter is sent, together with the other three parameters,  by the Pylontech system via the CAN-bus cable. They are visible on the [[venus-os:start|Venus-device]]: Device List -> Pylontech battery -> Parameters menu.+Check the Max Charge Voltage parameter. This voltage parameter is sent, together with the other three parameters,  by the Pylontech system via the CAN-bus cable. They are visible on the [[venus-os:start|GX device]]: Device List -> Pylontech battery -> Parameters menu.
  
 === Step 3. Check the Pylontech manual === === Step 3. Check the Pylontech manual ===
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 Pylontech's BMS will restrict the Charge Current Limit of the battery in cold weather. The precise temperatures and limits are not published by Pylontech, but anecdotally from reports on [[http://commmunity.victronenergy.com|Victron Community]] it would appear that batteries begin to be limited below 18 degree C, severely limited below 10 degrees C, and completely restricted from charging below 2 degrees C.  Pylontech's BMS will restrict the Charge Current Limit of the battery in cold weather. The precise temperatures and limits are not published by Pylontech, but anecdotally from reports on [[http://commmunity.victronenergy.com|Victron Community]] it would appear that batteries begin to be limited below 18 degree C, severely limited below 10 degrees C, and completely restricted from charging below 2 degrees C. 
  
-You can confirm if this is affecting your installation be entering the Pylontech Battery menu on your Venus-device, and then the Parameters Menu. This will report the Charge Current Limit (CCL) and Discharge Current Limit (DCL).+You can confirm if this is affecting your installation be entering the Pylontech Battery menu on your GX device, and then the Parameters Menu. This will report the Charge Current Limit (CCL) and Discharge Current Limit (DCL).
  
 ==== My system only charges the battery to 52V ==== ==== My system only charges the battery to 52V ====
battery_compatibility/pylontech_phantom.txt · Last modified: 2023-11-13 14:41 by guy_stewart

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