Lithium Batteries and BESS Energy Storage Systems
Individual cells, modules, and BESS cabinets must be distinguished by assembly status, Wh capacity, and state of charge at delivery for transport assessment.
Details
- Energy storage and backup power supply for electrical systems. Individual cells, modules, and BESS cabinets must be distinguished by assembly status, Wh capacity, and state of charge at delivery for transport assessment.
- Specify cell chemistry, Wh/Ah, voltage, number of cells/modules, UN number, and test reports where available. Materials to verify include lithium cells, metal casing, and battery management circuitry.
- Protect terminals, prevent short circuits, and secure modules; the supplier must state the state of charge and battery condition at delivery.
- An SDS, UN number, battery condition, and confirmation of the carrier's acceptance conditions are required before proposing a route.
Preparation
- Obtain the SDS, UN information, relevant test reports, and photos showing protected battery terminals.
- Specify cell chemistry, Wh/Ah, voltage, number of cells/modules, UN number, and test reports where available.
- Protect terminals, prevent short circuits, and secure modules; the supplier must state the state of charge and battery condition at delivery.
Frequently asked questions
Can a route be quoted for a BESS cabinet based only on its rated power?
Obtain the SDS, UN information, relevant test reports, and photos showing protected battery terminals. Specify cell chemistry, Wh/Ah, voltage, number of cells/modules, UN number, and test reports where available.
What aspects of lithium batteries and BESS energy storage systems need to be verified before proposing an option?
An SDS, UN number, battery condition, and confirmation of the carrier's acceptance conditions are required before proposing a route.