Receiving my new SOK Lithium batteries
The service was great - they arrived on time intact without any damage.
They charged up quickly from storage - the real test is when they get connected to the solar system in Spring.
SMART LITHIUM BATTERY
How smart are we talking?
They have a built-in brain.
Referred to as a Battery Management System (BMS). These batteries protect themselves from surges, high and low temps, over and undercharging issues, and even have built-in Bluetooth capabilities to communicate directly with you via your phone!
MADE FOR CANADA'S WINTER
Good to -20ºC (-4ºF) with automatic low temperature disconnects so you will never have to worry about ruining a battery again.
They come with 7 year warranty and and tested to last a rediculous 4000-8000 cycles. That's 10-20 years of daily cycles.
HEATED vs. NON HEATED
The exact same, grade A LiFePO4 cells, but with the added benefit of internal heaters. If you plan on charging up in negative temperatures the heated option is for you.
The heaters will never drain your battery as they only kick on when the sense sufficient charge current.
Key Features & Benefits:
In order to save battery power the bluetooth turns off after 6 hours of inactivity. As soon as charge or discharge is detected the bluetooth will turn back on.
Dimensions & Specifications:
Size: 10.6" x 7.9" x 8.2" (L x W x H)Terminal Type: M8, 5/16 lugs
Weather Rating: IP50
Charge Information:
Recommended Charge Current: 20A
Maximum Charge Current: 50A
Recommended Charge Voltage: 14.6V
Discharge Information:
Maximum Continuous Discharge Current: 100A
Peak Discharge Current: 200A (7.5 s ±2.5 s)
Recommended Low Voltage Disconnect: 11.2V
BMS Discharge Cut-Off Voltage: ~10.4V
Reconnect Voltage: >11.6V
Temperature Information:
Charge Temperature: 0 to 45ºC (32 to 113ºF)
Discharge Temperature: -20 to 60ºC (-4 to 140ºF)
Storage Temperature: -5 to 35ºC (23 to 95ºF)
Previously you were not able to connect heated batteries in series.
Now with the updated V8 BMS they can be connected in series.
However with series connection you need a battery voltage balance. This one from Victron is recommended.
More Information:
SOK Frequently Asked Questions Sheet
For more information, watch this unbiased review with over 599k views
Yes. SOK batteries can be installed in any configuration except for upside-down.
Items may be returned within 14 days of delivery. Must be unused, and in original packaging.
You are responsible for return shipping. Water tanks and batteries are subject to an $80 restocking fee.
Please ship your return to:
Curious Campervans
238 Hastings Ave
Penticton, BC, Canada, V2A 2V6
Email us at support@curiouscampervans.com when you are submitting a return, so we can watch out for your item. We will issue a refund, less restocking fee, once we receive the item back in resellable condition.