As the temperatures plummet and the days grow shorter, it's crucial to ensure your lithium batteries are performing at their peak. Cold weather can significantly impact battery capacity and lifespan, making battery heating a vital consideration for off-grid enthusiasts. At Expion360, we’re pushing battery technology forward with heating battery technology designed to enhance performance in the harshest conditions.
Heating Battery Technology: A Comparison
Traditional battery heating methods have known limitations, particularly when it comes to ensuring uniform and efficient heating of the cells. Conventional methods usually involve heating the cells from the outside in, which can lead to uneven warmth distribution across the battery pack. This uneven distribution results in sub-optimal performance, with some cells receiving more heat than others, while some may not receive enough to operate at their peak efficiency.
Expion360's VHC™ technology addresses these shortcomings and breaks through traditional heating battery design. By focusing on vertical heat conduction within the battery cells, heat is evenly distributed from both ends, ensuring that each cell is warmed up equally and efficiently. This uniformity across the pack translates to enhanced performance, with each cell operating at its optimal capacity. The result is a heating battery that delivers consistent and reliable power even in the coldest of conditions.
Check out our recent animation video to get a better understanding of this technology and how it works within your Expion360 battery.
The VHC™ Collection
Each battery in the VHC™ collection is a versatile power solution designed for RVs, Overland vehicles, van builds, marine vessels, and off-grid living. Key features include VHC™, SmartTalk™ app integration, CAN Bus communication, advanced BMS, and moisture protection.
Wherever you roam, in whatever conditions, these batteries are here for the long haul.
- Capacity: 100 Ah
- Warranty: 12 Years
- Chemistry: LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate)
- Safety: UL1642 Recognized Cells and UL1973 Compliant
- Moisture Protection: IP66
- Weight: 34.0 lbs (15.0 kg)
- Dimensions: 12.6 in x 6.8 in x 8.7 in
- BCI Battery Group Size: Group 27
- Capacity: 132 Ah
- Warranty: 12 Years
- Chemistry: LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate)
- Safety: UL1642 Recognized Cells and UL1973 Compliant
- Moisture Protection: IP66
- Weight: 37.2 lbs (16.87 kg)
- Dimensions: 12.6 in x 6.8 in x 8.7 in
- BCI Battery Group Size: Group 27
- Capacity: 162 Ah
- Warranty: 12 Years
- Chemistry: LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate)
- Safety: UL1642 Recognized Cells and UL1973 Compliant
- Moisture Protection: IP65
- Weight: 39.45 lbs (17.89 kg)
- Dimensions: 10.2 in x 7.1 in x 10.9 in
- BCI Battery Group Size: GC2
- Capacity: 240 Ah
- Warranty: 12 Years
- Chemistry: LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate)
- Safety: UL1642 Recognized Cells and UL1973 Compliant
- Moisture Protection: IP40
- Weight: 67.0 lbs (30.4 kg)
- Dimensions: 4.2 in x 17.5 in x 21.9 in
- BCI Battery Group Size: Custom EX2
Don’t forget to secure your battery investment with our robust battery mounting kit system, designed specifically for Group 27 VHC™ batteries.
Other Ways to Maximize Battery Efficiency in Winter
In addition to investing in Expion360’s battery heating advancements, we recommend following these tips to get the most out of your battery this fall and winter:
- Proper Insulation: Ensure your RV or van is adequately insulated to minimize heat loss and reduce the strain on your heating battery.
- Battery Placement: Position your heating battery in a location that is protected from cold drafts and exposed to minimal temperature fluctuations.
- Regular Maintenance: Conduct routine inspections of your heating battery to ensure proper functionality and address any issues promptly.
- Consider a Battery Monitor: Proactively address temperature problems before they escalate with real-time data, early warning alerts, and remote access.
