Description
The Fortress eVault MAX 18.5 is an 18.5 kWh 48V Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) Battery with a built-in battery management system and LCD screen that integrates and displays multilevel safety features for excellent performance. The Fortress eVault Max Lithium Battery is maintenance-free and easy to integrate with solar or for independent operation to deliver power to your home day or night. Designed for backup power, off-grid, time of use, and self-use applications, the Fortress eVault is consistently reliable and will keep your solar system operating during a power outage, or will use the energy stored from the daytime to power your home at night.
The eVault MAX battery has 18.5 KWH total energy storage capacity with an 8,000 cycle life at 80% discharge. The eVault MAX battery storage can expand up to 370 kWh with 20 units in parallel. Features include a 10 year warranty, built-in Wifi for on-line monitoring, close-loop communication with 48V inverters. The included battery management system integrates multi-level safety features including overcharge and deep discharge protection, voltage and temperature observation, cell monitoring and balancing, and a built-in accessible 125 Amp DC breaker On/Off switch.The advanced Lithium Ferro Phosphate (LFP) technology operates a wider temperature range to deliver the most dependable performance. LFP has been proven to be one of the safest Lithium technologies in the industry and is manufactured to the highest standards.
Compatible with Fortress Power, Sol-Ark and other 48V solar inverters, Fortress Power batteries are ideal energy storage solutions for grid-tied or off-grid solar installations. Lower your utility bill by avoiding the need to buy electricity at peak times with the Fortress Lithium Battery. Eligible for tax credits and rebates when used with solar, and backed by a 10-year warranty. Order online or by PHONE 888-498-3331
Product Highlights
- Provides power during grid outages
- Designed for backup power, time of use, self-use, and off grid applications
- Increases independence from the utility grid
- No maintenance and operation costs
- Built-in Battery Management System
- LCD screen displaying safety features
- Easy to install with a compact design
- Expansion by connecting up to 20 units in parallel to achieve 370 kWh power storage capacity
- Eligible for tax credits and rebates when used with solar
- Long Lasting - 10-year warranty or up to 6,000 cycles
Parts / Specifications
Manufacturer: |
Fortress Power |
Model Number: |
eVault Max 18.5 |
Total Energy (kWh): |
18.5 kWh |
Capacity (Ah): |
360 Ah |
Nominal Voltage (V): |
51.2V (48V) |
Voltage Range (V): |
45 - 58.4V |
Recommended Charge Current (A): |
100A |
Max. Charge Current (Continuous) (A): |
170A |
Max. Discharge Current (Continuous) (A): |
180A |
Max. Pulse Current (for 10 sec) (A): |
200A |
Charge Temperature (F): |
32 to 113 °F |
Discharge Temperature (F): |
32 to 113 °F |
Recommend Storage Temperature (F): |
50 to 95 °F |
Dimensions (W x D x H): |
20.3 x 20.3 x 42.3 in |
Weight (lbs): |
520 lbs |
Enclosure Protection Rating: |
IP21 |
Mounting Options: |
Floor standing |
Certificates: |
UL 1642 |
Warranty: |
10 years warranty *5 years warranty applies to installs outside of the US & Canada |
Expansion: |
Maximum 20 in Parallel (370 kWh) |
Communication: |
CAN/RS485 |
High Current Circuit Breaker: |
250A |
Efficiency: |
> 98% |
Depth of Discharge: |
100% |
Life Cycles: |
Up to 6,000 cycles |
Fuel Cost: |
$0 |
Installation Instructions
Fortress Power 18.5 kWh eVault MAX battery datasheet
Fortress Power 18.5 kWh eVault MAX battery Installation Manual
Fortress Power battery warranty
Fortress Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries are designed to work with most 48VDC inverters and chargers available on the market. Below is a list of compatible inverters and chargers.
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Brand |
Inverter/Charger |
Configuration |
|---|---|---|
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5, 8, 12 and 15 kW Inverters |
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3, 8 and 12 kW Inverters |
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Schneider |
Conext XW+ series; Conext SW series; Conext XW MPPT charge controller |
AC or DC coupled |
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Outback |
Skybox, Radian, and 40V versions of FLEX max charge controller, FLEXpower FXR(A) and FXR (E) series; GVFX series |
AC or DC coupled |
|
Magnum |
MS 4448PAE; MS 4048-20B |
AC or DC coupled |
|
SMA |
SUNNY ISLAND 4548-US/6048-US; SUNNY ISLAND 3.0M/4.4M/6.0H/8.0H |
AC coupled |
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Victron |
Phoenix VE.Direct Inverter; MultiPlus and Quatro Inverter/Charger; Skylla-TG Charger; General; Color Control or Venus GX |
DC coupled |
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Morning Star |
TriStar MPPT 600V; TriStar MPPT; Tristar PWM; MultiWave 4KW |
DC coupled |
|
Midnite Solar |
Solar Classic 150, 200 & 250; Solar Classic 150, 200 & 250-SL |
DC coupled |
