The safety of crew and installation personnel is of utmost importance. A variety of hardware and integrated software protocols. These systems work together to protect the crew and system during the installation procedure.
Safety mechanisms – Image courtesy of SHIFT Clean Energy
Safe voltage isolation is provided with:
- A contactor in every module
- No voltage during shipping
- Arc flash prevention during installation
- No voltage in an emergency for personal safety
- No hydrogen generation when submersed in sea water
- Use breaker to isolate string instead of contactor + fuse
During start-up:
- Motorized breaker connects ESS to the DC Bus
- BMS checks for correct cabling prior to enabling internal contactors and switching on battery
- Once setup complete, system waits for control command
- to connect to the DC Bus
- Final DC Bus connection performed by motorized breaker
- Ensures operator/installation safety and system isolation
– Information from SHIFT Clean Energy –