BYD Battery-Box LV5.0 5kWh 51.2V LiFePO4 Solar Battery; 70A Charge/Discharge, CAN/RS485/WiFi, Expandable to 160kWh

BYD Battery-Box LV5.0 5kWh 51.2V LiFePO4 Solar Battery

• 5kWh usable LiFePO4 lithium solar battery for backup, self-consumption, and off-grid energy storage.
• 51.2V low-voltage battery design for compatible 48V-class hybrid inverter systems.
• 70A maximum charge and discharge current for reliable daily solar storage performance.
• 100% depth of discharge under BYD test conditions, helping maximise usable battery capacity.
• Built-in BMS for battery protection, performance control, and safe operation.
• CAN, RS485, Bluetooth, and WiFi communication support for compatible inverter integration and monitoring.
• 200A peak charge/discharge current for 10 seconds to support short high-demand periods.
• Scalable from 5kWh up to 160kWh by connecting up to 32 units in parallel.
• ≥95% round-trip efficiency for reduced energy losses during charge and discharge cycles.
• Compact floor-mounted indoor design with IP20 protection.

BYD Battery-Box LV5.0 5kWh 51.2V LiFePO4 Solar Battery

The BYD Battery-Box LV5.0 is a premium 5kWh, 51.2V LiFePO4 lithium solar battery designed for reliable solar backup, hybrid inverter systems, off-grid power, and solar self-consumption. It uses BYD’s lithium iron phosphate battery technology, offering a safer, cobalt-free chemistry suitable for long-term energy storage applications.

With 70A charge/discharge current, built-in BMS, CAN/RS485/Bluetooth/WiFi communication, and scalability up to 160kWh, the Battery-Box LV5.0 is suitable for both residential and light commercial installations where dependable backup power and future expansion matter. The LV5.0 datasheet lists 5kWh usable energy, 51.2V nominal voltage, 70A max charge/discharge current, 200A peak current for 10 seconds, and a maximum parallel capacity of 160kWh.

Best For

The BYD Battery-Box LV5.0 is best for homes, offices, shops, clinics, NGOs, telecom sites, and small commercial facilities that need reliable lithium battery backup with room to expand. It is suitable for solar hybrid systems, nighttime backup, self-consumption, and off-grid energy storage where premium battery quality, communication compatibility, and long-term performance are important.

Battery Performance

• Brand: BYD
• Product name: Battery-Box LV5.0
• Battery type: Lithium Iron Phosphate, LiFePO4 / LFP
• Usable energy: 5kWh
• Nominal voltage: 51.2V
• Operating voltage range: 40V - 57.6V
• Round-trip efficiency: ≥95%
• Depth of discharge: 100% under BYD test conditions
• Recommended DoD: Up to 100%, subject to inverter settings and installation configuration

Charge and Discharge

• Maximum charge current: 70A
• Maximum discharge current: 70A
• Peak charge/discharge current: 200A for 10 seconds
• Charge cut-off voltage: 57.6V
• Discharge cut-off voltage: 40V
• Note: Actual current may vary depending on the compatible inverter used.

Communication and Monitoring

• Communication ports: CAN / RS485 / Bluetooth / WiFi
• Built-in BMS: Yes
• Supports inverter communication and battery monitoring with compatible systems.

Scalability and Installation

• Parallel scalability: Up to 32 units
• Maximum total capacity: 160kWh
• Installation type: Floor-mounted
• Dimensions: 195 x 595 x 255mm
• Weight: 42kg
• Protection rating: IP20

Operating Conditions

• Charge temperature range: 0°C to 50°C
• Discharge temperature range: -20°C to 50°C
• Storage humidity: 5% - 95%
• Maximum altitude: <4000m

Certifications

• CE
• IEC62619
• UN38.3
• RED