First 48v 280ah DIY build kit done!

[SomethingElse]

Just showing it off since its not on fire :D Bought the 280k 8000 cycle V3 batteries and JK280 kit from Docan Power for $2k to my door, came with everything needed. Should run the eg4 6000 xp nicely. Thanks to a google search on used EV batteries about a year ago when Wills name popped up and this groups help, I gathered the courage to take this intimidating project on! now for some 2/0 wire and lots and lots of settings to study and set!

 

[Rednecktek]

How comfortable would you be standing that thing up on endcagainst a wall? Any concerns about things shifting around in there?

 

[SomethingElse]

How comfortable would you be standing that thing up on endcagainst a wall? Any concerns about things shifting around in there?

Not very, unless modifying the case. It would not be worth the effort since docan power has released vertical case designs. Originally I was going to wait for them but they wont be available in the US for another 1-2 month Kim says. With all the Tariff scares and current low pricing I pulled the trigger.

 

[Threader]

Nice big battery! good work.

Note: Just got a shipped notice for Seplos Vertical Case kit (16 x 280 style) from Alibaba I orderd Aug 20 from Canada. So vertical cases are available. Now patiently waiting for Hthium cell prices to go down a notch or the Cdn dollar to increase. Either or.

 

[Brett V]

About 220 pounds there? I’d have to build it where it’s going to live.

 

[Rednecktek]

Not very, unless modifying the case. It would not be worth the effort since docan power has released vertical case designs. Originally I was going to wait for them but they wont be available in the US for another 1-2 month Kim says. With all the Tariff scares and current low pricing I pulled the trigger.

And that would be why I asked. Everybody and their uncle has rackmount cases, but verticals are always "Coming Soon".

Thanks!

 

[SomethingElse]

About 220 pounds there? I’d have to build it where it’s going to live.

Its hefty. luckily I have jacks and an engine hoist if I needed to move it. the wife doesn't have enough mmmpphhh! I will drag the shelf underneath the 6000 xp once done with the wiring. I was so close to stealing your truck toolbox on wheels idea :D

 

[frankrudis65]

I hope you got friends,willing for some good bottles of homemade beer,helping you to move this heafty build around,well done impressive!