8 Reasons To Choose Lithium-Ion Battery Packs For Your Motive Power Fleet

For many years, nickel-cadmium had been the only suitable battery for portable equipment from wireless communications to mobile computing. Nickel-metal-hydride and lithium-ion emerged in the early 1990s, fighting nose-to-nose to gain customer's acceptance. Today, lithium-ion is the fastest growing and most promising battery chemistry.

Importance of Lithium-Ion battery in motive power fleets

Within motive power applications, the penetration of lithium-ion battery systems is relatively low but is growing fast. ACE’s lithium-ion battery packs are leveraged across an array of sectors such as material handling, industrial cleaning, and medical care, offering safety, efficiency, and flexibility. By using advanced industry production equipment and design concepts, ACE ensure extended battery life, superior performance, and product consistency.

From a technology perspective, lithium-ion technology is increasingly viewed as a compelling alternative to lead acid battery systems as it provides:

1.     higher energy density

Lithium-ion batteries offer the highest energy density, enabling them to store and deliver more energy without taking up as much space as a lead acid battery.

Technology advances: the energy density of lithium-ion batteries has increased from 80 Wh/kg to around 300 Wh/kg since the beginning of the 1990s.

In the context of long-range electric vehicles and electric aviation putting forward higher and higher requirements for battery energy density, the choice of high-density lithium batteries is the general trend.

Featuring high energy density, ACE prismatic batteries (LiFePO4) are mainly used medical products, LEV and ESS, etc.

2.     Longevity and Cycle Life

The long cycle life of lithium-ion batteries refers to their ability to maintain a capacity not lower than the rated value during use, and their cycle life can exceed 1000 cycles. Lithium-ion batteries with carbon anodes do not generate dendritic lithium during charge and discharge processes, thereby avoiding internal short circuits and damage to the battery. Additionally, lithium iron phosphate batteries have a long cycle life, with a service life of over 6 years, while lead-acid batteries have a cycle life of less than or equal to 350 cycles. These advantages make lithium-ion batteries economically viable for long-term use, suitable for scenarios requiring extended usage, such as portable power sources and electric vehicles.

The ACE-developed RESS-E20-H1 residential solar battery storage system is designed to provide long-term power supply for homes. It can offer over 6000 cycles of charging and discharging at 100% capacity, demonstrating its remarkable lifespan.

3.     costs

l  lower operating costs

While the initial investment in lithium-ion batteries may be higher than lead batteries, the ancillary savings can offset the upfront cost. Improved efficiency, reduced downtime, and lower maintenance expenses contribute to long-term cost-effectiveness.

l  Lower total costs

Lithium-ion batteries offer great savings compared to lead acid when you consider the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Though the upfront cost of a lithium-ion battery is higher, the return on investment (ROI) is attractive by achieving greater operational efficiency and lower TCO.

ACE provides cylindrical cells at a cheap price (like lithium-ion battery 18650), which are applicable for power tools, E-mobility, consumer, medical and ESS products, etc.

4.    Reduced Maintenance

l  No need for frequent charge-discharge cycles

 Lithium batteries do not suffer from the "memory effect," so they do not require frequent full charge and discharge cycles, making them more convenient to maintain. Users can recharge them as needed without waiting for the battery to fully deplete.

l  Low self-discharge rate

Lithium batteries have a relatively low self-discharge rate, meaning that even when not in use for extended periods, they experience minimal charge loss, reducing maintenance burden.

l  Solid-state electrolyte

Lithium batteries use a solid-state electrolyte instead of a liquid one, eliminating the need for regular addition of water or liquid to maintain the electrolyte's normal function.

5.     Unmatched Efficiency

Lithium-ion batteries support fast charging, longer runtimes, and opportunity charging minimizing idle time and maximizing productivity.

For example, ACE’s cutting-edge NMC and LiFePO4 batteries are renowned types of lithium-ion batteries, which deliver unrivaled power, backed by the longevity of the NMC and LiFePO4 technologies. Their high-discharge rates make them an ideal choice for devices and applications that require substantial power in a short span of time.

6.     Improved Safety

Safety is paramount in any workplace, and lithium-ion battery packs take safety to a new level. With advanced built-in safety features and no risk of acid leaks or emissions, they offer a cleaner and safer working environment.

For example, ACE Group's battery certifications include UL2054, UL1973, UL2580, UL9540A, UL1642, IEC62133 and more, which have testing requirements on the safety and quality of batteries, and ensure compliance with relevant rules and regulations.

7.    Environmental Friendliness

Traditional electric vehicles that use lead-acid batteries will result in a large amount of pollution and lead vapor after disposal. According to statistics, the waste batteries from a group of electric vehicles will contaminate tens of thousands of tons of water. Lead is not easily eliminated from the body and can lead to metabolic, reproductive, and neurological diseases. Elevated levels of lead in the body can cause decreased intelligence, fetal deformities, and may increase the risk of malignant tumors in children, and even lead to death.

In comparison, lithium-ion batteries have natural environmental advantages. The materials used in lithium-ion batteries do not contain harmful heavy metals such as cadmium, lead, and mercury. Lithium-ion batteries do not produce any pollutants during their production and use, ensuring human health and resolving the issue of soil and water pollution during the recycling of used batteries.

ACE company is implementing a green development strategy, adhering to green products and services. It has carried out material innovations, such as coal tar-graphite-lithium-ion battery anode materials. ACE company advocates the concept of green ecology and a sustainable battery value chain.

8．Space Optimization

Lithium-ion batteries are characterized by their small size and lightweight nature, making them an ideal energy source for small electronic devices, such as smartphones, laptops, cameras, electric tools, and other products. For example, compared to lead-acid batteries, lithium-ion batteries can save up to 50% in volume while providing the same energy storage capacity. Additionally, for the same volume, lithium-ion batteries can be one-third lighter than lead-acid batteries.

For example, the ACE’s battery cells (such as 18650 lithium-ion batteries, and 21700 lithium-ion cells) for sale are high quality, lightweight, and bulk.

Conclusion

Based on the above eight advantages of lithium-ion batteries and ACE, choosing to use lithium-ion batteries in your motive power fleet is a wise decision, and selecting ACE's lithium-ion batteries is a great choice.

ACE is not just a supplier; they are also a one-stop solution for your battery needs. There services encompass custom-made lithium-ion battery pack design, manufacturing, testing, certification, and sales. If you are struggling to choose which company's lithium-ion batteries to go with, ACE might be a good option.