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SMS-BESS-5000 Container
SMS-BESS-5000 · Liquid-cooled

5 MWh Containerized BESS

Pre-integrated 40ft HQ container delivering 5.0 MWh at 2.5 MW continuous. Designed for utility-scale solar firming, grid arbitrage, frequency regulation, and 4-hour duration storage applications.

5.0MWh
Energy capacity
2.5MW
PCS power
≥92%
Round-trip eff.
40ft HQ
Container size
UL 9540A IEC 62619 UN 38.3 CE / TUV IP55
Technical Specifications

Engineering data sheet

All values are nominal at 25°C BOL conditions. Custom configurations available — contact engineering.

🔋 Battery System

Cell chemistryLFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate)
Cell formatPrismatic, 314 Ah
System energy5,016 kWh
Usable energy≥4,665 kWh @ 90% DOD
System voltage range1075 – 1430 V DC
Configuration5P416S (single string)
Cycle life≥6,000 @ 80% DOD, 0.5C
Calendar life20 years
BMS3-tier (cell / pack / cluster)

⚡ Power Conversion System

PCS rated power2,500 kW
AC voltage400 V / 480 V / 690 V (configurable)
Grid frequency50 / 60 Hz ±2.5 Hz
Power factor-1 ~ +1 adjustable
Max efficiency≥99%
Round-trip efficiency≥92% (system)
THDi<3% @ rated
Anti-islandActive & passive (grid-code compliant)
Black-startOptional

🌡 Thermal & Environment

Cooling typeLiquid (50% glycol coolant)
Temperature uniformity±2°C across all cells
Cooling PUE<1.05
Operating temp-30°C to +55°C
Storage temp-40°C to +60°C
Humidity0–95% non-condensing
Altitude≤3,000 m (derate above 2,000 m)
IP ratingIP55 enclosure

📐 Mechanical & Safety

Container type40 ft HQ (high cube)
Dimensions (L×W×H)12,192 × 2,438 × 2,896 mm
Weight~38,000 kg (full)
Fire detectionVESDA aspirating + heat & smoke
Fire suppressionPerfluorohexanone (FK-5-1-12)
Explosion ventPer UL 9540A & NFPA 855
CommunicationModbus TCP / IEC 61850 / DNP3
Remote monitoringCloud EMS standard, OPC UA optional
Warranty5 yr standard / 10 yr extended
Why this product wins projects

Engineering decisions that reduce your risk and cost

Liquid cooling, ±2°C uniformity

Precision thermal management extends cycle life and stops thermal runaway propagation. Validated to UL 9540A unit-level.

Single-string topology

One string per container eliminates inter-cluster circulating currents — simpler BMS, higher efficiency, no power loss to active equalization.

Multi-layer fire safety

VESDA aspirating detection + dual-stage gas suppression + explosion vents. Meets the latest NFPA 855 and SIBA requirements.

Cloud EMS included

Real-time SOC/SOH monitoring, dispatch logic for arbitrage and ancillary services, OTA firmware updates. Browser dashboard, mobile app, REST API.

Plug-and-play deployment

Site work limited to foundation, AC cable termination, and grid relay coordination. Typical install-to-energization: 14 days.

20-year asset framework

Long-term performance warranties, spare-parts guaranteed for 15 years, augmentation pathways pre-engineered into the SCADA layer.

Use cases

Where this product fits

Solar firming

Smooth PV ramp rates, capture curtailment.

Peak shaving

Cap demand charges and arbitrage TOU spreads.

FCR / aFRR

Sub-second response for grid services markets.

Microgrid backbone

Black-start capable, multi-source dispatch.

Safety, certified

Designed for insurance, financing & permitting

Every certification you need to win utility tenders and pass insurer reviews.

UL 9540A

Cell, module, unit, installation level testing complete.

IEC 62619

Industrial Li-ion safety standard.

UN 38.3

Transport safety certified.

CE · TUV · CSA · SGS

Multi-region grid-code compliance.

Get the full datasheet

PDF includes: detailed electrical drawings, dimensional drawings, bill of materials, certifications register, and recommended commissioning checklist.

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