RedFlow ZBM

THE ZINC BROMIDE FLOW BATTERY

“RedFlow’s zinc-bromide flow battery module, the RedFlow ZBM, is a fully flexible
solution for multi-hour stationary energy storage applications. The RedFlow ZBM has
been designed with superior lifetime energy throughput at a low cost.”

Performance
RedFlow’s ZBM is a high-performance battery that provides high energy density and
best performance in deep discharging applications. RedFlow ZBMs operate at 100%
and partial depths of discharge without degradation. It features longer life, lower life-
cycle costs and a superior temperature range of operations.

Safe and Recyclable Design

The design of a RedFlow ZBM capitalises on the unique ability to stop reactions and
isolate the electrolyte in the tanks. Electrical safety is enhanced by a unique current-
limiting capability in the event of a short circuit. On-board intelligence continually
monitors the condition of the battery, and shuts the battery down on detection of any
abnormalities. The RedFlow ZBM is comprised of low-cost, predominantly recyclable
materials, being principally plastic, metal and organic electrolytes.
BENEFITS
Flexibility
 Full DC solution As the only zinc-bromide battery designed as an OEM product, the RedFlow ZBM has
 Inherently safe all the inherent attributes of a standard battery, with the advantages of embedded
design control for discrete operation, e.g. configurable as constant power or constant current.
 Flexible use for It can be customised to specific applications. The RedFlow ZBM has an open-source
system integrators MODBUS communications system, and will work with off-the-shelf control and power
electronics.
 Series and parallel
configurations Versatile
 Easily maintained to As a scalable modular building block, single or multiple RedFlow ZBMs can be used
extend life in parallel or series arrays, enabling flexible voltage and capacity configurations from
 Recyclable ~8kWh to MWh.
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USABLE Technical Specifications

FLEXIBLE

ECONOMICAL Power 3 kW continuous / 5 kW peak

Energy 8 kWh, 170 Ah (duty cycle dependant)

Dimensions 845 L x 823 H x 400 W (mm)
33 L x 32 H x 16 W (in)

Weight 225 kg (500 lb) with electrolyte

90 kg (200 lb) without electrolyte
Electrolyte Volume 100L (26 Gal)

Net Energy 80% DC-DC Max

Efficiency
DC Operating 42 – 58 V
Range
Ambient Operating 5 to 45 °C
Temperature (Operation limited from 45°C, shut down at 50°C)

Shelf Life Indefinite with no temperature effect

Communication RS485, MODBUS®

Certifications Pending: C-Tick, CE, FCC, UL Certifications

Safety Datasheet DG Class 8 for electrolyte

Typical Charge and Discharge Curve

About RedFlow RedFlow Limited

RedFlow is a leading developer and manufacturer of zinc-bromide flow 27 Counihan Road Suite C3,
batteries. RedFlow’s standard 3kW/8kWh zinc-bromide battery module Seventeen Mile Rocks 11601 Pellicano Dr.
(ZBM) is designed to be flexible and integrated into electricity storage Brisbane, QLD 4073 El Paso,
systems for a range of stationary applications. AUSTRALIA TX 79936, USA.

Phone: +61 7 3376 0008

RedFlow® is a registered trade-mark of RedFlow limited. Fax: +61 7 3378 3751
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