User Manual: PBLH™ Series

User Manual
PBLH™ Series
PBLH-54R0/166SD
PBLH-18R0/500SD
7520 Mission Valley Road ● San Diego, CA 92108-4400 ● USA ● Tel: 619.398.9700 ● Fax: 619.398.9777 ● www.tecategroup.com

1. OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................ 3

2. UNPACKING ............................................................................................................................. 3

3. SAFETY ...................................................................................................................................... 3

4. MODULE TO MODULE CONNECTION .................................................................................... 4

5. OUTPUT TERMINAL CONNECTION ....................................................................................... 4
6. OUTPUT CONNECTOR ............................................................................................................ 5
7. MOUNTING ................................................................................................................................ 6
8. MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................................ 6
APPENDIX A .................................................................................................................................. 7
APPENDIX B – LINE DRAWINGS ................................................................................................ 10
REVISIONS ................................................................................................................................... 11
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Overview: The Tecate Group 18V /500F and 54V / 166F Ultracapacitor Modules
1.
have high energy and low ESR to meet energy
storage and power delivery
requirements.

The cells used in the module have 3.0V maximum voltage rating and are connected
in series to get higher operating voltage of modules. To meet the long cycle life
requirements, we recommend operating below the specified individual module ratings
of each module. All the cells are balanced by balancing circuit connected in parallel
to each cell.

2. Unpacking: Inspect the shipping carton for signs of damage prior to unpacking the
module. Damage to the shipping carton or module should be reported to the carrier
immediately.
Remove the module from the shipping carton and retain the shipping materials until
the unit has been inspected and is determined to be operational.
NOTE: The original shipping materials are approved for both air and ground
shipment. The module should be removed from the shipping carton by lifting the body
of the module.
3. Safety:
Do not operate above specified
voltage.
Do not operate above specified

temperature rating.
Do not touch terminals with conductors

while charged. Serious burns, shock,
or material fusing may occur.
Protect surrounding electrical

Figure 1. Warning label
components from incidental contact.
Provide sufficient electrical isolation

when working above 18V DC and 54V
DC respectively.
Prior to installation and removal from

the equipment, it is mandatory to fully
discharge the module.

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Module to module connection: series and parallel connection for High power.
4.

Figure 2: Series Connection of Modules
Figure 3: Parallel Connection of Modules
5. Output terminal connection: The Tecate Group 18V / 500F and 54V / 166F
Ultracapacitor Modules are designed to connect directly to a ring or a bus bar. The
positive terminal threaded size is M8 and negative terminal is M10. Wave washers are
required to ensure long term, reliable connections.
When tightening the terminal bolt, a torque of 20 N-m for the M8 bolt should be used
(30N-m for the M10 bolt). Because the modules have a very low ESR, total ESR will
be affected by a ring lug, bus bar or torque. Therefore, it needs more attention to
assemble the modules. An appropriate protection and sealing should be used on both
module terminals to avoid shock hazards and corrosion.

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Output connector: The output of connector is tabulated below.
6.

Table 1: Connector Output
Temperature
Pin #
Pin out Signal Pin out Signal

1 TEMP Pin1 or Pin2 TEMP Pin1 or Pin2

2 TEMP Pin2 or Pin1 TEMP Pin2 or Pin1
3 Not used - - -
4 Not used - GND -
1 4
2 3
Figure 4: Monitoring connector.
6.1. Temperature:
6.1.1. Pin 1, 2 is connected with a NTC thermistor for temperature monitoring. According
to temperature variation in the module, the resistance of the thermistor is
determined. The resistance measured through the thermistor relates to
temperature according to the DK Sensor 10K@ 25℃ resistance to temperature
chart for the appendix A.
6.1.2. Pin 3, 4 are not used.
6.2. Temperature Alarm:
6.2.1. Pin 1, 2 is connected with a NTC thermistor for temperature monitoring.
6.2.2. Pin 4 is connected with monitoring connector output signals receiver

circuit’s ground. The output signals are isolated from the capacitor
voltage and from chassis ground.
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7. Mounting: The modules should not be mounted
in locations where they are directly
exposed to the environment. You can mount the module both vertically and horizontally.

8. Maintenance:

8.1. Power Rating: The rated voltage of the modules is a maximum of 18V and 54V
respectively. If the applied voltage is over the specified voltages of each module,
charging of the module should be stopped. The allowable low voltage level of the
module depends on the user’s requirements, but full discharging to 0V does not affect
the module performance.
8.2. Temperature: The module has its optimal operating temperature range of -40 to 65°C.
8.3. Do not expose to direct sunlight: Do not install module in areas with direct
exposure to sunlight, due to temperature increase inside the module.
8.4. Maintenance: The modules have an expected life cycle of over 10 years at
rated voltage and +25℃. However the life cycle of the modules may be
decreased in high temperature condition or over voltage charging.
If the following abnormal module performances are detected, operation should be

stopped and checking the electrical & mechanical connections is recommended.
8.4.1. Temperature sensor detects high temperature in normal operating conditions.

8.4.2. Internal resistance increase or initial voltage drop increase.
8.4.3. Deformation of the module case bar or torque.
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REV REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
00 RELEASED 20/01/29

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6. OUTPUT CONNECTOR ............................................................................................................ 5

APPENDIX B – LINE DRAWINGS ................................................................................................ 10

Do not operate above specified

Do not touch terminals with conductors

Protect surrounding electrical

Provide sufficient electrical isolation

Prior to installation and removal from

Figure 2: Series Connection of Modules

Figure 3: Parallel Connection of Modules

Figure 4: Monitoring connector.

6.1.2. Pin 3, 4 are not used.

6.2. Temperature Alarm:

6.2.1. Pin 1, 2 is connected with a NTC thermistor for temperature monitoring.

6.2.2. Pin 4 is connected with monitoring connector output signals receiver

If the following abnormal module performances are detected, operation should be

8.4.1. Temperature sensor detects high temperature in normal operating conditions.

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