MG HE Series User manual

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Lithium-Ion HE battery module
- Manual -
MGHE240100, MGHE241100, MGHE242100 (HE 100Ah)
MGHE240150, MGHE241150, MGHE242150 (HE 150Ah)
MGHE240200, MGHE241200, MGHE242200 (HE 200Ah)
MGHE240300, MGHE241300, MGHE242300 (HE 300Ah)
Also applicable to older series HP and UHE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 GENERAL .........................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Document history ...................................................................................................................1
1.2 Terms, abbreviations, and definition......................................................................................1
2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................................3
2.1 Safety message level definition ..............................................................................................3
2.2 User health and safety ............................................................................................................3
Qualifications and training..............................................................................................4
Non-compliance risks......................................................................................................4
Risk assessment ..............................................................................................................4
Unacceptable modes of operation .................................................................................4
3 TRANSPORT, STORAGE, UNPACKING AND HANDLING ...................................................................5
3.1 Transport.................................................................................................................................5
3.2 Storage....................................................................................................................................5
3.3 Unpacking and handling..........................................................................................................6
Lifting the battery module ..............................................................................................6
Scope of delivery.............................................................................................................7
4 GENERAL DESCRIPTION...................................................................................................................8
4.1 Battery system components ...................................................................................................8
4.2 Functional description ............................................................................................................8
4.3 Example systems.....................................................................................................................9
Low voltage systems .......................................................................................................9
High voltage systems ....................................................................................................10
5 MODELS ........................................................................................................................................11
5.1 Models and configurations ...................................................................................................11
RJ45 connectors and systems up to 96 V......................................................................11
M12 connectors and systems up to 96 V......................................................................11
M12 connectors and systems up to 144 V systems (M12-HV) .....................................11
Battery designation.......................................................................................................12
5.2 Identification label ................................................................................................................13
Other labels...................................................................................................................13
5.3 Approvals and standards ......................................................................................................14
6 OVERVIEW.....................................................................................................................................15

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6.1 Connection overview ............................................................................................................15
Overview of all models..................................................................................................17
6.2 Connections details...............................................................................................................21
RJ45 CAN-bus connector details ...................................................................................21
M12 CAN-bus connector details ...................................................................................22
Power connections........................................................................................................23
6.3 Status indication ...................................................................................................................25
Indication showing the LED states and its meaning .....................................................25
7 INTEGRATION REQUIREMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................26
7.1 Risk assessment ....................................................................................................................26
7.2 Location.................................................................................................................................26
Environment..................................................................................................................26
Thermal management...................................................................................................26
7.3 Placement .............................................................................................................................29
Placement in battery box..............................................................................................29
Positioning the battery .................................................................................................30
Positioning considering air flow....................................................................................31
Mounting considerations..............................................................................................31
Battery module spacing requirements .........................................................................32
7.4 Electrical................................................................................................................................34
Power cables .................................................................................................................34
Parallel configuration....................................................................................................34
Paralleling using the Distributor LV...............................................................................38
Paralleling using a custom bus bar connection system ................................................38
Series configuration ......................................................................................................39
Charger..........................................................................................................................41
8 INSTALLATION...............................................................................................................................42
8.1 Tooling...................................................................................................................................42
8.2 Installation procedures .........................................................................................................43
8.3 Mounting procedure.............................................................................................................43
8.4 Electrical connection procedure ...........................................................................................43
Equipotential bonding connection procedure..............................................................44
Positive and negative power connection procedure ....................................................45

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CAN-bus connection procedure....................................................................................50
8.5 Installing the top ingress protection cover ...........................................................................53
Placing the cover...........................................................................................................54
Removing the cover ......................................................................................................56
Cutting the cover...........................................................................................................56
8.6 Fuse replacing procedure......................................................................................................58
Non-fused battery pole.................................................................................................58
Replacement instructions .............................................................................................58
9 COMMISSIONING..........................................................................................................................60
10 SERVICE .....................................................................................................................................61
10.1 Maintenance .........................................................................................................................61
Cleaning.........................................................................................................................61
10.2 End-of-life..............................................................................................................................61
10.3 Disposal.................................................................................................................................61
11 BOUNDARY LIMITS....................................................................................................................62
11.1 HE 25.2 V / 100-150-200 Ah Battery Module .......................................................................62
Cell voltage....................................................................................................................62
Cell temperature charging ............................................................................................63
Cell temperature discharging........................................................................................63
Power terminal temperature........................................................................................63
Current ..........................................................................................................................64
Balancing.......................................................................................................................64
Deviation voltages and temperatures...........................................................................64
11.2 HE 25.2 V / 300 Ah Battery Module......................................................................................65
Cell voltage....................................................................................................................65
Cell temperature charging ............................................................................................66
Cell temperature discharging........................................................................................66
Power terminal temperature........................................................................................66
Current ..........................................................................................................................67
Balancing.......................................................................................................................67
Deviation voltages and temperatures...........................................................................67
12 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................................................68
13 DIMENSIONS .............................................................................................................................68

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1GENERAL
Before continuing read the instructions in this chapter carefully and be sure the instructions are fully
understood. If there are questions after reading the instructions please consult MG Energy Systems.
1.1 Document history
Table 1 - Document history
Rev.
Date
Changes
Revision author
2.0
13-01-2019
Initial document.
Mark Scholten
2.1
24-11-2020
Major changes: Text, images, added new chapters
etc.
Mark Scholten
2.2
11-01-2020
- Update schematic in Figure 1. Fixed minor typos.
- Removed image on page 27. This was not intended
to be there.
Mark Scholten
26-08-2021
Updated battery designation in section 5.1.4.
Frank van Son
2.3
21-09-2022
- Updated images
- Extended storage notes text in chapter 3.2.
- Changed voltage levels and number of battery
modules in series to 144V and 6 modules in series.
- Added chapter risk assessment to chapter 2.2.3.
- Added "Other labels" to chapter 5.2.
- Updated dummy fuse article number in chapter
6.2.3.1.
- Removed 2C heat rejection from chapter 7.2.2.1.
- Added chapter 7.3.1 Placement in battery box.
- Changed float voltage to 28,0 V in chapter 7.4.6.1.
- Added chapter 8.1 Tooling.
- Updated connection of positive and negative
power cables and CAN-Bus connections.
- Extended the commissioning in chapter 9.
- Extended the maintenance in chapter 10.
- Changed "Dummy fuse" to non-fused battery pole
in the complete document
Mark Scholten
1.2 Terms, abbreviations, and definition
Table 2 - Terms, abbreviations, and definitions
Battery cell
Battery cell; the smallest building block in a battery, a chemical unit.
Cell is the bare Lithium-Ion battery cell.
Battery module
Battery module; is an assembly of submodules, BMS and outer
enclosure.
Battery stack
Battery stack; is a set of multiple cells in cell cassettes constructed as
one.
BMS
Battery Management System; The BMS is the electronics that
monitors the battery cell parameters to keep it within the operation
specifications.
CAN-bus
Controller Area Network bus; CAN-bus is a standard serial data-bus
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C-rate
C-Rate; the current (A) used to charge/discharge the battery system
divided by the rated ampere-hours (Ah).
EMS
Energy Management System; The EMS controls all power sources
and consumers in a system.
HVIL
High Voltage Interlock Loop; is a wire loop which is created for
protection of pulling cables from the battery system while in
operation. It shuts down the system when loop is not closed.
IC
Integrated Circuit; is a chip containing an electronics circuit;
MSDS
Material Safety Data Sheet; is a document that lists information
relating to occupational safety and health for the use of various
substances and products.
NMEA 2000
National Marine Electronics Association’s NMEA 2000 is a plug-and-
play communications standard used for connecting marine sensors
and display units within ships and boats, standardised in the IEC
61162-1.
PCB
Printed Circuit Board; is a board containing an electronic circuit;
PCBA
Printed Circuit Board Assembly; is a board containing an electronic
circuit including passive and active components;
SoC
State-of-Charge; is the remaining capacity in a battery cell or module
in percent (%).
SoH
State-of-Health; is a figure of merit of the condition of a battery (or a
cell, or a battery pack), compared to its ideal conditions.

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2SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Follow the safety instructions in this document to ensure your own safety.
2.1 Safety message level definition
Table 3 - Safety message levels overview
WARNING:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
LIMITATION:
A limitation to use which must be considered for safe use of the equipment.
ELECTRICAL HAZARD:
The possibility of electrical risks if instructions are not followed in a proper
manner.
NOTICE:
A potential situation which, if not avoided, could result in an undesirable
result or state.
A practice not related to personal injury.
2.2 User health and safety
This product is designed and tested in accordance with international standards. The equipment
should be used according the intended use only.
WARNING:
A battery is a permanent energy source which cannot be turned off.
ELECTRICAL HAZARD:
Wear applicable personal protective equipment when working on a
battery system.
Use insulated tools when working on a battery system.
Make sure the locale health and safety regulations for working on battery
systems are followed.
There is a risk of electrocution and burns when working on higher voltage
systems without proper protective gear and special training.

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Qualifications and training
The personnel responsible for the assembly, operation, inspection, and maintenance of the battery
system must be appropriately qualified. The user company must do the following tasks:
Define the responsibilities and competency of all personnel working on the battery system.
Provide instruction and training.
Ensure that the contents of the operating and safety instructions have been fully understood
by the personnel.
Check the local safety rules and guidelines they have higher preference over the
manufacturers specification in case of regulatory conflicts.
Working on higher voltages requires specific training and certification.
Instructions and training can be carried out by MG Energy Systems B.V. by order of the user
company.
Non-compliance risks
Failure to comply with all safety precautions can result in the following conditions:
Death or serious injury due to electrical, mechanical, and chemical influences.
Environmental damage due to the leakage of dangerous materials.
Product damage.
Property damage.
Loss of all claims for damages.
Risk assessment
For every integration of the battery system it is mandatory to perform a risk assessment.
Goal of the risk assessment is to identify the hazards and determine the corresponding risks for the
particular application.
The following topics need to be addressed:
Fire hazards (fire from the batteries, fire from external source etc.)
Environmental hazards (moisture, water ingress, vibration, heat etc.)
Electrical hazards (short-circuit, cable dimensioning, cable routing etc.)
Installation and operational hazards (lifting, communication, power loss etc.)
Unacceptable modes of operation
The operational reliability of this product is only guaranteed when it is used as intended. The
operating limits on the identification tag and in the data sheet may not be exceeded under any
circumstances. If the identification tag is missing or worn, contact MG Energy Systems B.V. for
specific instructions.
WARNING:
The battery modules may only be used in combination with a master BMS.
(MG Master LV or MG Master HV)

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3TRANSPORT, STORAGE, UNPACKING AND HANDLING
3.1 Transport
The package and transport instructions provided by the manufacturer must be followed under all
circumstances.
Notes on transport:
Use original packaging materials.
Lithium-Ion batteries are dangerous goods and must be
transported according to the applicable rules.
Transportation company and shipper must be qualified to
transport and package dangerous goods.
The SoC during transport must be ≤30%.
For details on transport of this battery module see the MSDS and general transport instructions.
CAUTION:
It is not allowed to transport, connect or operate a damaged battery.
NOTICE:
No liability can be accepted for damage during transport if the equipment is not
transported in its original packaging or if the original packaging is opened before
the destination is reached.
NOTICE:
The SoC of the battery as delivered from factory is ≤30%.
3.2 Storage
The storage instructions provided by the manufacturer must be followed in all circumstances.
Notes on storage:
Battery module must be stored in its original packaging.
Store in a dry, clean, and conditioned location.
Local regulations for storage of dangerous goods may be applicable.
Recommended storage temperature of the battery module is between +10°C to +25°C.
It is recommended to limit the battery charge between 50% and 70% SoC. This will limit
calendric aging.
The battery module’s SoC is decreasing 1% per year when not connected to any equipment,
including MG Master LV or MG Master HV. Recharging is required when the voltage is in the range of
the cut-off voltage.

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NOTICE:
Check the MG Master LV or MG Master HV manual for storage of a connected
system.
NOTICE:
Check the voltage of the stored battery module every year.
When the battery module voltage is < 24 VDC, recharging is required. Contact MG
Energy Systems for specific instructions and tools.
3.3 Unpacking and handling
Follow these handling guidelines when handling the product to prevent damage during unpacking:
Use care when handling the product.
Leave protective caps and covers on the product until installation.
Lifting the battery module
Use the handles on the side of the battery module for lifting:
CAUTION:
Always take the local applicable standards and regulations regarding the
prevention of accidents into account when handling the product.
CAUTION:
Be aware of the total mass of the product and do not lift heavy objects unassisted.

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Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery is as following:
MG HE battery module of type as described in chapter 5.
Quick installation guide: HE100-150-200 and HE300
Top ingress protection cover HE Series (article number: MG4000267)
Non-fused battery pole (article number: MG4000034).
NOTICE:
Not within the scope of delivery:
Power cables and connectors (details can be found in chapter 6.2.3).
Communication cables and connectors (details can be found in chapter
6.2).

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4GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The HE battery series is based on a high energy density Lithium-Ion NMC battery cell. This means
more energy in less weight. The integrated battery management system brings the highest standard
on safety and gives insight in the status of the battery. Flexibility in system configuration is created
by a modular design. On a system level voltages up to 144 V and capacity up to 720 kWh can be
created.
All relevant information of this product can be found on the MG Download Center.
4.1 Battery system components
MG Energy Systems Lithium-Ion battery system consists of the following components:
One or more MG HE battery modules of the same type;
One MG Master LV or MG Master HV battery management system; Details of these battery
management controllers can be found in their separate description documents;
MG Energy Monitor (optional);
MG SmartLink MX for parallel redundant control (optional);
4.2 Functional description
MG’s system philosophy is to have one master BMS, e.g. a MG Master LV or MG Master HV, per
bank of battery modules which communicates with one or more slave BMSs integrated in the
Lithium-Ion battery module(s). The slave BMSs are monitoring the battery cell parameters like cell
voltage and cell temperature. Besides monitoring, the slave BMS also controls balancing of cells
based on the input of the master BMS.
All these parameters are send to the MG Master LV or MG Master HV via a dedicated CAN-bus which
collects all the data and monitors these parameters with different thresholds. When a parameter
exceeds the threshold this will first be communicated to the user via the, separated, auxiliary CAN-
bus or the I/O connections. If the exceeded threshold stays, the master BMS has the possibility to
disconnect the batteries from the system by opening the main contactors.
Functional and safety features of the MG HE battery module are:
Superior energy density;
Modular design;
Plug and Play installation: Automatic series and parallel detection;
Low voltage solutions: 24 V up to 96 V;
High voltage solutions: Up to 144 V;
RJ45 or M12 CAN-Bus connector options;

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4.3 Example systems
Different kind of battery system configurations can be created because of the modular design.
Battery modules can be placed in series and parallel to create higher voltages and larger capacities.
Low voltage systems
Low voltage systems up to 96 VDC are setup with the MG Master LV series. For more information
about the MG Master LV, please refer to the data sheet and manual. The example in Figure 1 is a
simplified schematic which is not showing all the details.
Figure 1 –Example 24 V Marine energy system

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High voltage systems
High voltage systems up to 144 VDC are setup with the MG Master HV series. For more information
about the MG Master HV, please refer to the data sheet and manual. The example in Figure 2 is a
simplified schematic which is not showing all the details.
Figure 2 –Example 144 VDC propulsion system

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5MODELS
The HE Series has different models and configurations available. The main differences are battery
module capacity, maximum system voltage and CAN-Bus connector types.
5.1 Models and configurations
Table 4, Table 5 and Table 6 lists the available battery module configurations.
RJ45 connectors and systems up to 96 V
Table 4 - Battery module configurations –RJ45 connectors and systems up to 96 V
Article number
MGHE240100
MGHE240150
MGHE240200
MGHE240300
Cell configuration
7S32P
7S48P
7S64P
7S96P
Nr. of cells
224
336
448
672
Nominal voltage
25.2 V
Capacity
100 Ah
150 Ah
200 Ah
300 Ah
Energy capacity
2.5 kWh
3.7 kWh
5.0 kWh
7.5 kWh
M12 connectors and systems up to 96 V
Table 5 - Battery module configurations –M12 connectors and systems up to 96 V
Article number
MGHE241100
MGHE241150
MGHE241200
MGHE241300
Cell configuration
7S32P
7S48P
7S64P
7S96P
Nr. of cells
224
336
448
672
Nominal voltage
25.2 V
Capacity
100 Ah
150 Ah
200 Ah
300 Ah
Energy capacity
2.5 kWh
3.7 kWh
5.0 kWh
7.5 kWh
M12 connectors and systems up to 144 V systems (M12-HV)
Table 6 - Battery module configurations –M12 connectors and systems up to 144 V systems
Article number
MGHE242100
MGHE242150
MGHE242200
MGHE242300
Cell configuration
7S32P
7S48P
7S64P
7S96P
Nr. of cells
224
336
448
672
Nominal voltage
25.2 V
Capacity
100 Ah
150 Ah
200 Ah
300 Ah
Energy capacity
2.5 kWh
3.7 kWh
5.0 kWh
7.5 kWh

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Battery designation
As per IEC 62620 it is required to state a standard designation per battery module configuration. For
the HE series lithium-ion battery these are given in table 7.
Table 7 - Battery module designation as per IEC 62620
Article number
Designation
MGHE240100, MGHE241100, MGHE242100 (HE 100Ah)
INR/19/65/[32P7S]E/-10NA/90
MGHE240150, MGHE241150, MGHE242150 (HE 150Ah)
INR/19/65/[48P7S]E/-10NA/90
MGHE240200, MGHE241200, MGHE242200 (HE 200Ah)
INR/19/65/[64P7S]E/-10NA/90
MGHE240300, MGHE241300, MGHE242300 (HE 300Ah)
INR/19/65/[96P7S]E/-10NA/90

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5.2 Identification label
The identification label of the MG HE battery module is located at the top of the enclosure under the
lid.
Example identification label:
Figure 3 - Example identifications label
The identifications label shown in figure 3 contains written information about the product. The
explanation of the symbols used on the identification label is stated in table 8.
Table 8 - Identification lable logo explaination
Declaration of conformity with health, safety, and environmental protection standards
for products sold within the European Economic Area as per directive 2014/35/EU.
Symbol indication the manual must be red before installation and use of the device.
Device is treated according the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
Directive 2012/19/EU.
GS1 data matrix type barcode containing detailed product information.
Other labels
Figure 4 shows the additional labels on the battery module.
Figure 4 - Additional warning and informational labels

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5.3 Approvals and standards
The HE battery conforms to an extensive list of standards and tests.
Declaration of Conformity
Material safety datasheet
UN38.3 certificate
A complete list of all performed tests can be found at the following link:
HE List of Standards and Tests