Info on new regulations on lithium and solar

[jr]

New Industry Electrical Standards:
The introduction of fresh regulations, enforced from November 2023 under the designation AS/NZS3001.2:2022 specifically target lithium battery standards and electrical setups in recreational vehicles (RVs). Click on the link below to read the important things to note about the new electrical standards:

www.caravanrvcamping.com.au/new-caravan-industry-electrical-standards-november-2023?utm_campaign=483331_Breaking%20Developments%20in%20Caravan%2FRV%20Industry&utm_medium=email&utm_source=FOLLOW%20WHITE%20RABBITS%20PTY%20LTD&dm_i=7LAI,ACXV,4IWHDC,18ABQ,1


JR

[nsgnomad]

There also seems to be confusion over the fire risk of Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries. The type that is used in caravans, as opposed to the other type of lithium ion batteries. It is my understanding that the Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePo4) type do not present a fire risk, whereas the other type (Li-ion) as used in electric scooters, bikes, phones etc do present a fire risk and are almost impossible to extinguish once alight.

Or am I the one that is confused?

[jclures]

That is my understanding as well, the media just say Lithium, I do not think they know to much either.

[warrenk]

Unlike Lithium-ion batteries, Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries don't have the problem of thermal runaway, so little chance of catching on fire. In the 10 plus years of having LiFeP04(which I built up the battery packs) I have never read about LiFeP04 batteries catching on fire.  I have seen a number of tests between all the lithium chemistry batteries and the LiFeP04 battery always comes up the safest to use(and no fire).  I think the person or persons who write these type of regulations are university educated with a degree in quality management(or similar). They sit in an office with like-minded people, with little input from industry, and come up with these regulations.  Lead Acid batteries have a higher risk of catching on fire.

























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