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Product overview

Reliable performance without the guesswork.

Review the product details, specifications and support information below before ordering.

Best for
  • Whole-home solar backup systems
  • Residential hybrid solar installations
  • Offices and commercial premises
  • Shops and small businesses
  • Off-grid homes and properties
  • Essential-load backup systems
  • Areas with frequent power interruptions
  • Larger solar systems requiring extended backup
Typical use

When connected to a correctly sized inverter and solar array, the battery can support appliances and equipment such as:

  • 💡 Household and office lighting
  • 📺 Televisions
  • 📡 Wi-Fi and networking equipment
  • 💻 Computers and laptops
  • 🧊 Refrigerators and freezers
  • 📹 CCTV and security systems
  • 🖨️ Office equipment
  • 🏪 Shop and business equipment
  • ⚙️ Selected pumps and motor-driven appliances
  • 📱 Phones and other electronics

Actual backup time depends on the connected load, inverter efficiency, battery settings and usable depth of discharge.

The Yachu 16kWh Lithium Battery is a high-capacity energy-storage solution designed for residential solar systems, offices, shops, commercial backup and off-grid applications.

Built with Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) battery technology, it offers long cycle life, stable performance and low self-discharge. Its integrated Battery Management System helps monitor charging, discharging and key protection functions for safer and more reliable operation.

🔋 Key Features

  • Approximately 16kWh energy-storage capacity
  • Designed for 48V solar systems
  • Advanced LiFePO₄ lithium iron phosphate technology
  • Nominal system voltage around 51.2V
  • Charging voltage may reach approximately 58.4V
  • High cycle life for long-term use
  • Integrated Battery Management System
  • Low self-discharge
  • Efficient charging and discharging
  • Suitable for compatible hybrid and off-grid inverters
  • Floor-standing design
  • Ideal for residential and commercial energy storage

🧠 Integrated Battery Management System

The built-in BMS helps monitor battery operation and provides protection against common electrical and operating risks, including:

  • Overcharging
  • Excessive discharge
  • Overcurrent
  • Short circuits
  • High temperature
  • Low temperature
  • Cell-voltage imbalance
  • Abnormal charging and discharging conditions

These protections help improve battery safety, performance and service life.

✅ Benefits of LiFePO₄ Technology

  • Long cycle life
  • High usable energy capacity
  • Efficient charging and discharging
  • Low self-discharge
  • Improved thermal stability
  • Lower maintenance than lead-acid batteries
  • Stable performance during repeated cycling
  • Lower long-term replacement costs

⚠️ Inverter Compatibility

Before installation, confirm that the inverter supports:

  • 48V / 51.2V lithium batteries
  • LiFePO₄ charging parameters
  • The required Yachu battery communication protocol
  • Suitable charging and discharging currents
  • Correct cable sizes
  • Appropriate DC breakers and fuses
  • The required inverter power rating

Professional installation by a qualified solar technician is recommended.

Technical details

Specifications

Specification Details

  • Brand Yachu
  • Battery Type Lithium Iron Phosphate — LiFePO₄
  • Energy Capacity Approximately 16kWh
  • System Voltage 48V class
  • Nominal Voltage Approximately 51.2V
  • Charging Voltage Up to approximately 58.4V
  • Battery Management Integrated BMS
  • Self-Discharge Low
  • Installation Style Floor standing
  • Application Solar storage and backup power

Questions and answers

Before you order

What is the storage capacity of this battery?
The Yachu battery provides approximately 16kWh of energy storage.

What battery chemistry does it use?
It uses LiFePO₄ lithium iron phosphate technology.

What voltage system does it use?
It is designed for a 48V-class solar system, with a nominal battery voltage around 51.2V.

What is the charging voltage?
The charging voltage may reach approximately 58.4V, depending on the battery and inverter settings.

Does it have a Battery Management System?
Yes. It includes an integrated BMS for monitoring and protection.

Does it have low self-discharge?
Yes. LiFePO₄ batteries are designed with relatively low self-discharge, helping retain stored energy when not in use.

Can it be used for home backup power?
Yes. Its large capacity makes it suitable for whole-home or essential-load backup when paired with a correctly sized inverter and solar array.

Can it be used for commercial applications?
Yes. It can support selected office, shop and commercial loads subject to proper system sizing.

Can it work with a 48V inverter?
Yes, provided the inverter supports 51.2V LiFePO₄ batteries and the correct charging parameters.

Is professional installation recommended?
Yes. Correct configuration, cable sizing, protection and inverter compatibility are important for safe and dependable operation.

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