New Guide: Circuit Protection Strategy for Battery Energy Storage Systems
As the power density of modern batteries grow, integrators are striving
to offer customers more power in a smaller footprint. However, with
higher power levels, the need for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
circuit protection strategy becomes increasingly important.
Within a BESS, the major areas of concern are protection against electrical overcurrent, ground faults, arc flash, and transient overvoltage to help mitigate equipment damage and downtime. This guide discusses:
- The various components of a BESS container
- Advantages and disadvantages of ac and dc coupled solar systems
- BESS circuit protection needs and applications
- Circuit protection success stories
