Precision Linear Battery Testing

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1 Precision Linear Battery Testing Index Linear Battery Testing for Cell Applications +/- 5V, 0-5V with current ranges from 200mA to 10A...P1 Linear Battery Testing for High Cell Applications 0-5V with current ranges from 25A to 500A...P7 Linear Battery Testing For Module-Scale Applications 0-10V, 0-25V with current ranges from 10A to 100A...P13 Linear Battery Testing For High Power Module Applications 0-40V, 0-60V & 0-100V with current ranges from 10A to 150A...P19 High-accuracy EIS Integrastion and AC Impedance scanning capabilities of Gamry...P26 Life Cycle Chamber...P27 Redundant Safety Monitoring System...P28 Multiple Modules placed in series.

2 LBT Cell Linear Battery Testing for Cell Applications Why Does Precision Matter? Measurement precision is more critical for long-term testing and long-term projections than control accuracy alone. Most other battery testing systems do not correctly specify their precision and/or have relatively poor precision, which hinder the conclusions drawn from results data. Important trends and electrochemical indicators may remain unnoticed; lost in the measurement noise. Derived from Arbin s ARPA-E project with Ford Motor Company and Sandia National Lab, our new Precision series of equipment incorporates technology developed during this time. High precision current and voltage measurements, and allows for more accurate columbic efficiency, energy efficiency, and dq/dv calculations than was previously achievable with a commercially available testing system. What Affects Tester Precision Resolution of DAC Resolution of ADC Non-linearity of calibration Short-term drift (temperature) Long-term drift (material properties) Product Description Arbin Tester Improvements Higher Resolution Improved software algorithms New ways of temp. management New patented shunt design New materials New method of time keeping Arbin s Linear Battery Testing series commercializes technology established during a 3-year ARPA-E project developing ultra-high precision testing systems. This product consists of independent potentiostat, galvanostat channels for testing batteries and other electrochemical devices, and is intended to provide an economical, yet expandable solution for applications requiring high-precision measurements and fast data sampling. All Arbin testing systems come with a PC preloaded with our MITS 7 and Data Watcher software for creating test profiles, real-time data monitoring, and data plotting and analysis. Model Voltage Range Ranges LBT ±5V-200mA -5V to 5V 200mA/10mA/1mA/100μA LBT ±5V-1A -5V to 5V 1A/50mA/2mA/100μA LBT ±5V-5A -5V to 5V 5A/500mA/20mA/1mA LBT ±5V-10A -5V to 5V 10A/500mA/20mA/1mA LBT 5V-5A 0V to 5V 5A/500mA/20mA/1mA LBT 5V-10A 0V to 5V 10A/500mA/20mA/1mA Page 1

3 Cell Product Highlights Allows integration with an approved EIS module for performing scanning AC impedance measurements. Each channel provides four current ranges with industry-leading 24-bit resolution Powerful embedded controllers provide fast data logging (2000 points per second, per system) and control flexibility for the most advanced test requirements Primary Applications Electrochemistry, Battery & Supercapacitor Testing HPC Measurements (Coulombic Efficiency) Electrochemical Research and Development Half-Cell Testing and Materials Research Life Cycle Testing Simulation of real world test profiles Product Features Fully independent high precision test channels with full potentiostatic, galvanostatic control. Uses true Bipolar Linear circuitry providing crosszero linearity and zero switching time between charge and discharge. Any number of channels can be operated in parallel for increased current-handling capacity. Each channel in the test station is safely controlled by a user-defined individual voltage clamp set in the software and applied at the hardware level. A wide array of auxiliary inputs/outputs are available for additional data collection or control such as temperature monitoring, additional reference electrodes, and more. Arbin s advanced software package, MITS 7.0, provides flexible scheduling, a user-friendly interface, distributed system control, and data acquisition. Software provides easy data analysis and plotting based in Data Watcher and Microsoft Excel. Chassis Sizes Channel Size (W x D x H) Inches 8 channels 16 X 17 X channels ǂ 16 X 22 X channels 16 X 22 X channels 27 X 32 X channels 27 X 32 X channels 45 X 32 X 65 up to 4 units may be combined. ǂ up to 2 units may be combined. 6.5U 10U 16U 40U 32U x 2 Page 2

4 Cell Hardware Specifications Model LBT ±5V-200mA LBT ±5V-1A LBT ±5V-5A Control Range (min/max) -5V to 5V -5V to 5V -5V to 5V Voltage Measurement Resolution <1μV (24-bit) <1μV (24-bit) <1μV (24-bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Input Impedance 10G Ohm 10G Ohm 10G Ohm Standard Ranges 200mA/10mA/1mA/100μA 1A/50mA/2mA/100μA 5A/500mA/20mA/1mA Noise Free Resolution % (18-bit) % (18-bit) % (18-bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Minimum V at Maximum 200mA 1A 5A Rise Time* ~100µS ~100µS ~100µS Max Continuous Power Output per Channel 1W 5W 25W Model LBT ±5V-10A LBT 5V-5A LBT 5V-10A Control Range (min/max) -5V to 5V 0V to 5V 0V to 5V Voltage Measurement Resolution <1μV (24-bit) <1μV (24-bit) <1μV (24-bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Input Impedance 10G Ohm 10G Ohm 10G Ohm Standard Ranges 10A/500mA/20mA/1mA 5A/500mA/20mA/1m 10A/500mA/20mA/1m Noise Free Resolution % (18-bit) % (18-bit) % (18-bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Minimum V at Maximum 10A 5A 10A Rise Time* ~100µS ~100µS ~100µS Max Continuous Power Output per Channel 50W 25W 50W *Time required for current output to get from 10%-90% of requested value; there is no switching time between charge and discharge. Page 3

5 Cell Product Specifications Time Minimum Step Time Data Logging Rate Measurement Resolution 5ms 2000 points per second, per system 100μs Bipolar Linear Circuit Type Connection for Batteries Connection for Computer Ventilation Method Computer Specifications Allows cross-zero linearity and no switching time between charge/ discharge 4-Pin I/V Cable with alligator clips Option: Various battery holders for coin cells, cylindrical cells, or flat cells. TCP/IP (Ethernet) Air cooled, variable speed fans PC with i7 CPU, 22 flat-screen monitor is included, preloaded with our MITS Pro testing software Safety Features Multiple levels of internal fusing and over-temperature control measures System watchdog and over-charging / over-discharging protection. Testing schedules can have layers of global and step-driven safety limits for voltage, current and power. Logic-driven scheduling interface allows for additional safety layers based on testing inputs, including Tests begin with a built-in logic check of all control values. Tests begin with a built-in logic check of all control values Training & Support Arbin s knowledgeable customer service team is wellknown throughout the industry for their responsiveness and dedication. Application engineers are always available by phone or , and with equipment running in over 50 countries, Arbin has experienced support technicians nearby to help install equipment, answer questions, and provide any repairs that may be necessary over the life of your system. Additionally, our expansive library of video tutorials make it easy for novice users to learn or experienced users to refresh their knowledge at any time. Page 4

6 Cell Available Auxiliary Options Arbin Instruments provides a wide variety of auxiliary modules for expanding the capability of the main charge/discharge control circuitry. Modules can either be placed in the main chassis, or in a small external chassis. EIS Auxiliary Voltage Temperature MTCI (Chamber Interface) Digital I/O Analog I/O Auto-Calibration Life Cycle Chamber UPS RSMS Interface with approved 3rd party EIS modules. Measurements from 10uHz to 20 khz. Used as additional reference electrodes to measure voltage. Thermocouple/Thermistor used to record temperature as well as control the test schedule. Interface with a 3rd party temperature chamber so Arbin software can turn chamber on/off and adjust temperature. Send and receive a simple on/off signal to interact with external devices. Control any device operating on a 0(2)-10V signal. Channels may be calibrated automatically when connected to a digital multimeter (sold separately). Temperature chamber equipped with RTD to provide constant temperature from 10 to 60 degree Celsius. Uninterrupted power supply for PC so tests can resume automatically after brief power outages. An external, fully independent multi-channel programmable relay with touch interface that allows users to set additional safety limits for voltage, current, power and temperature. For more information please visit: Available Accessories Battery Connections A variety of battery holders are available for coin cells, cylindrical cells, flat/pouch cells, and more. Battery Rack: Two standard racks are available for coincell & cylindrical cells. Page 5

7 Cell Software Control Specifications (A) Outputs constant current to the cell or battery at the value specified. Positive current refers to charge and negative current refers to discharge. Voltage (V) Outputs constant voltage to the cell or battery at the value specified. Outputs constant voltage to the cell or battery at the value specified. C-Rate C-Rate is a method for indicating the discharge as well as the charge current of a battery. It can be expressed as I=M*C where I=current (A); C=battery capacity; M is the C- rate value. Rest The battery is disconnected from the charge/discharge circuit but remains connected to the voltage measurement circuit to enable open-circuit voltage measurement. Power (W) Outputs constant power to the cell of battery at the value specified. Outputs constant power to the cell of battery at the value specified. Load (Ohm) Applies a constant resistance load to the battery at the value specified. The load control type will always produce a negative current. Ramp /Voltage Ramp Generates a current/voltage ramp with a positive scan rate for increasing current/voltage, and negative scan rate generates decreasing current/voltage ramp. Set Variables Change test related variables including channel capacity, energy and all test counter variables. Channel Paralleling Channels may be operated in parallel for increased current -handling capabilities. NOTE: Control types marked with ( ) are available in parallel mode. Voltage Cycle V This mode, commonly called Cyclic Voltammetry, permits the user to create linear sweeps in one step, eliminating the need to jump steps to reverse sweep directions. and Power Simulation Non-standard time-domain functions may be inputted from external sources such as ASCII data streams and used as control parameters for repetitive tests. DC Internal Resistance This function applies a 10-pulse train with 1ms pulse width of the specified magnitude following a constant-current charge or discharge step. Formula Equips the user to control and limit schedule steps according to dynamic mathematical equations in addition to constants or instantaneous channel data. End Conditions Time, Voltage,, Capacity, Energy, ΔV, DV/dt, formula, meta-variables, and other combinations. Staircase /Voltage Staircase Generates a current/voltage staircase with increasing current/voltage, and negative decreasing current/voltage staircase with adjustable step amplitude. Safety Check Includes control value check (, Voltage, Power), abnormal behavior check (Step Time, Capacity/Energy), and irregular impedance check. Network Capabilities Provide TCP/IP access for networking. Data File Content Channel data; test time, step time, voltage, current, capacity, energy, first/second derivative of I or V, auxiliary input data (optional). Statistical data: cycle number, cycle capacity/energy, max voltage, etc. Control types marked with ( ) are available in parallel mode Page 6

8 LBT Cell-HC Linear Battery Testing for High Cell Applications Why Does Precision Matter? Measurement precision is more critical for long-term testing and long-term projections than control accuracy alone. Most other battery testing systems do not correctly specify their precision and/or have relatively poor precision, which hinder the conclusions drawn from results data. Important trends and electrochemical indicators may remain unnoticed; lost in the measurement noise. Derived from Arbin s ARPA-E project with Ford Motor Company and Sandia National Lab, our new Precision series of equipment incorporates technology developed during this time. High precision current and voltage measurements, and allows for more accurate columbic efficiency, energy efficiency, and dq/dv calculations than was previously achievable with a commercially available testing system. What Affects Tester Precision Resolution of DAC Resolution of ADC Non-linearity of calibration Short-term drift (temperature) Long-term drift (material properties) Product Description Arbin Tester Improvements Higher Resolution Improved software algorithms New ways of temp. management New patented shunt design New materials New method of time keeping Arbin s Linear Battery Testing series commercializes technology established during a 3-year ARPA-E project developing ultra-high precision testing systems. This product consists of independent potentiostat, galvanostat channels for testing batteries and other electrochemical devices, and is intended to provide an economical, yet expandable solution for applications requiring high-precision measurements and fast data sampling. All Arbin testing systems come with a PC preloaded with our MITS 7 and Data Watcher software for creating test profiles, real-time data monitoring, and data plotting and analysis. Model Voltage Range Ranges LBT 5V-25A 0V to 5V 25A/ 10A/ 1A/ 100mA LBT 5V-50A 0V to 5V 50A/ 10A/ 1A/ 100mA LBT 5V-100A 0V to 5V 100A/ 10A/ 1A/ 100mA LBT 5V-200A 0V to 5V 200A/ 10A/ 1A/ 100mA LBT 5V-300A 0V to 5V 300A/ 10A/ 1A/ 100mA LBT 5V-500A 0V to 5V 500A/ 10A/ 1A/ 100mA Page 7

9 Cell-HC Product Highlights Allows integration with an approved EIS module for performing scanning AC impedance measurements. Each channel provides four current ranges with industry-leading 24-bit resolution Powerful embedded controllers provide fast data logging (2000 points per second, per system) and control flexibility for the most advanced test requirements Simulate complex test profiles from data file of time-vs-power or time-vs-current data Primary Applications Electrochemistry, Battery & Supercapacitor Testing HPC Measurements (Coulombic Efficiency Simulation of real world test profiles R&D for high capacity cells Life Cycle Testing Product Features Fully independent high precision test channels with full potentiostatic, galvanostatic control Uses true Bipolar Linear circuitry providing crosszero linearity and zero switching time between charge and discharge. Any number of channels can be operated in parallel for increased current-handling capacity Each channel in the test station is safely controlled by a user-defined individual voltage clamp set in the software and applied at the hardware level A wide array of auxiliary inputs/outputs are available for additional data collection or control such as temperature monitoring, additional reference electrodes, and more. Arbin s advanced software package, MITS 7.0, provides flexible scheduling, a user-friendly interface, distributed system control, and data acquisition Software provides easy data analysis and plotting based in Data Watcher and Microsoft Excel Chassis Sizes (W x D x H) Inches 16 X 17 X X 22 X X 22 X X 32 X X 32 X X 32 X U 10U 16U 40U 32U x 2 Page 8

10 Cell-HC Hardware Specifications Model LBT 5V-25A LBT 5V-50A LBT 5V-100A Control Range (min/max) 0V to 5V 0V to 5V 0V to 5V Measurement Resolution <1μV (24 bit) <1μV (24 bit) <1μV (24 bit) Voltage Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Input Impedance 3G Ohm 3G Ohm 10G Ohm Standard Ranges 25A/ 10A/ 1A/ 100mA 50A/ 10A/ 1A/ 100mA 100A/ 10A/ 1A/ 100mA Noise Free Resolution % (18-bit) % (18-bit) % (18-bit) Control Accuracy <± 0.02% <± 0.02% <± 0.02% Minimum V at Maximum 25A 50A 100A Rise Time* 100µS 300µS 400µS Max Continuous Power Output per Channel 125W 250W 500W Model LBT 5V-200A LBT 5V-300A LBT 5V-500A Control Range (min/max) 0V to 5V 0V to 5V 0V to 5V Voltage Measurement Resolution <1μV (24 bit) <1μV (24 bit) <1μV (24 bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Input Impedance 10G Ohm 10G Ohm 10G Ohm Standard Ranges 200A/ 10A/ 1A/ 100mA 300A/ 10A/ 1A/ 100mA 500A/ 10A/ 1A/ 100mA Noise Free Resolution % (18-bit) % (18-bit) % (18-bit) Control Accuracy <± 0.02% <± 0.02% <± 0.02% Minimum V at Maximum 200A 300A 500A Rise Time* 1mS 2mS 2mS Max Continuous Power Output per Channel 1,000W 1,500W 2,500W *Time required for current output to get from 10%-90% of requested value; there is no switching time between charge and discharge. Page 9

11 Cell-HC Product Specifications Time Minimum Step Time Data Logging Rate Measurement Resolution 5ms 2000 points per second, per system 100μs Bipolar Linear Circuit Type Voltage Clamp Connection for Batteries Connection for Computer Ventilation Method Room Operating Temperature Computer Specifications Allows cross-zero linearity and no switching time between charge/discharge Individual/Channel Based Voltage Clamp Standard 6ft. Cables with alligator clips. Option: Various battery holders for cylindrical cells or flat cells. TCP/IP (Ethernet) Air cooled, variable speed fans 10 to 35 degrees C PC with i7 CPU, 22 flat-screen monitor is included, preloaded with our MITS Pro testing software Safety Features Multiple levels of internal fusing and over-temperature control measures System watchdog and over-charging / over-discharging protection. Testing schedules can have layers of global and step-driven safety limits for voltage, current and power. Logic-driven scheduling interface allows for additional safety layers based on testing inputs, including Tests begin with a built-in logic check of all control values. Tests begin with a built-in logic check of all control values Training & Support Arbin s knowledgeable customer service team is wellknown throughout the industry for their responsiveness and dedication. Application engineers are always available by phone or , and with equipment running in over 50 countries, Arbin has experienced support technicians nearby to help install equipment, answer questions, and provide any repairs that may be necessary over the life of your system. Additionally, our expansive library of video tutorials make it easy for novice users to learn or experienced users to refresh their knowledge at any time. Page 10

12 Cell-HC Available Auxiliary Options Arbin Instruments provides a wide variety of auxiliary modules for expanding the capability of the main charge/discharge control circuitry. Modules can either be placed in the main chassis, or in a small external chassis. Auxiliary Option EIS Auxiliary Voltage Temperature MTCI (Chamber Interface) Digital I/O Analog I/O Auto-Calibration Life Cycle Chamber UPS RSMS Description Interface with approved 3rd party EIS modules. Measurements from 10uHz to 20 khz. Used as additional reference electrodes to measure voltage. Thermocouple/Thermistor used to record temperature as well as control the test schedule. Interface with a 3rd party temperature chamber so Arbin software can turn chamber on/off and adjust temperature. Send and receive a simple on/off signal to interact with external devices. Control any device operating on a 0(2)-10V signal. Channels may be calibrated automatically when connected to a digital multimeter (sold separately). Temperature chamber equipped with RTD to provide constant temperature from 10 to 60 degree Celsius. Uninterrupted power supply for PC so tests can resume automatically after brief power outages. An external, fully independent multi-channel programmable relay with touch interface that allows users to set additional safety limits for voltage, current, power and temperature. For more information please visit: Available Accessories Battery Connections A variety of battery holders are available for cylindrical cells, flat/pouch cells, and more. Page 11

13 Cell-HC Software Control Specifications (A) Outputs constant current to the cell or battery at the value specified. Positive current refers to charge and negative current refers to discharge. Voltage (V) Outputs constant voltage to the cell or battery at the value specified. Outputs constant voltage to the cell or battery at the value specified. C-Rate C-Rate is a method for indicating the discharge as well as the charge current of a battery. It can be expressed as I=M*C where I=current (A); C=battery capacity; M is the C- rate value. Rest The battery is disconnected from the charge/discharge circuit but remains connected to the voltage measurement circuit to enable open-circuit voltage measurement. Power (W) Outputs constant power to the cell of battery at the value specified. Outputs constant power to the cell of battery at the value specified. Load (Ohm) Applies a constant resistance load to the battery at the value specified. The load control type will always produce a negative current. Ramp /Voltage Ramp Generates a current/voltage ramp with a positive scan rate for increasing current/voltage, and negative scan rate generates decreasing current/voltage ramp. Set Variables Change test related variables including channel capacity, energy and all test counter variables. Channel Paralleling Channels may be operated in parallel for increased current -handling capabilities. NOTE: Control types marked with ( ) are available in parallel mode. Voltage Cycle V This mode, commonly called Cyclic Voltammetry, permits the user to create linear sweeps in one step, eliminating the need to jump steps to reverse sweep directions. and Power Simulation Non-standard time-domain functions may be inputted from external sources such as ASCII data streams and used as control parameters for repetitive tests. DC Internal Resistance This function applies a 10-pulse train with 1ms pulse width of the specified magnitude following a constant-current charge or discharge step. Formula Equips the user to control and limit schedule steps according to dynamic mathematical equations in addition to constants or instantaneous channel data. End Conditions Time, Voltage,, Capacity, Energy, ΔV, DV/dt, formula, meta-variables, and other combinations. Staircase /Voltage Staircase Generates a current/voltage staircase with increasing current/voltage, and negative decreasing current/voltage staircase with adjustable step amplitude. Safety Check Includes control value check (, Voltage, Power), abnormal behavior check (Step Time, Capacity/Energy), and irregular impedance check. Network Capabilities Provide TCP/IP access for networking. Data File Content Channel data; test time, step time, voltage, current, capacity, energy, first/second derivative of I or V, auxiliary input data (optional). Statistical data: cycle number, cycle capacity/energy, max voltage, etc. Control types marked with ( ) are available in parallel mode Page 12

14 LBT Module Linear Battery Testing For Module-Scale Applications Why Does Precision Matter? Measurement precision is more critical for long-term testing and long-term projections than control accuracy alone. Most other battery testing systems do not correctly specify their precision and/or have relatively poor precision, which hinder the conclusions drawn from results data. Important trends and electrochemical indicators may remain unnoticed; lost in the measurement noise. Derived from Arbin s ARPA-E project with Ford Motor Company and Sandia National Lab, our new Precision series of equipment incorporates technology developed during this time. High precision current and voltage measurements, and allows for more accurate columbic efficiency, energy efficiency, and dq/dv calculations than was previously achievable with a commercially available testing system. What Affects Tester Precision Resolution of DAC Resolution of ADC Non-linearity of calibration Short-term drift (temperature) Long-term drift (material properties) Product Description Arbin Tester Improvements Higher Resolution Improved software algorithms New ways of temp. management New patented shunt design New materials New method of time keeping Arbin s Linear Battery Testing series commercializes technology established during a 3-year ARPA-E project developing ultra-high precision testing systems. This product consists of independent potentiostat, galvanostat channels for testing batteries and other electrochemical devices, and is intended to provide an economical, yet expandable solution for applications requiring high-precision measurements and fast data sampling. All Arbin testing systems come with a PC preloaded with our MITS 7 and Data Watcher software for creating test profiles, real-time data monitoring, and data plotting and analysis. Model Voltage Range Ranges LBT 10V-10A 0V to 10V 10A/1A/100mA/1mA LBT 10V-20A 0V to 10V 20A/5A/100mA/1mA LBT 10V-50A 0V to 10V 50A/5A/100mA/1mA LBT 25V-10A 0V to 25V 10A/1A/100mA LBT 25V-20A 0V to 25V 20A/5A/100mA LBT 25V-100A 0V to 25V 100A/10A/500mA Page 13

15 Module Product Highlights Each channel provides four current ranges with industry-leading 24-bit resolution Powerful embedded controllers provide fast data logging (2000 points per second, per system) and control flexibility for the most advanced test requirements Communicate with internal battery management system (BMS) via SMBus or CANBus protocols Simulate complex test profiles from data file of time-vs-power or time-vs-current data Primary Applications R&D for Battery and Supercapacitor modules Simulation of real world test profiles Validate battery charger and internal battery management system using SMBus or CANBus Life Cycle Testing Product Features Fully independent high precision test channels with full potentiostatic, galvanostatic control. Uses true Bipolar Linear circuitry providing crosszero linearity and zero switching time between charge and discharge. Any number of channels can be operated in parallel for increased current-handling capacity. Each channel in the test station is safely controlled by a user-defined individual voltage clamp set in the software and applied at the hardware level. A wide array of auxiliary inputs/outputs are available for additional data collection or control such as temperature monitoring, additional reference electrodes, and more. Arbin s advanced software package, MITS 7.0, provides flexible scheduling, a user-friendly interface, distributed system control, and data acquisition. Software provides easy data analysis and plotting based in Data Watcher and Microsoft Excel. Chassis Sizes (W x D x H) Inches 16 X 17 X X 22 X X 22 X X 32 X X 32 X X 32 X U 10U 16U 40U 32U x 2 Page 14

16 Module Hardware Specifications Model LBT 10V-10A LBT 10V-20A LBT 10V-50A Control Range (min/max) 0V to 10V 0V to 10V 0V to 10V Voltage Measurement Resolution <2μV (24-bit) <2μV (24-bit) <2μV (24-bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Input Impedance 10G Ohm 10G Ohm 10G Ohm Standard Ranges 10A/1A/100mA/1mA 20A/5A/100mA/1mA 50A/5A/100mA/1mA Noise Free Resolution % (18-bit) % (18-bit) % (18-bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Minimum V at Maximum 10A 20A 50A Rise Time* ~100µS ~300µS ~1mS Max Continuous Power Output per Channel 100W 200W 500W Model LBT 25V-10A LBT 25V-20A LBT 25V-100A Control Range (min/max) 0V to 25V 0V to 25V 0V to 25V Voltage Measurement Resolution <3μV (24-bit) <3V (24-bit) <3V (24-bit) Measurement Precision < 100ppm < 100ppm < 100ppm Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Input Impedance 4M Ohm 4M Ohm 4M Ohm Standard Ranges 10A/1A/100mA 20A/5A/100mA 100A/10A/500mA Noise Free Resolution % (18-bit) % (18-bit) % (18-bit) Measurement Precision < 100ppm < 100ppm < 100ppm Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Minimum V at Maximum 10A 50A 50A Rise Time* ~1mS ~1mS ~1mS Max Continuous Power Output per Channel 250W 500W 2500W *Time required for current output to get from 10%-90% of requested value; there is no switching time between charge and discharge. Page 15

17 Module Product Specifications Time Minimum Step Time Data Logging Rate Measurement Resolution 5ms 2000 points per second, per system 100μs Bipolar Linear Circuit Type Connection for Batteries Connection for Computer Ventilation Method Computer Specifications Allows cross-zero linearity and no switching time between charge/ discharge 4-Pin I/V Cable with alligator clips or lugs Option: Various battery holders for cylindrical cells or flat cells. TCP/IP (Ethernet) Air cooled, variable speed fans PC with i7 CPU, 22 flat-screen monitor is included, preloaded with our MITS Pro testing software Safety Features Multiple levels of internal fusing and over-temperature control measures System watchdog and over-charging / over-discharging protection. Testing schedules can have layers of global and step-driven safety limits for voltage, current and power. Logic-driven scheduling interface allows for additional safety layers based on testing inputs, including Tests begin with a built-in logic check of all control values. Tests begin with a built-in logic check of all control values Training & Support Arbin s knowledgeable customer service team is wellknown throughout the industry for their responsiveness and dedication. Application engineers are always available by phone or , and with equipment running in over 50 countries, Arbin has experienced support technicians nearby to help install equipment, answer questions, and provide any repairs that may be necessary over the life of your system. Additionally, our expansive library of video tutorials make it easy for novice users to learn or experienced users to refresh their knowledge at any time. Page 16

18 Module Available Auxiliary Options Arbin Instruments provides a wide variety of auxiliary modules for expanding the capability of the main charge/discharge control circuitry. Modules can either be placed in the main chassis, or in a small external chassis. EIS Auxiliary Voltage Temperature MTCI (Chamber Interface) Digital I/O Analog I/O Auto-Calibration Life Cycle Chamber UPS RSMS Interface with approved 3rd party EIS modules. Measurements from 10uHz to 20 khz. Used as additional reference electrodes to measure voltage. Thermocouple/Thermistor used to record temperature as well as control the test schedule. Interface with a 3rd party temperature chamber so Arbin software can turn chamber on/off and adjust temperature. Send and receive a simple on/off signal to interact with external devices. Control any device operating on a 0(2)-10V signal. Channels may be calibrated automatically when connected to a digital multimeter (sold separately). Temperature chamber equipped with RTD to provide constant temperature from 10 to 60 degree Celsius. Uninterrupted power supply for PC so tests can resume automatically after brief power outages. An external, fully independent multi-channel programmable relay with touch interface that allows users to set additional safety limits for voltage, current, power and temperature. For more information please visit: Available Accessories Battery Connections A variety of battery holders are available for cylindrical cells and flat/ pouch cells. Page 17

19 Module Software Control Specifications (A) Outputs constant current to the cell or battery at the value specified. Positive current refers to charge and negative current refers to discharge. Voltage (V) Outputs constant voltage to the cell or battery at the value specified. Outputs constant voltage to the cell or battery at the value specified. C-Rate C-Rate is a method for indicating the discharge as well as the charge current of a battery. It can be expressed as I=M*C where I=current (A); C=battery capacity; M is the C- rate value. Rest The battery is disconnected from the charge/discharge circuit but remains connected to the voltage measurement circuit to enable open-circuit voltage measurement. Power (W) Outputs constant power to the cell of battery at the value specified. Outputs constant power to the cell of battery at the value specified. Load (Ohm) Applies a constant resistance load to the battery at the value specified. The load control type will always produce a negative current. Ramp /Voltage Ramp Generates a current/voltage ramp with a positive scan rate for increasing current/voltage, and negative scan rate generates decreasing current/voltage ramp. Set Variables Change test related variables including channel capacity, energy and all test counter variables. Channel Paralleling Channels may be operated in parallel for increased current -handling capabilities. NOTE: Control types marked with ( ) are available in parallel mode. Voltage Cycle V This mode, commonly called Cyclic Voltammetry, permits the user to create linear sweeps in one step, eliminating the need to jump steps to reverse sweep directions. and Power Simulation Non-standard time-domain functions may be inputted from external sources such as ASCII data streams and used as control parameters for repetitive tests. DC Internal Resistance This function applies a 10-pulse train with 1ms pulse width of the specified magnitude following a constant-current charge or discharge step. Formula Equips the user to control and limit schedule steps according to dynamic mathematical equations in addition to constants or instantaneous channel data. End Conditions Time, Voltage,, Capacity, Energy, ΔV, DV/dt, formula, meta-variables, and other combinations. Staircase /Voltage Staircase Generates a current/voltage staircase with increasing current/voltage, and negative decreasing current/voltage staircase with adjustable step amplitude. Safety Check Includes control value check (, Voltage, Power), abnormal behavior check (Step Time, Capacity/Energy), and irregular impedance check. Network Capabilities Provide TCP/IP access for networking. Data File Content Channel data; test time, step time, voltage, current, capacity, energy, first/second derivative of I or V, auxiliary input data (optional). Statistical data: cycle number, cycle capacity/energy, max voltage, etc. Control types marked with ( ) are available in parallel mode Page 18

20 LBT Module HC Linear Battery Testing For High Power Module Applications Why Does Precision Matter? Measurement precision is more critical for long-term testing and long-term projections than control accuracy alone. Most other battery testing systems do not correctly specify their precision and/or have relatively poor precision, which hinder the conclusions drawn from results data. Important trends and electrochemical indicators may remain unnoticed; lost in the measurement noise. Derived from Arbin s ARPA-E project with Ford Motor Company and Sandia National Lab, our new Precision series of equipment incorporates technology developed during this time. High precision current and voltage measurements, and allows for more accurate columbic efficiency, energy efficiency, and dq/dv calculations than was previously achievable with a commercially available testing system. What Affects Tester Precision Resolution of DAC Resolution of ADC Non-linearity of calibration Short-term drift (temperature) Long-term drift (material properties) Product Description Arbin Tester Improvements Higher Resolution Improved software algorithms New ways of temp. management New patented shunt design New materials New method of time keeping Arbin s Linear Battery Testing series commercializes technology established during a 3-year ARPA-E project developing ultra-high precision testing systems. This product consists of independent potentiostat, galvanostat channels for testing batteries and other electrochemical devices, and is intended to provide an economical, yet expandable solution for applications requiring high-precision measurements and fast data sampling. All Arbin testing systems come with a PC preloaded with our MITS 7 and Data Watcher software for creating test profiles, real-time data monitoring, and data plotting and analysis. Model Voltage Range Ranges LBT 40V-20A 0V to 40V 20A/5A/100mA LBT 40V-75A 0V to 40V 75A/10A/500mA LBT 40V-150A 0V to 40V 150A/10A/500mA LBT 60V-15A 0V to 60V 15A/5A/100mA LBT 60V-50A 0V to 60V 50A/10A/500mA LBT 60V-100A 0V to 60V 100A/10A/500mA LBT 100V-10A 0V to 100V 10A/1A/100mA LBT 100V-30A 0V to 100V 30A/5A/100mA LBT 100V-90A 0V to 100V 90A/10A/500mA Page 19

21 Module HC Product Highlights Each channel provides four current ranges with industry-leading 24-bit resolution Powerful embedded controllers provide fast data logging (2000 points per second, per system) and control flexibility for the most advanced test requirements Communicate with internal battery management system (BMS) via CANBus protocols Simulate complex test profiles directly from a data file of time-vs-power or time-vs-current data Primary Applications R&D for Battery and Supercapacitor modules Simulation of real world test profiles Validate internal battery management system using CANBus protocols Life Cycle Testing Cranking amp tests Product Features Fully independent high precision test channels with full potentiostatic, galvanostatic control. Uses true Bipolar Linear circuitry providing crosszero linearity and zero switching time between charge and discharge. Any number of channels can be operated in parallel for increased current-handling capacity. Each channel in the test station is safely controlled by a user-defined individual voltage clamp set in the software and applied at the hardware level. A wide array of auxiliary inputs/outputs are available for additional data collection or control such as temperature monitoring, additional reference electrodes, and more. Arbin s advanced software package, MITS 7.0, provides flexible scheduling, a user-friendly interface, distributed system control, and data acquisition. Software provides easy data analysis and plotting based in Data Watcher and Microsoft Excel. Chassis Sizes (W x D x H) Inches 16 X 17 X X 22 X X 22 X X 32 X X 32 X X 32 X 65 up to 4 units may be combined. ǂ up to 2 units may be combined. 6.5U 10U 16U 40U 32U x 2 Page 20

22 Module HC Hardware Specifications Voltage Model LBT 40V-20A LBT 40V-75A LBT 40V-150A Control Range (min/max) 0V to 40V 0V to 40V 0V to 40V Measurement Resolution <5μV (24-bit) <5μV (24-bit) <5μV (24-bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Input Impedance 4M Ohm 4M Ohm 4M Ohm Standard Ranges 20A/5A/100mA 75A/10A/500mA 150A/10A/500mA Noise Free Resolution % (18-bit) % (18-bit) % (18-bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Minimum V at Maximum 20A 50A 120A Rise Time* ~1mS ~1mS ~1mS Max Continuous Power Output per Channel 800W 2,000W 4,800W Voltage Model LBT 60V-15A LBT 60V-50A LBT 60V-100A Control Range (min/max) 0V to 60V 0V to 60V 0V to 60V Measurement Resolution <8μV (24-bit) <8μV (24-bit) <8μV (24-bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Input Impedance 4M Ohm 4M Ohm 4M Ohm Standard Ranges 15A/5A/100mA 50A/10A/500mA 100A/10A/500mA Noise Free Resolution % (18-bit) % (18-bit) % (18-bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Minimum V at Maximum 20A 50A 120A Rise Time* ~1mS ~1mS ~1mS Max Continuous Power Output per Channel 1,200W 3,000W 7,200W *Time required for current output to get from 10%-90% of requested value; there is no switching time between charge and discharge. Page 21

23 Module HC Hardware Specifications cont. Voltage Model LBT 100V-10A LBT 100V-30A LBT 100V-90A Control Range (min/max) 0V to 100V 0V to 100V 0V to 100V Measurement Resolution <12μV (24-bit) <12μV (24-bit) <12μV (24-bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Input Impedance 4M Ohm 4M Ohm 4M Ohm Standard Ranges 10A/1A/100mA 30A/5A/100mA 90A/10A/500mAS Noise Free Resolution % (18-bit) % (18-bit) % (18-bit) Control Accuracy < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% < ± 0.02% Minimum V at Maximum 20A 50A 120A Rise Time* ~1mS ~1mS ~1mS Max Continuous Power Output per Channel 2,000W 5,000W 12,000W *Time required for current output to get from 10%-90% of requested value; there is no switching time between charge and discharge. Product Specifications Time Minimum Step Time Data Logging Rate Measurement Resolution 5ms 2000 points per second, per system 100μs Bipolar Linear Circuit Type Connection for Batteries Connection for Computer Ventilation Method Computer Specifications Allows cross-zero linearity and no switching time between charge/ discharge 4-Pin I/V Cable with alligator clips Option: Various battery holders for cylindrical cells or flat cells. TCP/IP (Ethernet) Air cooled, variable speed fans PC with i7 CPU, 22 flat-screen monitor is included, preloaded with our MITS Pro testing software Page 22

24 Module HC Safety Features All Arbin test stations are designed and manufactured based on industry regulations and arrive CE certified. The Arbin system includes an array of safety features that protect the user, the devices under test, and the test station. The system itself is secure internally to protect from unintentional misuse. The system is equipped with an emergency stop button and multiple levels of fusing are provided inside the system for protections at the channel/board and power supply level. Arbin s Watchdog circuit monitors the machine s internal communication between the PC and onboard microcontrollers and will stop all tests if there is a failure that poses a risk. A light tower array is used to visually alert the user to potential problems and the PC can be programmed to sound an audible alarm. The user is able to implement safety limits in the software for current, voltage, total power, as well as temperature or other auxiliary readings. These values can be programmed to send the system into a rest state for a period of time, or simply stop the test and disconnect the charge/discharge circuitry. There are separate limits available for each test schedule as a whole, and individual steps within the test schedule. A Redundant Safety System can be provided to independently monitor the devices under test, and can disconnect the device if a safety setting has been exceeded. Safety is the highest priority when testing high power devices, and Arbin s Redundant Safety System provides an additional safety system, independent of the Arbin hardware and software, to ensure a safe testing environment. The system has the ability to monitor current, voltage, and temperature. If any user-defined safety settings are reached, the device under test will be disconnected from the Arbin test channel. A hardware interlock can also be provided with this system to completely power off the Arbin test station. The reliability of testing can be increased even further by adding a smart UPS to the controlling PC. This will allow tests to automatically resume after a brief power failure if they are in a safe condition and permits user intervention in the process. There is provision for the user to intervene if desired before the channels resume. This is an essential component for any user with an unreliable power source unless the entire facility is on backup power. Page 23

25 Module HC Available Auxiliary Options Arbin Instruments provides a wide variety of auxiliary modules for expanding the capability of the main charge/discharge control circuitry. Modules can either be placed in the main chassis, or in a small external chassis. EIS Auxiliary Voltage Temperature MTCI (Chamber Interface) Digital I/O Analog I/O Auto-Calibration Life Cycle Chamber UPS RSMS Interface with approved 3rd party EIS modules. Measurements from 10uHz to 20 khz. Used as additional reference electrodes to measure voltage. Thermocouple/Thermistor used to record temperature as well as control the test schedule. Interface with a 3rd party temperature chamber so Arbin software can turn chamber on/off and adjust temperature. Send and receive a simple on/off signal to interact with external devices. Control any device operating on a 0(2)-10V signal. Channels may be calibrated automatically when connected to a digital multimeter (sold separately). Temperature chamber equipped with RTD to provide constant temperature from 10 to 60 degree Celsius. Uninterrupted power supply for PC so tests can resume automatically after brief power outages. An external, fully independent multi-channel programmable relay with touch interface that allows users to set additional safety limits for voltage, current, power and temperature. For more information please visit: Available Accessories Battery Connections A variety of battery holders are available for cylindrical cells and flat/ pouch cells. Page 24

26 Module HC Software Control Specifications (A) Outputs constant current to the cell or battery at the value specified. Positive current refers to charge and negative current refers to discharge. Voltage (V) Outputs constant voltage to the cell or battery at the value specified. Outputs constant voltage to the cell or battery at the value specified. C-Rate C-Rate is a method for indicating the discharge as well as the charge current of a battery. It can be expressed as I=M*C where I=current (A); C=battery capacity; M is the C- rate value. Rest The battery is disconnected from the charge/discharge circuit but remains connected to the voltage measurement circuit to enable open-circuit voltage measurement. Power (W) Outputs constant power to the cell of battery at the value specified. Outputs constant power to the cell of battery at the value specified. Load (Ohm) Applies a constant resistance load to the battery at the value specified. The load control type will always produce a negative current. Ramp /Voltage Ramp Generates a current/voltage ramp with a positive scan rate for increasing current/voltage, and negative scan rate generates decreasing current/voltage ramp. Set Variables Change test related variables including channel capacity, energy and all test counter variables. Channel Paralleling Channels may be operated in parallel for increased current -handling capabilities. NOTE: Control types marked with ( ) are available in parallel mode. Voltage Cycle V This mode, commonly called Cyclic Voltammetry, permits the user to create linear sweeps in one step, eliminating the need to jump steps to reverse sweep directions. and Power Simulation Non-standard time-domain functions may be inputted from external sources such as ASCII data streams and used as control parameters for repetitive tests. DC Internal Resistance This function applies a 10-pulse train with 1ms pulse width of the specified magnitude following a constant-current charge or discharge step. Formula Equips the user to control and limit schedule steps according to dynamic mathematical equations in addition to constants or instantaneous channel data. End Conditions Time, Voltage,, Capacity, Energy, ΔV, DV/dt, formula, meta-variables, and other combinations. Staircase /Voltage Staircase Generates a current/voltage staircase with increasing current/voltage, and negative decreasing current/voltage staircase with adjustable step amplitude. Safety Check Includes control value check (, Voltage, Power), abnormal behavior check (Step Time, Capacity/Energy), and irregular impedance check. Network Capabilities Provide TCP/IP access for networking. Data File Content Channel data; test time, step time, voltage, current, capacity, energy, first/second derivative of I or V, auxiliary input data (optional). Statistical data: cycle number, cycle capacity/energy, max voltage, etc. Control types marked with ( ) are available in parallel mode Page 25

27 Revision: Auxiliary EIS Revision: 03 EIS Integration Feature for LBT Arbin has collaborated with EIS system manufacturers to offer turnkey, high-value solutions that offer the best of both worlds to researchers doing full or half cell characterization. Now, we have combined our feature-loaded, highprecision cycling capabilities of the Arbin LBT and the highaccuracy EIS and AC Impedance scanning capabilities of Gamry. This combined solution improves the EIS units duty cycle by multiplexing across multiple Arbin channels, improving testing value. Suitable products: Arbin LBT series, Gamry 5000E/P & 1000E The Best of Both Worlds Multi-channel precision cycling capabilities of the Arbin LBT 24-bit resolution (best in industry) Most flexible testing software in the industry Log up to 2000 points per second per system Fully maximizing duty-cycle of a new or existing EIS workstation High-accuracy EIS capabilities of Gamry 5000P/E or 1000E EIS capability of 10µHz up to 1MHz Gamry s full suite of electrochemical techniques Direct Digital Synthesis circuitry generates pure sine waves, ideal for electrochemical applications Ultra low noise improves measurement precision DSP mode allows for oversampling up to 60kHz This plot was generated by Gamry Instruments with their 5000 series. Arbin Instruments Page 26

28 Revision: Auxiliary LCC Revision: 03 Life Cycle Chamber Suitable products: HPT, LBT & ibt Product Details Arbin s Life Cycle Chamber is a compact temperature controlled environment testing chamber. Regulating cell temperature fluctuation is one important factor for accurately measuring coulombic efficiency; therefore, the system gathers each individual cell temperature. These features are exclusively available with use of the MITS Pro 7 software and the Arbin LBT, ibt, and HPT systems. This chamber comes with a digital temperature display and push button control for manual temperature setting. Various battery trays are available to accommodate variety of device under testing. Life Cycle Chamber Number of Trays per Chamber Connection Temperature Range Accuracy Point of Stability Controller and Display LC-16ch-Chamber-1060C 4 Trays I/V measurements and built-in RTD temperature sensors for each cell using Arbin battery tray listed below. 10 to 60 degree Celsius ±0.5 degree Celsius ±0.5 degree Celsius Modular External Size (WxDxH) 18 x 10 x 14 Chamber Internal Size (WxDxH) 8 x 7 x 8 Display chamber temperature, control though software or manual setting. Weight Battery Tray Types Less than 50 lbs. Multiple Modules placed in series. LC-BT-CC-4ch LC-BT ch LC-BT-Universal-4ch Product Description - Individual Module Number of Cells per Tray 4 coin cells cylindrical cells For variety of cells Tray Size (width x depth) inch 8 x 3 8 x x 6.5 Arbin Instruments Page 27

29 Revision: Auxiliary RSMS Revision: 02 Redundant Safety Monitoring System Suitable products: Any battery tester The new Redundant Safety Monitoring System, or RSMS, is a userconfigurable, multi-channel, programmable relay that acts as an additional layer of safety in any new or existing battery testing setup. Product Features Fully independent from any existing test stand (any brand) Multiple, independent channels per RSMS unit User-configurable safety limits for: Voltage,, Temperature, & Power Intuitive touch-screen interface with standalone software View real-time status of each channel (safe vs. unsafe) Configurable alarm signals, including an external signal Software can be password-protected Internal contactor opens if a safety limit is exceeded on a specific channel, stopping the flow of current to that channel Product Specifications #CH per Box 4 channels Temperature Inputs 8 inputs Voltage Up to400v Internal, normally-open contactors open if facility power fails Up to 300A Dimensions 16" x 20" x 17.5" Arbin Instruments