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Apr 24, 2026 - 09:49 AM
The NG Batteries require an external Battery Management System (BMS). They are designed for more complex systems, including those where multiple batteries need to be balanced and monitored as a single large bank. Having the BMS be external means that more sophisticated installations are possible, for example it can permit the BMS to control external devices such as alternators. These batteries can also give advance warning of a shutdown, something that is essential in any mission critical installation, especially for boats on the water. These batteries are more compact and have a higher energy density, as well as a longer lifespan, and permit higher loads and charge rates.
The SuperPack and Superpack NG Batteries have an integrated BMS and safety switch built-in. They are "plug-and-play" and much easier to install for simpler systems, as they don't require external BMS wiring. However this ease of installation comes with some drawbacks. These batteries cannot be put in series, their maximum current draw and charge rate is limited, they are larger, have a shorter lifespan, don't give advance warning of a shutdown, and present great challenges when trying to integrate some external equipment such as alternators.
The SuperPack and Superpack NG Batteries have an integrated BMS and safety switch built-in. They are "plug-and-play" and much easier to install for simpler systems, as they don't require external BMS wiring. However this ease of installation comes with some drawbacks. These batteries cannot be put in series, their maximum current draw and charge rate is limited, they are larger, have a shorter lifespan, don't give advance warning of a shutdown, and present great challenges when trying to integrate some external equipment such as alternators.
