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kMax Battery

Compact 48 V (51.2 V) 1024 Wh LiFePO4 battery for kayaks and small craft, 11 kg, IP67, up to 4 in parallel, single-cable connection and Bluetooth monitoring. Announced for spring 2027.

Description

The ePropulsion kMax Battery is a compact 48 V lithium iron phosphate battery designed for kayak anglers and small craft. At 11 kg and 350 x 183 x 192 mm it fits through hatches, inside the hull, under seats or in rear wells. Announced for spring 2027.

Key features

  • 1024 Wh per unit; up to four in parallel for over 4 kWh
  • Single integrated cable combining positive, negative and communication lines
  • Stackable or side-by-side arrangement
  • Bluetooth monitoring of state of charge, software updates and diagnostics via the ePropulsion app
  • Full recharge from 0 to 100% in as little as two hours
  • Indicator light, built-in strap handle and four strap slots for tie-downs
  • IP67 waterproof

Technical data

  • Chemistry: LiFePO4, 16S1P
  • Energy / capacity: 1024 Wh / 20 Ah
  • Rated voltage: 51.2 V; cut-off 41.6 V; final charging 57.6 V
  • Max continuous discharge: 55 A; max continuous charge: 20 A
  • Cycle life: 2,800 cycles at 80% SoH
  • Charging temperature -10 to 55 °C; discharging -10 to 60 °C
  • Communication: two CAN ports for ePropulsion motors, parallel batteries and charger
  • Approvals: CE, UKCA, FCC; UN38.3 (UN3480, Class 9)

Specifications

ChemistryLithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4)
Energy1024 Wh
Capacity20 Ah
Rated Voltage51.2 V
Battery Life2,800 cycles at 80% SoH
Weight24.3 lbs (11 kg)
Dimensions (L x W x H)13.8 x 7.2 x 7.6 in (350 x 183 x 192 mm)
Cut-off Voltage41.6 V
Final Charging Voltage57.6 V
Continuous Max Discharge Current55 A
Series ConnectionN/A
Parallel ConnectionUp to 4
Cell Configuration16S1P
Continuous Max Charge Current20 A
Charging Temperature-10 to 55 °C
Discharging Temperature-10 to 60 °C
IP RatingIP67
CommunicationTwo CANs for ePropulsion motors, parallel batteries & charger
Shipping ClassificationUN3480, Class 9, UN38.3 Certified
ApprovalsCE, UKCA, FCC
Warranty (Non-Commercial Use)2 years

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