Which Battery for a 912 iS Sport?

by geoffrey klestadt in 912iS Technical Questions 10 years ago

I'm wondering seriously about fitting an Earthx lithium battery in my aircraft when its finished. This lithium battery has a built in battery management system. The other alternative is about twelve pounds heavier - an Odyssey PC680 lead acid unit.

Does rotax have any recomendations? Isn't a Pipistrel using a lithium battery with a 912 iS?

Re: Which Battery for a 912 iS Sport?

by Rob Seaton » 10 years ago

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the latest revision to 912iS installation manual still recommends a lead acid battery but now it mentions that if a lithium is used then it must have a management system.
The reason lithium was not allowed was if one cell failed it would accept more and more charge until the generators failed. A lead acid will not do this.
I have heard of lithium battery fires but I guess the technology has changed a lot in the last year.

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Re: Which Battery for a 912 iS Sport?

by geoffrey klestadt » 10 years ago

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Thank you Rob. I guess I'll build a battery box for the Odyssey and think about Lithium for a few months.

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