Can a lithium-ion battery energy storage system detect a fire?

Since December 2019, Siemens has been offering a VdS-certified fire detection concept for stationary lithium-ion battery energy storage systems.* Through Siemens research with multiple lithium-ion battery manufacturers, the FDA unit has proven to detect a pending battery fire event up to 5 times faster than competitive detection technologies.

Why are lithium-ion battery energy storage systems so popular?

Because of the high energy stored, Lithium-Ion battery energy storage systems are an application with a clear need for comprehensive fire protection. Active control of the energy being stored and extracted from Lithium-Ion batteries has been the foundation of their increasing popularity.

How do lithium-ion batteries protect against fire?

Evidence has shown that the key to successful fire protection of lithium-ion batteries is suppressing/extinguishing the fire, reducing of heat-transfer from cell to cell and then cooling the adjacent cells that make up the battery pack/module.

Why is early detection important for lithium-ion battery energy storage systems?

Early detection allows mitigation steps to be carried out long before a potentially disastrous event, such as lithium-ion battery With 5 times faster detection capability, Siemens fire detection products contribute to stationary lithium-ion battery energy storage systems manageable risk.

What is a Li-ion battery energy storage system?

Executive summary Li-ion battery Energy Storage Systems (ESS) are quickly becoming the most common type of electrochemical energy store for land and marine applications, and the use of the technology is continuously expanding.

Are lithium-ion batteries a fire hazard?

From the point that a fire is established and developing the task moves from fire prevention to suppression and containment. The mere presence of Lithium-Ion batteries in a room represents a considerable risk of fire - whether they are in storage or operational.