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Battery Energy Storage Thermal Management System

Cooling Capacity:
5 kW, 8 kW, 20 kW, 40 kW, 50 kW
Operating Voltage:
220V/380V AC, 50/60 Hz
Refrigerant Type:
R134a
Protection Level:
IP67
Communication Interface:
CAN / RS485
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Technology
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GUCHEN Liquid Cooling Solution for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

The GUCHEN energy storage liquid cooling unit is specifically designed for energy storage systems, providing precise liquid-based temperature control for batteries. It effectively overcomes the cooling limitations of traditional air-cooled solutions in high-power and high-energy-density applications, enhancing battery system stability and safety while extending overall service life.
 

Leveraging extensive technical expertise and industry experience, GUCHEN has established a professional R&D team focused on thermal management for new energy applications. The liquid cooling unit is designed according to the actual operating conditions of energy storage systems, delivering efficient cooling and heating control to ensure stable operation under various conditions.
 

Compared to air-cooling solutions, liquid cooling offers higher specific heat capacity and superior thermal conductivity, enabling rapid and uniform heat dissipation. This effectively prevents localized overheating and temperature imbalances, improving system reliability and extending service life.
 

In terms of structural design and manufacturing, GUCHEN’s energy storage thermal management prioritizes safety and stability, ensuring long-term sealing and reliability. It provides a robust thermal management foundation for energy storage systems.

High-Efficiency BESS Thermal Management System

The system adopts a complete DC power supply scheme and uses automotive-grade components with an IP67 protection rating. The water circuit features customized pipelines and dedicated hose clamps, enhancing long-term reliability.
A unique Free Cooling mode improves energy efficiency under low-temperature conditions. Combined with joint simulation calibration and refined control strategies, the system achieves optimized energy consumption.
With years of experience in thermal management, the system employs microchannel refrigerant cooling to ensure high reliability. The unit also features robust operational procedures, comprehensive self-protection, and fault diagnosis functions.

BESS liquid cooling system Technical Specifications

Parameter 5 kW Unit 8 kW Unit 20 kW Unit 40 kW Unit 50 kW Unit
Cooling Capacity

5KW

8KW

20KW

40KW

50KW

Operating Voltage

 220V/380V 50/60Hz AC

Control Voltage DC 24V
Standard Dimensions (mm)

900*820*260

1150*275*1050

1000*630*2400

1000*630*2400

1000*630*2400

Refrigerant Type

R134a

Protection Level

IP67

Outlet Size

CQC20/25

DN40/50

Communication Interface

CAN/RS485

PTC Heating Capacity

2.5KW

2.5KW

8KW

16KW

16KW

Water Pump Power

300W

300W

1.5KW

3KW

3KW

Fan Power

3*120W

3*120W

3*300W

6*300W

6*300W

OEM Energy Storage Thermal Management System

01
Integrated System Support
Customized solutions including thermal management units, cold plate and battery box systems, circulation piping systems, and quick connector systems, fully meeting your overall thermal management requirements.
02
Liquid Cooling Enables Better Energy Storage Temperature Control
  • Lower Battery Pack Temperature:
Under the same inlet temperature, maximum airflow, and flow rate conditions, liquid cooling delivers more efficient heat dissipation. Compared with air cooling, the maximum battery pack temperature can be reduced by 3–5°C.
  • Lower Operating Energy Consumption:
To achieve the same average battery temperature, the operating energy consumption of an air cooling system is approximately 3–4 times higher than that of a liquid cooling system.
  • Lower Risk of Battery Thermal Runaway:
Liquid cooling systems use high-flow coolant to provide forced heat dissipation for battery packs while redistributing heat between battery modules, helping to quickly suppress the worsening of thermal runaway and reduce safety risks.
  • Lower Total Investment Cost:
Liquid cooling systems maintain batteries within an optimal operating temperature range more effectively, extending battery life by over 20% compared with air cooling systems. From a full lifecycle perspective, overall investment costs are lower.
03
Working Principle
  • Coolant Side:

The coolant absorbs heat from the battery cold plates and releases it through the evaporator. Driven by the water pump, the coolant then circulates back into the cold plates to continuously absorb heat generated by the equipment.

  • Refrigerant Side:

During operation, the evaporator (plate heat exchanger) absorbs heat from the coolant circulation system through refrigerant evaporation. The refrigerant is then compressed by the compressor and enters the condenser, where heat is released into the surrounding air through condensation. Afterward, the condensed refrigerant returns to the evaporator through the expansion valve for another evaporation cycle, repeating the process continuously.
How Does an ESS Liquid Cooling System Work?

04
Key Components
The energy storage liquid cooling thermal management system mainly consists of a liquid cooling unit, battery cold plates, circulation pipelines, and other key components.

Liquid cooling systems eliminate the need for complex air duct design, reducing installation space by more than 50%, making them more suitable for future utility-scale energy storage power stations above 100 MW;
With fewer mechanical components such as fans, system failure rates are lower;

Liquid cooling systems operate with lower noise and lower auxiliary power consumption, making them more environmentally friendly.
05
Technical Features
>Precise Temperature Control: Full inverter technology ensures smoother cooling capacity output;

>Intelligent Adjustment: Automatically matches thermal load for dynamic temperature control;

>High Efficiency in All Seasons: Natural cooling technology improves annual energy efficiency ratio by 50%;

>Wide Operating Range: Stable operation from -30°C to 55°C with a design life of up to 15 years;

>Convenient Maintenance: Quick-connect interfaces enable plug-and-play installation;

>Low-Temperature Heating: High-power heaters enable rapid battery cell preheating;

>Multi-Level Protection: More than 30 protection and alarm functions ensure safer operation.

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