What Is An iCeL?
iCeL [ahy-sel] n. : integrated cell of electric Lithium
The iCeL is an intelligent energy storage device that is able to simultaneously charge, discharge, store, and manage energy from multiple sources and loads. A single iCeL is interactive, with the ability to communicate with other iCeLs, as well as energy system hardware and monitoring software.
The iCeL energy laboratory pairs Tier 1 Lithium-ion 18650 cells with iCeL's patented technology to create an "integrated cell." The integrated cell is then combined with an integrated circuit to form the iCeL.
The compact, modular iCeL energy storage device is a building block for the iCeL System, which connects iCeLs to renewable energy infrastructure, monitoring software, applications, and the grid.
An iCeL can be designed for integration into electronics and equipment, as well as energy systems for homes, offices, factories, farms, schools, hospitals, utilities, and vehicles.
iCeL Safety Features
- Current limiting
- Thermal monitoring and switches
- Thermally and electrically aligned cell integration
- Natural and digital cell balancing
- Controllable window of voltage operation
- Physical safety circuits within each cell
- Multiple levels of short circuit protection
- Patented cell integration technology provides maximum connections between all cells
iCeL Advantages
- High energy density
- Zero "memory effect"
- 15,000+ cycles proven
- Negligible self-discharge
- Compact, lightweight, modular
- Proven utility grid integration
- Environmentally-benign chemistry
- Up to 99% efficiency (DC roundtrip)
- ETL Certification (UL and CSA compliant)
- High Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF)
- Compatible with all renewable energy systems
- Enables multi-directional and multi-channel energy flow
- Longest life cycle available resulting in lowest cost over time
- Fully scalable from 1 kilowatt hour to multiple megawatt hours
- Can be designed to operate safely from -10°/14° to 70°/158°F