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e-Traction & Valence

As with every electric traction system one of the most critical and important components to be managed is the battery system. e-Traction has selected Valence as a reliable partner and preferred supplier in every application.

Valence as preferred supplier

Valence is the most reliable technology partner that e-Traction has worked with so far.
The e-Traction system combined with Valence batteries contains algorithms which are designed to meet all types of system use yet ensure safe battery operation.

This makes that Valence battery systems and e-Traction technology beside road vehicles also are very well applicable in yachts. For other applications we are very pleased to advise you.

e-Traction technology and Valence

In traction sytems the delicate balance between state of charge, max. current, voltage and battery weight is optimised to reach maximum battery life and safe operation.

Operating with the standard Battery Monitoring System of Valence our software constantly monitors all cell temperatures, voltages and state of charge. With this information charging or discharging is applied whenever necessary. With this approach vehicles and boats can operate safely with high-capacity Li-Ion without the need for constant manual monitoring.

The advantages of Valence

Valence technology delivers superior battery quality and has proven reliable in projects such as the Whisper city bus. It's batteries have great advantages compared to conventional traction batteries:

  • 33% lighter with twice the run-time
  • Longer shelf life and faster recharge time
  • Smart battery monitoring and internal cell balancing
  • No lead acid leaks

Lower Total Cost Of Ownership

Intrinsic phosphate safety that protects against abusive situations.

  • Environmentally friendly, no heavy metals or disposal issues.
  • High energy efficiency with no memory effect.
  • Lower lifetime costs due to low maintenance and high cycle life.

e-Traction is an authorised supplier of the Valence system in Europe and prefers installation of the Valence U-Charge system in all applications.

Features

  • Thousands of cycles, 100% DOD, under normal conditions
  • Exceptional voltage stability
  • Application voltages from 12V - 700V
  • Maintenance free
  • Internal cell balancing
  • Can be charged using most standard lead acid chargers (set for AGM/GEL cells)
  • Communication of monitored data via Battery Management System (BMS)
  • Rugged mechanical design
  • Dust and water resistant to IP56 standards
  • Flame retardant plastics
  • LED battery status indicator
  • Carrying Straps on U24, U27and UEV models

For more information about we refer you to the Valence U-Charge brochure.

Recent developments
Project Hybricon
Project ECONEX
NEMS city bus
Project HyMove