Systems & Gear
Everything listed here is what we actually used to build and test our boat systems. We’ll continue to add to it as our build progresses.
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Battery & BMS
Everything listed here is what we actually used to build and test our battery system. The suppliers are ones we dealt with directly and would use again. Some links are affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission if you purchase through them, at no extra cost to you. These relationships were established after our own purchases, so they had no influence on what we chose.
Relevant Videos:
| Item | Model / Manufacturer | Status | Manufacturer | Supplier | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blade Battery Cells | Svolt | ✔ Installed | Product Overview | Our Supplier | 3.2V 184Ah LiFePO4 Blade Battery Cells. | |
| Battery Management System (BMS) | Orion BMS 2 | ✔ Installed | Specifications | Retailer (US) | Battery Management System (700V propulsion battery and 24V systems battery) | |
| BMS Thermistor Expansion Module | Orion | ✔ Installed | Specifications | Retailer (US) | Provides up to 80 additional thermistors. |
Tools we use
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Wiha High Voltage Tools
1000V
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SUERCUP Digital Torque Wrench
1/2-inch Drive Digital
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Orion Cell Wiring Validation Tool
For use with Orion BMS
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STREBITO Electronics Precision Screwdrivers
Pentalobe, Phillips, Torx
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VoltSafe Class 0 (1000V) Insulated Electrical Gloves
Australian, worldwide shipping
Books that shaped this build
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Boat Onwer's Mechanical and Electrical Manual
Nigel Calder
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The Art of Electronics
Paul Horowitz & Winfield Hill