{"product_id":"rak9156-battery-prime-solar-battery","title":"Battery Prime | 230 Wh LiFePO₄ solar power for gateways and custom IoT devices | RAK9156","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Battery Prime?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBattery Prime\u003c\/strong\u003e (RAK9156) is an all-in-one \u003cstrong\u003eLiFePO₄ solar battery\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to power gateways for LoRaWAN® and compatible 12V IoT equipment at sites without grid access. Its IP67-rated enclosure houses a 230 Wh battery, integrated MPPT solar charger, smart Battery Management System (BMS), and \u003cspan\u003eSelf-heating system to allow charging even in low-temperature conditions\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Battery Prime uses the same interface as the RAK Battery Plus and Lite, allowing seamless integration with the\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.rakwireless.com\/products\/wisgate-soho-pro-gateway-rak7267\"\u003eWisGate Soho Pro RAK7267.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan\u003eIt can also power other compatible 12V IoT devices, while its RS485 interface enables battery status and performance monitoring\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You Need Battery Prime\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReliable power is essential for LoRaWAN gateways deployed in remote locations without access to the electrical grid. Battery Prime provides energy storage to keep connected equipment running during nighttime, cloudy weather, and periods of limited solar charging\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy it’s useful:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimplified installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fewer separate components to source, mount, and connect at remote gateway sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced field maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports solar-powered operation with less dependence on manual battery replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible deployment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports pole or wall mounting for outdoor gateway installations and compatible 12V equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold-weather readiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eIntegrated self-heating allows the battery to be charged in cold environments\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features of Battery Prime\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e \u003ccol width=\"234\"\u003e \u003ccol width=\"366\"\u003e \u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Monitoring via RS485\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen used with compatible RAK gateways, battery state and charging information can be viewed in WisGateOS2 or WisDM. Enables battery data integration with compatible external monitoring systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e230 Wh LiFePO₄ Battery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides 12.8V nominal power for off-grid LoRaWAN gateways and compatible IoT devices and equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated MPPT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptimizes solar energy harvesting without an external charge controller. Supports a rated 40W solar panel and up to 130W, with a maximum 30V open-circuit voltage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmart BMS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManages charging and discharging while providing battery protection within supported electrical and temperature limits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Heating for Cold Weather\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarms battery cells before charging in low temperatures, activating below 0.5°C and stopping above 5°C. Charging pauses during heating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIP67 Outdoor Enclosure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures protective connectors, a pressure-relief valve, and a grounding terminal, with pole or wall mounting options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Solar Battery Is Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRAK9156 is positioned between the compact \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.rakwireless.com\/products\/ensure-short-term-uptime-and-sustainability-for-your-gateway-with-solar-battery-lite?intsource=rak_store\u0026amp;intmedium=organic\u0026amp;intcampaign=solar_battery_prime_for_gateway_product_page\u0026amp;intterm=rak9154\u0026amp;intcontent=store_link\"\u003eRAK9154\u003c\/a\u003e and higher-capacity \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.rakwireless.com\/products\/rak-battery-plus-rak9155?variant=42309251563718\u0026amp;intsource=rak_store\u0026amp;intmedium=organic\u0026amp;intcampaign=solar_battery_prime_for_gateway_product_page\u0026amp;intterm=rak9155\u0026amp;intcontent=store_link\"\u003eRAK9155\u003c\/a\u003e, providing a mid-range option for gateway installations that rely on daily solar charging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6077%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1595%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRAK9156 Battery Prime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(This Product)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.8836%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRAK9155 Battery Plus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.7381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRAK9154 Solar Battery Lite for Gateway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6077%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1595%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18 Ah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.8836%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50 Ah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.7381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5.2 Ah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6077%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated Energy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1595%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e230 Wh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.8836%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e640 Wh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.7381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e56.16 Wh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6077%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Chemistry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1595%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiFePO₄\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.8836%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiFePO₄\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.7381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTernary Lithium Battery (NMC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6077%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1595%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e317 × 200 × 84 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.8836%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e499 x 280 x 75 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.7381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e180 x 130 x 60 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6077%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1595%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~5 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.8836%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e≤8 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.7381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e≤1kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6077%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolar Charging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1595%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated MPPT Solar Controller, 1 PV input\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.8836%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated MPPT Solar Controller, 2 PV inputs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.7381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated MPPT Solar Controller, 1 PV input\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6077%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Heating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1595%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.8836%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.7381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6077%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitoring Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1595%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRS485\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.8836%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRS485\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.7381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRS485\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6077%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Gateways\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1595%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRAK7240, RAK7267, RAK7289, RAK7285, and RAK7393\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.8836%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports RAK7240, RAK7267, RAK7289, RAK7285, and RAK7393\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.7381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports RAK7240, RAK7267, RAK7289, RAK7285, and RAK7393\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6077%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackup autonomy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1595%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003eF\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eour [4] days\u003c\/strong\u003e with RAK7267 (at approximately 2W gateway power consumption)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.8836%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003eSeven [7] days\u003c\/strong\u003e with RAK7267\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.7381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003eHalf\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[1\/2] day\u003c\/strong\u003e with RAK7267\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.6077%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.1595%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOff-grid gateways and 12V devices with daily solar charging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.8836%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGateways requiring higher capacity and longer autonomy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.7381%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSensors and supplementary power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommendation: \u003c\/strong\u003eFor \u003cspan\u003einstallations with higher power consumption, prolonged cloudy weather, or limited winter sunlight, consider the RAK9155 Battery Plus or a larger solar power system. Choose the appropriate configuration based on device power consumption, local solar conditions, and required backup time\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Size a Solar Power System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelecting a solar power solution requires considering three factors:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Daily energy consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measure how much power the connected gateway and other equipment consume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Required battery autonomy:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDetermine how long the battery must operate without solar charging\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Solar panel capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consider seasonal sunlight, charging losses, and the battery's electrical input limits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual runtime depends on the connected equipment's power consumption, usable battery capacity, temperature, and available sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRS485 Battery Monitoring and System Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery Prime provides an RS485 interface for wired communication with compatible external controllers and monitoring platforms. RS485 uses differential signaling to reduce communication errors caused by electrical interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrators can refer to the available documentation, communication protocol, and register map provided here to integrate Battery Prime monitoring into new or existing equipment and systems. A link will be added once available\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUse Case Examples for Battery Prime\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Battery Prime solves two common deployment needs: maintaining gateway powered at remote sites and powering independent monitoring equipment where grid power is unavailable or impractical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse Case #1: Solar-Powered Gateway for Remote Agricultural Monitoring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn agricultural operator needs \u003cspan\u003euninterrupted\u003c\/span\u003e LoRaWAN coverage without grid power. The operator pairs Battery Prime with the WisGate Edge Prime RAK7240 and a compatible solar panel to \u003cspan\u003eprovide power to the gateway\u003c\/span\u003e. The system combines solar energy storage and gateway power delivery, reducing the need to install separate battery management and solar charging equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse Case #2: Independent Power for Field Monitoring Equipment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor environmental monitoring stations deployed in remote areas without access to the electrical grid, Battery Prime provides a reliable 12V power source for sensors, data loggers, and other monitoring equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaired with a solar panel, Battery Prime stores energy generated during daylight hours to power connected equipment at night or when solar generation is insufficient. Through the RS485 interface, operators can also monitor battery status and performance alongside the data collected by their monitoring system\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGateway Compatibility and Connection Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery Prime supplies DC power to compatible LoRaWAN gateways and third-party IoT equipment. Device compatibility depends on the connected equipment's voltage requirements, electrical load, connector configuration, and installation conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery Prime can power the WisGate Soho Pro RAK7267 and other compatible IoT equipment, offering a flexible solution for off-grid deployments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWisGate Soho Pro RAK7267\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully compatible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible DC connection cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther 12V IoT Equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupported within battery electrical limits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible voltage, connector, and power requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e24V equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires additional hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAppropriate DC-DC converter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: For third-party equipment, verify the voltage range, power consumption, and connector compatibility before installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnecting RAK9156 to a Gateway\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore installation, verify the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Input voltage compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the device accepts the RAK9156 operating voltage range of 10.8–14.4V.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Electrical load:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the connected equipment remains within the battery's continuous discharge limit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Connector compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use an appropriate DC connection cable with the correct connector type and polarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Solar panel compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify PV voltage limits and electrical requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Outdoor installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Secure the mounting hardware, protect cable connections, and follow the grounding requirements in the installation manual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery type\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiFePO₄\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRated voltage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12.8 V\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRated capacity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18 Ah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRated energy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e230.4 Wh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating voltage range\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10.8 – 14.4 V\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax. continuous charge current\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 A (limited by solar charger)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax. continuous discharge current\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePV input voltage (typical)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18 V\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax. PV input voltage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30 V (open circuit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolar panel power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e40 W\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharging temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0 °C – 55 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDischarging temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-20 °C – 58 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating humidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20 – 80 % RH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngress protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIP67\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterfaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutput (DC + RS485), PV input, ON\/OFF switch, grounding terminal, pressure-relief valve\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePole (50–150 mm) or wall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e317 × 200 × 84 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNet weight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~5 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × RAK9156 Battery Prime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Discharging Cable for RAK7267 or RAK7240V2\/CV2 with DC and Battery Plus Support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Mounting Bracket for Battery Prime RAK9156\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 × Mounting Screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Steel Strap Clamps (diameter 38-156 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 x Steel Strap Clamps (diameter 38-256 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Grounding Cable (1 Meter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 40W Solar Panel Kit (Only Battery Prime \u0026amp; 40W Solar Panel Kit (For RAK7267\/RAK7240 Series) Variant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Get Started with Battery Prime\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.rakwireless.com\/product-categories\/accessories\/rak9156\/overview\/\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOverview for Battery Prime RAK9156\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.rakwireless.com\/product-categories\/accessories\/rak9156\/datasheet\/\"\u003eDatasheet for Battery Prime RAK9156\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.rakwireless.com\/product-categories\/accessories\/rak9156\/installation-guide\/\"\u003eInstallation guide for Battery Prime RAK9156\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.rakwireless.com\/product-categories\/accessories\/rak9156\/pre-deployment-guide\/\"\u003ePre-Deployment Guide for Battery Prime RAK9156\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.rakwireless.com\/product-categories\/accessories\/solar-panel-40w\/overview\/\"\u003eOverview for 40W Solar Panel Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.rakwireless.com\/product-categories\/accessories\/solar-panel-40w\/datasheet\/\"\u003eDatasheet for 40W Solar Panel Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.rakwireless.com\/product-categories\/accessories\/solar-panel-40w\/installation-guide\/\"\u003eInstallation guide for 40W Solar Panel Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"RAKwireless","offers":[{"title":"Battery Prime Only (For RAK7267\/RAK7240 Series)","offer_id":48697495388358,"sku":"910524","price":269.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Battery Prime \u0026 40W Solar Panel Kit (For RAK7267\/RAK7240 Series)","offer_id":48697495421126,"sku":"910525","price":359.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0177\/8784\/6756\/files\/RAK91656-06.png?v=1794362861","url":"https:\/\/store.rakwireless.com\/products\/rak9156-battery-prime-solar-battery","provider":"RAKwireless Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}