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BYD Battery-Box Premium LVL/LVS BMU
£ 107.35GBP · price may vary
BrandBYD- Model
- BYD-LVL/LVS-BMU
- Specifications
- 4
- ConnectivityWi-Fi, Ethernet
- Weight (kg)1.05
- Warranty10
- IP RatingIP20
Overview
BMU (battery management unit) for use with BYD Battery-Box Premium LVL and LVS battery systems. Available in IP20 and IP55 versions. BYD-LVL/LVS-BMU normally for use with the BYD LVL which is IP20 rated. BYD-LVL/LVS-BMU-IP55 normally for use with the BYD LVS which is IP55 rated.
Specifications
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Ethernet |
|---|---|
| Weight (kg) | 1.05 |
| Warranty | 10 |
| IP Rating | IP20 |
How to read this datasheet
BYD Battery-Box Premium LVL/LVS BMU is listed with 4 published specifications from BYD, including connectivity of Wi-Fi, Ethernet, weight (kg) of 1.05, warranty of 10 and IP rating of IP20. Those figures are what decide whether this unit fits your system, so read them against the equipment it will connect to before comparing price.
For a battery, the figures that matter most are communication protocol (CAN or RS485) for talking to the inverter, nominal capacity in ampere-hours (Ah) or kilowatt-hours (kWh), usable capacity after depth of discharge — LiFePO4 typically allows 80–100%, lead-acid closer to 50% and system voltage: 12 V, 24 V and 48 V for low-voltage packs, or a high-voltage stack. Storage is what turns a solar array from a daytime bill-reducer into a system that covers evening loads and rides through outages. It is normally the single most expensive component, so sizing it correctly matters more than with any other part.
Choosing a battery: the checks that matter
The checks below apply to any battery. Run them against the specification table above — most disappointing solar purchases are compatible-on-paper units that fail one of these in practice.
- Check the continuous discharge rating against your inverter. A battery that stores plenty of energy but can only deliver 50 A cannot support a large inverter at full output.
- Match voltage to the inverter, and confirm the battery appears on the inverter maker's supported list. Closed-loop communication lets the inverter respect the battery's real charge limits instead of guessing.
- Read the warranty in full: lithium warranties are stated as a term plus either a cycle count or a total energy throughput, and whichever limit arrives first ends the cover.
- Leave room to expand. Packs that parallel cleanly let you add capacity later; ones that do not force a full replacement.
Where buyers lose money
- Ignoring the charge current limit and pairing a large array with a small bank, which trips protection and shortens life.
- Mixing old and new batteries, or different chemistries, in one bank. The weakest unit drags the whole bank down and can be damaged by the others.
- Sizing the bank for total daily consumption rather than after-dark consumption, which typically doubles the cost for no benefit.
Price and availability
BYD Battery-Box Premium LVL/LVS BMU is listed at £ 107 (GBP). Solar pricing moves with supply, import duties and exchange rates, and distributors set their own margins, so treat this as a comparison reference and confirm the current figure before you order.
SolarBazaar compares equipment rather than selling it. Shortlist here on specification and price, then buy from an authorised distributor or installer in your country: warranty cover on solar hardware is normally honoured through the channel you bought from, so confirm who supports BYD locally before ordering.
BYD Battery-Box Premium LVL/LVS BMU — frequently asked questions
How much does BYD Battery-Box Premium LVL/LVS BMU cost?
BYD Battery-Box Premium LVL/LVS BMU is listed at £ 107 (GBP). The figure is indicative — solar prices move with supply, duties and exchange rates, and each distributor sets its own margin — so confirm the current price with a supplier before ordering.
What are the specifications of BYD Battery-Box Premium LVL/LVS BMU?
We hold 4 published specifications for this battery, including connectivity Wi-Fi, Ethernet, weight (kg) 1.05, warranty 10 and IP rating IP20. The full table is on this page, listed under model BYD-LVL/LVS-BMU.
Who makes BYD Battery-Box Premium LVL/LVS BMU?
BYD Battery-Box Premium LVL/LVS BMU is a BYD product, listed under batteries with model reference BYD-LVL/LVS-BMU. The BYD brand page lists the rest of its range so you can compare across the catalogue.
Is BYD Battery-Box Premium LVL/LVS BMU right for my system?
That depends on what it has to connect to. For a battery, check usable capacity after depth of discharge — LiFePO4 typically allows 80–100%, lead-acid closer to 50%, system voltage: 12 V, 24 V and 48 V for low-voltage packs, or a high-voltage stack and continuous charge and discharge current, which limits how much power you can draw from the pack against the rest of your equipment before price enters the decision. Match voltage to the inverter, and confirm the battery appears on the inverter maker's supported list. Closed-loop communication lets the inverter respect the battery's real charge limits instead of guessing.
Where can I buy BYD Battery-Box Premium LVL/LVS BMU?
SolarBazaar lists and compares equipment rather than selling it. Use the specifications and price here to shortlist, then buy through an authorised distributor or installer — buying in-channel is what keeps the manufacturer's warranty valid.
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