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Lithium Batteries

We build lots of custom lithium battery options — everything from gate opener packs to multi-pack Powerwalls for homes. New and used, off-the-shelf and custom.

LFP / LiFePO4: 3.2V/cell nominal — safer, longer life, preferred for off-grid

Li-ion: 3.7V/cell nominal — more energy-dense, used in EV modules

Remember: Energy storage is measured in kWh (kilowatt-hours).

To find the kWh capacity of a battery, multiply the nominal voltage by its amp hour (Ah) capacity.

Lead acid (12V): 12V × 100Ah = 1,200Wh = 1.2 kWh

Lithium (12.8V): 12.8V × 100Ah = 1,280Wh = 1.28 kWh

What Makes a Good Lithium Battery?

Not every pack on the market is built the same. Here's what we look for — and build to — before it goes on our shelf.

Cell Quality

Grade-A LiFePO4 cells with matched capacity and internal resistance across the pack — not mismatched reclaimed cells.

BMS Quality

A real battery management system with genuine over-charge, over-discharge, and short-circuit protection — not a bargain-bin board.

Mechanical Connection to the BMS

Properly gauged, torqued busbars between cells and BMS. Undersized wiring or weak crimps are where cheap packs fail first.

Cell Balancing

Active or passive balancing keeps every cell at the same voltage over hundreds of cycles, so the pack ages evenly.

Low-Temp Charge Protection

LiFePO4 cells can be damaged charging below freezing. A good BMS cuts charging — not just discharging — at low temps.

Bluetooth BMS

Bluetooth communication lets you watch individual cell voltages and pack health from your phone, not just guess.

Rugged for Mobile Use

A case and internal mounting that can take vibration, impact, and temperature swings in an RV, boat, or vehicle.

Warranty & Support

Backed by a shop that will actually test, diagnose, and stand behind the pack if something goes wrong.

See It In Your Pocket

Real screens from the Overkill Solar BMS app — live voltage, charge/discharge status, and per-cell settings, all over Bluetooth.

Overkill Solar BMS app home screen showing charge percentage, voltage, power, and event counts

Home — live status

Overkill Solar BMS app settings screen showing per-cell voltage and capacity configuration

Settings — per-cell config

12V Lithium

U1 Lithium Battery 12.8V 28Ah

U1 Lithium

LFP

12.8V · 28Ah · 0.36 kWh

Clearance

$90

Valence U-Charge 12.8V 35Ah

Valence U-Charge

LFP

12.8V · 35Ah · 0.45 kWh

$110

Mac's 12.8V 100Ah Bluetooth LiFePO4

Mac's 100Ah Bluetooth

LFP

12.8V · 100Ah · Bluetooth BMS · 100A BMS · 1.28 kWh

$230

Mac's 12.8V 170Ah Bluetooth LiFePO4

Mac's 170Ah Bluetooth

LFP

12.8V · 170Ah · Bluetooth BMS · 150A BMS · 2.18 kWh

$360

Mac's 12.8V 300Ah LiFePO4

Mac's 300Ah

LFP

12.8V · 300Ah · Bluetooth BMS · 200A BMS · 3.84 kWh

$525

Mac's 12.8V 330Ah LiFePO4

Mac's 330Ah

LFP

12.8V · 330Ah · Bluetooth BMS · 200A BMS · 4.22 kWh

$600

24V Lithium

Mac's Custom 24V 7S 285Ah Mach-E

Mac's Custom 7S 285Ah Mach-E

Li-ion

24V · 285Ah · Custom Bluetooth BMS · 200A BMS · ~7.4 kWh

$1,200

Mac's Custom 24V 8S 285Ah Mach-E

Mac's Custom 8S 285Ah Mach-E

Li-ion

24V · 285Ah · Custom Bluetooth BMS · 200A BMS · ~8.4 kWh

$1,400

36V Lithium

Mac's Custom 36V 10S 212Ah Mach-E

Mac's Custom 10S 212Ah Mach-E

Li-ion

36V · 212Ah · 200A Bluetooth BMS · ~7.8 kWh

Clearance

$2,200 $1,200
Mac's Golf Cart LFP 36V 100Ah

Mac's Golf Cart LFP

LFP

36V · 100Ah · Bluetooth BMS · 200A BMS · 3.6 kWh

$1,000

48V Lithium — Powerwalls

Mac's Powerwall 48V 150Ah LFP 7.7 kWh

Mac's Powerwall LFP

LFP

48V · 150Ah · Bluetooth BMS · 200A BMS · 7.7 kWh

Clearance

$1,800 $1,200
14S Nissan Leaf 48V 160Ah ~7.7 kWh

14S Nissan Leaf Pack

Li-ion

48V · 160Ah · Bluetooth BMS · 200A BMS · ~7.7 kWh

Clearance

$800

Mac's Golf Cart LFP 48V 100Ah

Mac's Golf Cart LFP

LFP

48V · 100Ah · Bluetooth BMS · 200A BMS · ~5.1 kWh

$1,000

Mac's 48V 280Ah DIY LFP Powerwall Pack

48V 280Ah DIY LFP Pack

LFP

48V · 280Ah · 13.44 kWh · Bluetooth BMS · 200A BMS (JK v19 screen)

Our newest, smallest, most compact build for a 48V LiFePO4 battery system

$3,000

BMS Manuals

Battery Management System manuals for the units we sell and support. If you need to reset your BMS or configure settings, start here.

JK BMS battery management system

JK BMS

Manual for the JK Battery Management System. Covers wiring, Bluetooth app setup, cell balancing configuration, and protection settings.

Download JK BMS Manual (PDF)
Xiaoxiang BMS battery management system

Xiaoxiang BMS

Manual for the Xiaoxiang Battery Management System. Mac's modified version — a work in progress with notes from real-world use.

Download Xiaoxiang BMS Manual (PDF)
Note: These manuals are hosted on the live Mac's Batteries site. If a PDF link doesn't open, you may need a PDF viewer. On most devices these will open directly in the browser.

Need Something Custom?

Don't see exactly what you need? We build custom packs of any size — from portable power to whole-home energy storage. Call or stop by to discuss your project.