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iBACS / iBACS PRO – The Expandable, Open-Architecture BMS

The SMARTBATTERY seamlessly transitions from a self-monitoring unit to a comprehensive Battery Management System (BMS). By inserting the iBACS or iBACS PRO module into the integrated terminal slot, users unlock real-time telemetry via the BACS bus alongside standard NFC capabilities. Now in its 4th generation, this advanced system actively commands the battery to maximize capacity and extend operational lifespan—all built upon a flexible, open-source framework designed to empower integrators.

The Open-Source Advantage: Maximum Flexibility & Licensing

To prevent vendor lock-in and ensure architectural freedom, the SMARTBATTERY features a true open-source interface. While it pairs natively with the GENEREX BACS network, the system is designed to seamlessly integrate with battery monitoring solutions from third-party manufacturers. For prospective manufacturing licensees, GENEREX offers full, unrestricted access to the complete composition and design data of the SMARTLOGGER technology. This allows OEMs and integrators to transition to autonomous in-house production and customized development.

Core Architecture and Capabilities

Designed for maximum reliability and high-speed data acquisition, the base architecture offers robust performance even in demanding environments:

  • High-Speed Token Ring Topology: Utilizes a rapid data bus architecture, achieving measurement intervals of < 0.25 seconds per battery.
  • Galvanic Isolation: Provides exceptional immunity against electrical noise and interference from aging UPS components by isolating each module at the high-voltage side.
  • Real-Time Diagnostics: Continuously monitors voltage, temperature, and basic State of Health (SOH) to identify underperforming units during live operation.
Picture: Expandable by design: Lift the cover and insert the iBACS module.

iBACS PRO: Full-Featured Battery Management

The iBACS PRO module elevates the system with plug-and-play simplicity. Utilizing pre-coded connectors and requiring no external measuring cables, installation is completely fail-safe. It introduces advanced diagnostic and corrective capabilities:

  • Precision Equalizing (Balancing): Regulates the charging voltage of each cell to the exact target voltage with 0.01V accuracy, delivering up to 20% more usable capacity and increasing service life by up to 50%.
  • Advanced SOH & Internal Resistance: Evaluates battery health by analyzing the power required for balancing, alongside highly precise internal resistance measurements.
  • State of Charge (SOC) & Capacity Tracking: Introduces industry-first per-cell capacity measurement, alerting operators before capacity drops below the critical 80% IEEE replacement threshold.
  • AC Ripple Detection: Monitors DC bus interference to proactively identify aging rectifiers and charging systems before they damage the battery string.

A Paradigm Shift for UPS Manufacturers

Historically, UPS capacity and autonomy data have been estimations. By integrating accurate, continuous capacity monitoring through an open and scalable platform, the SMARTBATTERY with iBACS PRO provides operators with definitive runtime metrics.

This enables targeted maintenance:

1. replacing only the failing units rather than entire strings

2. enhancing overall system security and driving significant cost savings.