Battery: Ford F‐150 Lightning - dalathegreat/Battery-Emulator GitHub Wiki

[!CAUTION] Working with high voltage is dangerous. Always follow local laws and regulations regarding high voltage work. If you are unsure about the rules in your country, consult a licensed electrician for more information.

Compatible batteries

The model years 2022-2025 came with the following batteries

  • 107kWh gross (98kWh net usable)
  • 143kWh gross (131kWh net usable)

There are stickers on the battery that informs gross capacity

Physical Dimensions

Parameter Value
Pack Size (L × W × H)
Weight

Battery holder frame design:

Software configuration

For this battery type, use the option called "xyz" under the "Battery Protocol" section

Part numbers

Part numbers for connectors/cables, along with purchase links to ebay/aliexpress

Component Part Number Purchase Link
eBay / AliExpress

Wiring, Low voltage connector

A replacement LV connector can be purchased from AliExpress. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008121256506.html

Detailed LV connector C144 pin description

For communication only: Connect the following pins:

  • Pin 1 to 12V constant (BMS+)
  • Pin 6 to 12V constant
  • Pin 26 to GND for 12V
  • Pin 15 or 21 to CAN-L on Battery-Emulator
  • Pin 16 or 22 to CAN-H on Battery-Emulator

For communication AND contactors: Connect the following pins:

  • Pin 1 to 12V constant (BMS+)
  • Pin 5 to 12V constant
  • Pin 6 to 12V constant
  • Pin 8 to 12V constant (Closing battery contractors)
  • Pin 25 to GND for 12V
  • Pin 26 to GND for 12V
  • Pin 15 or 21 to CAN-L on Battery-Emulator
  • Pin 16 or 22 to CAN-H on Battery-Emulator

Tip: use pin 15 and 16 for CAN Communication. Use pin 21 and 22 to add a 120Ω terminating resistor

Battery uses 1.4 amps to run the 12v 1mm2 cable should be enough.

Note: The battery does NOT contain a terminating resistor, so it is a good idea to add a 120 Ohm resistor between CAN-L and CAN-H on the battery side.

Parameter Value
12V Consumption — Peak Start 2.0A
12V Consumption — Continuous 1.5A
CAN type CAN
Contactor Control CAN-controlled

Wiring, High voltage connector

Parameter Value
Interlock Required Yes
Number of Interlocks

The interlocks on these connectors need to be seated:

Troubleshooting tips

Example picture from completed install