Battery Management System Trainer

Build, program, and diagnose a real vehicle Battery Management System — the same technology that keeps EV battery packs safe and balanced.

This lab exercise provides hands-on experience with series and parallel circuits, relating them directly to electric vehicles (EVs) and solar energy systems. Using batteries and multimeters, students will construct and analyze both circuit types.

The exercise teaches the practical application of configurations: series circuits increase total voltage for EV powertrains, and parallel circuits boost current capacity and system resilience, crucial for solar installations and large battery packs.

Students measure and verify electrical properties, gaining troubleshooting skills and understanding how basic circuit designs scale to complex power systems in the green energy sector. This activity connects theoretical knowledge to real-world applications in sustainable technology, preparing them for future careers in this growing field.

View battery cell information, fault information and set parameters on any PC or laptop with free CoolTerm or Putty program.

FEATURES
• Actual components used in a vehicle BMS
• Labeling clearly identifies components
• Can be assembled and disassembled over and over
• Rugged case with cutouts keeps kit together

BENEFITS
• Students can work on real components at a safe voltage
• Provides a quick and easy understanding of the BMS
• Most of the kit can be repurposed into a conversion or other project

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
• Describe the purpose and function of the BMS
• Assemble components and wiring of the BMS in a battery system
• Set up the parameters for the BMS using programming
• Diagnose failures with the BMS

PACKAGING
Each BMS Kit is stored in a lightweight, rugged case and has everything to make setting up, teaching, and learning the BMS quick and easy.  Case dimensions: 17” x 13” x 7”, Kit Weight: 9 lbs.