November 18, 2019 by Luke James
The XTM-18 Supercapacitor Module is a high-reliability energy storage solution that provides high-density power for a variety of automation machines.
Eaton’s XTM-18 Supercapacitor Module is a highly reliable and cost-effective energy storage solution. It provides high-density power for a variety of potential applications that involve automation.
The XTM-18 provides up to 20 years’ worth of long-life energy storage. Utilizing an electric double-layer capacitor (EDLC) construction coupled with Eaton’s proprietary processes and materials, the supercapacitor module can last for millions of charge/discharge cycles and can be used to replace or augment existing battery systems.
The XTM-18 Supercapacitator Module. Image courtesy of Eaton.
Additionally, the XTM-18 has six supercapacitor cells with an ESR of 22mΩ, 18V operating voltage, and 61.7F combined capacitance. It can be used as a sole energy storage solution or combined with batteries to optimize cost, life, and runtime. System requirements can range from a few microwatts to megawatts and all products have low ESR for high power density with environmentally friendly materials used to make it a green power solution.
Other features include:
Very low equivalent series resistance (ESR)
Wide operating temperature range
Cost-effective backup power and large energy recapture
RoHS, halogen-free, and IP54 compliant
22mΩ low ESR, 18 V operating voltage, and 61.7F combined capacitance
High efficiency (> 98%) under broad operating conditions
High-reliability green solution
Low operating costs and maintenance-free
-40°C and to 65°C operating temperature range (with linear voltage derating to 15V @ 85°C)
Potential applications and use cases for the XTM-18 include industrial computers, emergency backup energy, battery assist engines, soft shutdown for industrial robotics and PLCs, automated guided vehicles (e.g. warehouse automation, forklifts), wind turbines, vehicle engines, and material handling equipment.
