AudioRoot eSMART Li-96neo

AudioRoot eSMART Li-96neo

The AudioRoot eSMART Li-96neo is a rechargeable lithium-ion battery with a nominal voltage of 14.4 V and an energy capacity of 96 Wh. It combines SMBus communication with an integrated OLED display, allowing battery information to be read on compatible equipment or directly on the battery.

The Li-96neo offers greater energy capacity than the smaller Li-48neo and supports a maximum continuous discharge current of 11.75 A. Its integrated display also provides battery information when your equipment or power distributor does not support SMBus. The battery weighs 450 g and measures 150.4 × 77.2 × 22.6 mm.

Main Features

• 96 Wh lithium-ion battery with a nominal voltage of 14.4 V.
• Integrated OLED display for battery status and estimated remaining runtime.
• SMBus-compatible Impedance Track™ fuel gauge.
• Maximum continuous discharge current of 11.75 A.
• 5-pin battery connection.

OLED Display and Battery Monitoring

Shake the disconnected battery to activate its display. During charging or discharging, the screen can show live battery information. The manufacturer specifies a current threshold of 50 mA for this function.

The OLED remains off when the battery is connected to SMBus-compatible equipment. In that configuration, the connected device retrieves and displays the battery information. Display operation is independent of power delivery.

• Remaining battery capacity as a percentage.
• Pack voltage and current draw.
• Estimated remaining runtime at the current load.
• Cycle count and battery temperature.
• Charging or discharging status.

Specifications

• Battery chemistry: lithium-ion.
• Energy capacity: 96 Wh.
• Nominal voltage: 14.4 V.
• Operating voltage: 10–16.8 V.
• Typical capacity: 6700 mAh.
• Minimum capacity: 6200 mAh.
• Standard charging method: CC/CV, 3.25 A up to 16.8 V.
• Maximum charging current: 5.75 A.
• Maximum continuous discharge current: 11.75 A.
• Charging temperature: 10–45 °C.
• Discharging temperature: -20–60 °C.
• Storage temperature for up to 1 month: -20–50 °C.
• Storage temperature for up to 3 months: -20–40 °C.
• Storage temperature for up to 1 year: -20–20 °C.
• Weight: 450 g.
• Dimensions: 150.4 × 77.2 × 22.6 mm.

The manufacturer specifies at least 70% remaining capacity after 500 cycles when using the prescribed standard charging and discharging methods, including a 30-minute rest after each charge and discharge.

Included

• AudioRoot eSMART Li-96neo lithium-ion battery with integrated OLED display.

Compatibility and Charging

This battery is compatible with the AudioRoot eSMART DUO power distributor. Use a suitable battery cable and check that the connected equipment supports the complete 10–16.8 V operating range.

Charging options include the AudioRoot eSMART MONO CHARGER with one charging bay, the eSMART DUAL CHARGER with two independent charging bays or the eSMART QUAD CHARGER for four batteries simultaneously.

The AudioRoot eSMART TINY-C is a compact USB-C charger. It requires a separate USB-C PPS power supply supporting 5–20 V PPS and rated at least 65 W.

Comparison with Other AudioRoot Batteries

The Li-96neo provides 96 Wh energy capacity, SMBus communication and an OLED display. The Li-48neo is the smaller and lighter neo version. The Li-49Wh and Li-98Wh transmit battery information to compatible equipment via SMBus. The LiFe models use LiFePO4 chemistry and offer greater energy capacity in Peli cases, at a nominal voltage of 12.8 V.

The models also differ in connections, permitted output current and charging equipment. Check the selected model’s specifications before using a different battery in your power system.