{"product_id":"fma-13s-46-8v-48v-li-ion-li-po-battery-protect-circuit-management-board-pcm-bms","title":"FMA 13S 46.8V 48V Li-ion Li-Po Battery Protect Circuit Management Board PCM BMS","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e13S 48V Li-ion\/LiPo Battery Protection Board (BMS\/PCM) - 8 Models Available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional Battery Management System (BMS) \/ Protection Circuit Module (PCM) specifically designed for 13S (46.8V\/48V) lithium-ion and lithium-polymer battery packs. Available in 8 different models with current ratings from 10A to 40A and various sizes. Features comprehensive protection including overcharge, over-discharge, overcurrent, short circuit, and temperature protection, plus built-in 13-cell balancing function. Perfect for 48V e-bikes, electric scooters, solar energy storage systems, and high-power applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e48V System Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13S configuration (46.8V nominal, 54.6V max)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Models Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose from 10A to 40A current ratings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLi-ion\/LiPo Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with both battery chemistries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComprehensive Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overcharge, over-discharge, overcurrent, short circuit, temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13-Cell Balancing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in balancing for all 13 cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple Sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Various form factors from 55×40mm to 125×55mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuality Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable MOSFETs and protection ICs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Self-Consumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal power drain on battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1× 13S 48V Li-ion\/LiPo Protection Board (BMS\/PCM) - model as selected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Models - Choose Based on Your Current Needs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCurrent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSize (mm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e10A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e88 × 45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLow power e-bikes, light applications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e15A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e55 × 40 × 17\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eStandard e-bikes, compact design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20A Model 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e65 × 35 × 11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eE-bikes, electric scooters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20A Model 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e65 × 35 × 9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUltra-slim, space-constrained\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid 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border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e13S (13 cells in series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e46.8V (Li-ion) \/ 48.1V (LiPo)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e54.6V (13 × 4.2V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOvercharge Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e4.2V per cell (54.6V total)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOver-discharge Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2.5V-3.0V per cell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBalance Function\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYes - all 13 cells\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLi-ion \/ LiPo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e~100g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFMA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/9133\/3821\/files\/FPML13S1.png?v=1772524356\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/9133\/3821\/files\/FPML13S2.png?v=1772524356\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eProtection Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOvercharge Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDisconnects when any cell exceeds 4.2V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOver-discharge Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDisconnects when any cell drops below safe voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOvercurrent Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDisconnects when current exceeds rated limit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort Circuit Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eInstantly disconnects on short circuit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e13-Cell Balancing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBalances all 13 cells during charging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eProtects against overheating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep-by-Step Installation Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✅ Follow These Steps Carefully for Safe Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1: Preparation \u0026amp; Safety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Disconnect all power sources before starting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHIGH VOLTAGE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13S battery can reach 54.6V - take precautions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify you have exactly 13 Li-ion or LiPo cells in series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect correct BMS model based on maximum current draw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare tools: soldering iron, solder, wire cutters, multimeter, heat shrink tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire gauge recommendations:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10-15A: 14-16 AWG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20-25A: 12-14 AWG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-40A: 10-12 AWG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork in well-ventilated area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear safety glasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2: Identify Connection Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocate connection points on BMS:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e (Battery Negative): Connect to negative terminal of battery pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e (Battery Positive): Connect to positive terminal of battery pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eP-\u003c\/strong\u003e (Load\/Charger Negative): Output negative terminal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eP+\u003c\/strong\u003e (Load\/Charger Positive): Output positive terminal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance Wires (13S):\u003c\/strong\u003e B-, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B7, B8, B9, B10, B11, B12, B+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudy wiring diagram carefully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake photos for reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 3: Connect Balance Wires (Critical Step)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor 13S Configuration - 14 balance wire connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e → Negative terminal of Cell 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB1\u003c\/strong\u003e → Connection between Cell 1 and Cell 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB2\u003c\/strong\u003e → Connection between Cell 2 and Cell 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB3\u003c\/strong\u003e → Connection between Cell 3 and Cell 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB4\u003c\/strong\u003e → Connection between Cell 4 and Cell 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB5\u003c\/strong\u003e → Connection between Cell 5 and Cell 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB6\u003c\/strong\u003e → Connection between Cell 6 and Cell 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB7\u003c\/strong\u003e → Connection between Cell 7 and Cell 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB8\u003c\/strong\u003e → Connection between Cell 8 and Cell 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB9\u003c\/strong\u003e → Connection between Cell 9 and Cell 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB10\u003c\/strong\u003e → Connection between Cell 10 and Cell 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB11\u003c\/strong\u003e → Connection between Cell 11 and Cell 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB12\u003c\/strong\u003e → Connection between Cell 12 and Cell 13\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e → Positive terminal of Cell 13\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 22-24 AWG wire for balance connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel each wire BEFORE connecting (critical with 14 wires!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse numbered labels or color coding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect in sequence from B- to B+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify each connection with multimeter (~3.6-4.2V between adjacent points)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal voltage B- to B+ should be ~46.8V-54.6V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 4: Connect Main Power Wires\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery Side:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect \u003cstrong\u003eB-\u003c\/strong\u003e to battery pack negative using appropriate gauge wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect \u003cstrong\u003eB+\u003c\/strong\u003e to battery pack positive using appropriate gauge wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoad\/Charger Side:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect \u003cstrong\u003eP-\u003c\/strong\u003e to load\/charger negative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect \u003cstrong\u003eP+\u003c\/strong\u003e to load\/charger positive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse heavy gauge wire for high current models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure all connections are solid and well-insulated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 5: Verify All Connections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL - Check before power-on:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ All 14 balance wires connected in correct sequence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ 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