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Discover Energy Systems CAES Containerized BESS 4.6H-CAES
Model: 4.6H-CAES · SKU: 4.6H-CAES
Prepared Nov 12, 2026
Common specifications
| Container type | DC containerSource [1] |
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| Rated capacity | Not documented |
| Usable capacity | 4,600 kWhCalculatedSource [1] |
| Battery voltage | 1,331.2 VSource [1] |
| Continuous output | Not documented |
| Apparent power | Not documented |
| Chemistry | Not documented |
| Cycle life | Not documented |
| Round-trip efficiency | Not documented |
| Cabinets | Not documented |
| AC voltage | Not documented |
| AC frequency | Not documented |
| Cooling | Liquid CoolingSource [1] |
| Fire suppression | Aerosol fire suppressionSource [1] |
| Enclosure | Outdoor IP55 (NEMA 3R)Source [1] |
| Safety listing | UL1973, UL9540A, UL9540Source [1] |
| Communications | CAN, RS485, TCP/IP/Fiber OpticSource [1] |
| Operating temperature | |
| Weight | |
| Dimensions | |
| Enclosure volume | 44,225 L** Calculated from recorded external dimensions |
| Warranty term | 10 yearsSource [1] |
All recorded specifications
| Battery voltage | 1,331.2 VDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted once for all five configurations as "Nominal Voltage 1331.2 V"; the data sheet also prints "Voltage (Max) 1476.8 V" and "Voltage (Min) 1164.8 V". Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Product Specifications, Nominal Voltage Printed once for all five configurations as "Nominal Voltage 1331.2 V"; the data sheet also prints "Voltage (Max) 1476.8 V" and "Voltage (Min) 1164.8 V". Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Product Specifications, Nominal Voltage |
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| Communications | CAN, RS485, TCP/IP/Fiber OpticDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted as "Communication CAN, RS485, TCP/IP/Fiber Optic". Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Mechanical Specifications, Communication Printed as "Communication CAN, RS485, TCP/IP/Fiber Optic". Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Mechanical Specifications, Communication |
| Container type | DC containerDocumented claim ConditionsRecorded as "DC container" (a DC battery container): the data sheet titles it "CAES CONTAINERIZED BESS Container Energy Storage Solution" and its specifications print DC values only (nominal voltage, continuous current); no inverter or AC output is printed. Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, title and Product Specifications Recorded as "DC container" (a DC battery container): the data sheet titles it "CAES CONTAINERIZED BESS Container Energy Storage Solution" and its specifications print DC values only (nominal voltage, continuous current); no inverter or AC output is printed. Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, title and Product Specifications |
| Cooling | Liquid CoolingDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted as "Cooling Method Liquid Cooling"; the data sheet also prints "Thermal Mgmt System Integrated Liquid Chiller/PTC System". Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Mechanical Specifications, Cooling Method Printed as "Cooling Method Liquid Cooling"; the data sheet also prints "Thermal Mgmt System Integrated Liquid Chiller/PTC System". Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Mechanical Specifications, Cooling Method |
| Dimensions | 2,500 D × 6,100 W × 2,900 H mm98.43 D × 240.2 W × 114.2 H in convertedCalculated6.1 x 2.5 x 2.9 m (W x D x H) x 1000 mm/m ConditionsPrinted for all five configurations as "Product Dimensions (WxDxH) 6.1 × 2.5 × 2.9 m (20 × 8 × 9.5 ft)"; recorded in millimeters. Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Mechanical Specifications, Product Dimensions Printed for all five configurations as "Product Dimensions (WxDxH) 6.1 × 2.5 × 2.9 m (20 × 8 × 9.5 ft)"; recorded in millimeters. Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Mechanical Specifications, Product Dimensions |
| Enclosure | Outdoor IP55 (NEMA 3R)Documented claim ConditionsPrinted as "Ingress Rating Outdoor IP55 (NEMA 3R)". Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Mechanical Specifications, Ingress Rating Printed as "Ingress Rating Outdoor IP55 (NEMA 3R)". Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Mechanical Specifications, Ingress Rating |
| Fire suppression | Aerosol fire suppressionDocumented claim ConditionsThe data sheet prints that the container "features integrated liquid thermal management, aerosol fire suppression, dry pipe connection, passive deflagration venting, and active ventilation" and, under Enhanced Safety, "Includes heat, smoke and gas detection, aerosol fire suppression, and active deflagration ventilation". Discover's description, not a test. Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, introduction and Features, Enhanced Safety The data sheet prints that the container "features integrated liquid thermal management, aerosol fire suppression, dry pipe connection, passive deflagration venting, and active ventilation" and, under Enhanced Safety, "Includes heat, smoke and gas detection, aerosol fire suppression, and active deflagration ventilation". Discover's description, not a test. Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, introduction and Features, Enhanced Safety |
| Operating temperature | -30 to 55 °C-22 to 131 °F convertedDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted as "Operating Temperature -30°C to 55°C (-22°F to 131°F)". Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Product Specifications, Operating Temperature Printed as "Operating Temperature -30°C to 55°C (-22°F to 131°F)". Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Product Specifications, Operating Temperature |
| Safety listing | UL1973, UL9540A, UL9540Documented claim ConditionsThe UL entries of "Testing and Certifications UN 38.3, UL1973, UL9540A, UL9540, IEC62619, IEC62933, IEC61000 (NFPA 68 & 69, LSFT)", as printed. UL 9540A is a test method, not a listing. Recorded as Discover's claim; no UL file or certificate number is printed. Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Safety and Standards, Testing and Certifications The UL entries of "Testing and Certifications UN 38.3, UL1973, UL9540A, UL9540, IEC62619, IEC62933, IEC61000 (NFPA 68 & 69, LSFT)", as printed. UL 9540A is a test method, not a listing. Recorded as Discover's claim; no UL file or certificate number is printed. Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Safety and Standards, Testing and Certifications |
| Usable capacity | 4,600 kWhCalculated4.6 MWh x 1000 kWh/MWh ConditionsPrinted as "4.6 MWh" in the 4.6H-CAES column of "Usable Energy Capacity"; recorded in kWh. Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Product Specifications, Usable Energy Capacity Printed as "4.6 MWh" in the 4.6H-CAES column of "Usable Energy Capacity"; recorded in kWh. Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Product Specifications, Usable Energy Capacity |
| Weight | 41,199 kg90,830 lb convertedDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted as "41,199 kg" in the 4.6H-CAES column of "Weight". Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Mechanical Specifications, Weight Printed as "41,199 kg" in the 4.6H-CAES column of "Weight". Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Mechanical Specifications, Weight |
Warranty
| Warranty term | 10 yearsDocumented claim ConditionsPrinted as "Base Performance Warranty 10 years"; the data sheet also prints "Warranty Extension 10 years, 15 years, 20 years". Terms are not printed on the data sheet. Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Warranty, Base Performance Warranty Printed as "Base Performance Warranty 10 years"; the data sheet also prints "Warranty Extension 10 years, 15 years, 20 years". Terms are not printed on the data sheet. Location: CAES data sheet 808-0054 REV C, Warranty, Base Performance Warranty |
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Certificate records
No records documented.
Sources and revisions
- CAES Containerized BESS data sheet (808-0054 REV C)Official datasheet · Revision 808-0054 REV C · Checked https://discoverenergysys.com/s4x_files/resources/808-0054-caes-data-sheet.pdf
- CAES Containers product page (October 13, 2026 capture)Official product page · Checked https://discoverenergysys.com/products/commercial-products/caes-containers