{"product_id":"fogstar-drift-12v-460ah-lithium-leisure-battery-gen2","title":"Fogstar Drift 12V 460Ah Lithium Leisure Battery (Gen 2)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Fogstar Drift 12V 460Ah Lithium Leisure Battery (Gen2) is a large-capacity LiFePO4 leisure battery for campervans, motorhomes, boats, off-grid solar systems and backup power applications. With 5,888Wh of stored energy, a 300A Smart BMS, Bluetooth monitoring, integrated low-temperature heating and IP67 protection, it is built for demanding 12V electrical systems where high usable capacity, strong discharge performance and reliable long-term operation are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e460Ah capacity with 5,888Wh of stored energy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12.8V LiFePO4 lithium battery chemistry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300A Smart BMS for high-demand systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.2A shunt accuracy for improved state-of-charge monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated active cell balancing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade A EVE LF230 prismatic cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth monitoring via the Fogstar Drift App\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated automatic low-temperature heating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIP67 waterproof and dustproof construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Victron systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports series and parallel battery configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhysical on\/off switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM8 terminals with bolts included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLarge-Capacity 12V Lithium Power\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Drift Gen2 12V 460Ah provides 5.888kWh of stored energy from a single 12V battery, making it well suited to larger campervan, motorhome, marine and off-grid electrical systems. Its high capacity can reduce the need to install multiple smaller batteries, helping simplify system design where installation space allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA maximum continuous discharge rating of 300A provides the current required for powerful inverter systems and demanding DC loads. This makes the battery suitable for installations running equipment such as refrigeration, cooking appliances through an inverter, pumps, lighting, communications equipment and other high-consumption devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e300A Smart BMS and Active Cell Balancing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated 300A Smart Battery Management System monitors and protects the battery while allowing substantial continuous power delivery. It incorporates a 0.2A-accuracy shunt for more precise current measurement and improved state-of-charge reporting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eActive cell balancing helps keep individual cell voltages closely matched throughout the battery pack. This supports consistent performance, improved charging efficiency and long-term battery health across repeated cycling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBluetooth Battery Monitoring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in Bluetooth allows users to monitor the battery through the Fogstar Drift App on compatible iOS and Android devices. Important information including voltage, current, state of charge and temperature can be viewed directly from a phone or tablet, providing useful visibility of battery performance without requiring a separate basic battery monitor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery Chemistry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiFePO4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.8V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e460Ah\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5,888Wh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCell Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrade A EVE LF230 prismatic cells\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300A Smart BMS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Continuous Discharge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Charge Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.4V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShunt Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCell Balancing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive balancing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCycle Life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4,000 cycles at 80% DOD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonitoring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth via Fogstar Drift App\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-Temperature Heating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated automatic heating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e520 × 238 × 221mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 41kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM8, 1.25 pitch, 12mm bolts included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAutomatic Low-Temperature Heating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiFePO4 cells should not be charged below their safe operating temperature. The Drift Gen2 addresses this with integrated low-temperature heating, automatically warming the battery before charging when required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the battery particularly useful for campervans, motorhomes, boats and off-grid installations that may remain exposed to cold UK winter temperatures or be installed in external and unheated battery compartments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIP67 Protection for Mobile and Marine Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IP67-rated enclosure provides strong protection against dust and water ingress. This gives installers greater flexibility when selecting a suitable battery location and makes the Drift Gen2 particularly well suited to marine systems, campervan electrical installations, motorhomes and rugged off-grid applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSeries and Parallel Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Supported\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 4 batteries for 48V systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParallel Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 16 batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe ability to connect multiple batteries in parallel allows total storage capacity to be increased significantly for larger solar battery systems. Supported series operation also provides a route to 24V, 36V and 48V battery systems when the batteries and communications are correctly configured for series operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVictron System Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fogstar Drift Gen2 range supports integration with compatible Victron systems, making the 460Ah model particularly attractive for larger campervan, marine and off-grid installations using Victron inverter\/chargers, MPPT solar charge controllers and system monitoring equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible communication can provide cleaner integration and more accurate battery information within a properly configured Victron electrical system, helping the inverter, chargers and battery management system operate together effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge campervan and van conversion electrical systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotorhome lithium leisure battery upgrades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine and boat electrical systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOff-grid solar battery storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCabins and remote properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-power inverter installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackup power systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIY solar systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended off-grid touring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 12V renewable energy systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpandable 24V and 48V battery banks using supported configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Product?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fogstar Drift 12V 460Ah Gen2 provides almost 5.9kWh of energy storage from a single battery while retaining a familiar 12V system architecture. Its 300A Smart BMS gives it the current capability required for powerful inverter applications, while premium EVE cells, active balancing and accurate shunt monitoring support reliable long-term performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBluetooth monitoring, automatic low-temperature heating, IP67 protection and Victron compatibility make it particularly well suited to high-spec campervan, motorhome, marine and off-grid solar installations. The ability to expand in series or parallel provides additional flexibility as energy requirements grow, while a 10-year warranty offers long-term reassurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor technical support or additional information, reach out to us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:hello@offgridrenewables.co.uk\"\u003ehello@offgridrenewables.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Fogstar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62028199231756,"sku":"FG-DR-12V-460AH-G2","price":882.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/5105\/2300\/files\/Fogstar_Drift_12V_460Ah_Lithium_Leisure_Battery_Gen_2.png?v=1786475010","url":"https:\/\/www.offgridrenewables.co.uk\/products\/fogstar-drift-12v-460ah-lithium-leisure-battery-gen2","provider":"Off Grid Renewables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}