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SkelStart

Engine Start Module

The SkelStart Engine Start Module (ESM) is an ultracapacitor that replaces traditional batteries, offering superior starting power. Unlike batteries, which loses up to 50% capacity in cold temperatures and require frequent boosting and replacements, ESMs deliver 95% power even at -40°C.

Never boost batteries again!

Beat winter.

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Full power even at -40°C/°F

Eliminates boosting and no starts

Long 15+ year life, 1 million+ cycles

Maintenance free

Highest power density in the market

Applications
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Trucks

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Loaders

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Excavators

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Dozers

Adaptable to a range of vehicles and equipment.

No more engine start failures.
No more costly downtime.
  • Charges automatically, even from dead batteries

  • Increases battery, starter, and alternator life

  • 2x faster at starting than batteries and safer

Slash your operating costs, decrease your carbon footprint, and boost your productivity. 
 

That's progress towards your net-zero targets and a testament to your commitment to sustainable mining.

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Reliable Power in Extreme Weather

Enjoy uninterrupted starting power with the most advanced ultracapacitor technology available.

 

Say goodbye to dead batteries and hello to reliable engine starts every time.

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Benefits & Features

SkelStart eliminates boosting batteries and no starts, extending the lifespan of your starter and alternator.

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Reliable starting power at -40°C/°F and up to +65°C/+149°F. There are no weather conditions too extreme.

  • Restores balance to the 24VDC system, preventing high/low voltage or charging issues due to starting loads

  • Weight reduction: Shed the weight of traditional batteries and increase vehicle efficiency

  • Comprehensive protection: Keep accessories running off-engine without depleting starting power

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Full power even at -40°C/°F

1 Million+ Cycles

Extremely long 15+ year life.
One-time investment, get a lifespan of 1 million cycles.
6 Year Warranty.
Durable, dependable. Maintenance free.
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How It Works

SkelStart is installed between the batteries and the starter, which means the batteries are disconnected from the starter.

 

SkelStart will always provide the starting power for the engine, and the batteries will only need to provide energy for lights, air conditioning, heating, etc.

$19,556

Electric start savings

$28,256

Air start savings

$7,500

Air system maintenance savings

$55,312

Total saving per year

99

Tonnes GHG Saved

4.0

Batteries

7.2

Starters

Annual Savings

Equipment:  Komatsu 980

Fuel Efficiency:  5%

Emissions Reductions:  2%

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Specifications

SkelStart Specs

Model:

SkelStart 24V
Cold Cranking Amps (CCA)

1218 A

Maximum Peak Current (0.4 sec current)

4460 A

Peak Power

109.6 kW

Charged Full Voltage

28.2 V

Energy

35 Wh

Rated Capacitance

320 F

Individual Cell Capacitance

3200 F

Charging Current

16 A (max)

Continuous Input Voltage Range

18-30 V

Continuous Input Voltage Range with Specified Charge Time

23-30 V

Recharge time (from 0 V)

8.5 minutes

Operating Temperature

-40 ÷ +65 Deg °C

ESR IEC

1.79 mOhm

Standby current draw

<10 mA

Dimensions

328 L× 171 W × 241 H mm

Weight

8 kg

Selection Guide

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ESM243

  • 3 X 24VDC ESM Modules​

  • 3600 CCA​

  • 30L to 45L Engines​

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ESM244

  • 4 X 24VDC ESM Modules

  • 4800 CCA

  • 45L to 65L Engines

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ESM245

  • 5 X 24VDC ESM Modules

  • 6000 CCA

  • 65L to 85L Engines

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ESM244

  • 4 X 24VDC ESM Modules

  • 4800 CCA

  • 45L to 65L Engines

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