ALM ® 12V7 s-Series User’s Guide406014-02EN, Rev. 05 © 2016 NEC Energy Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved. Page 47 of 49This document contains the proprietary information of NEC Energy Solutions, Inc. (“NECES”) and may not be modified,reproduced, retransmitted or redistributed, either in whole or in part, for any reason without NECES’ prior written consent.Appendix BAppendix B: Acronyms and TerminologyAcronyms and TerminologyThe following table lists and describes acronyms and terms used in this guide.Term/Acronym DescriptionAh Amp-Hour is a unit of measure of charge that can be stored or delivered to/from a battery.BatteryOne or more cells which are electrically connected together by permanent means, including case,terminals and markings. Also, the ALM 12V7 s-Series battery.BMSBattery Management System – The Battery Management System refers to the collection of electronicsresponsible for monitoring and controlling an ESS. The ALM 12V7s HP does not require an external BMS(See Battery Configuration Options on page 16).BOL Beginning of Life – at the time the product was first assembled at the factory.CC Constant Current – A method to charge or discharge a battery in which the current is held constantindependent of the battery’s terminal voltage.CE Conformité Européenne, meaning “European Conformity”- Tests and Certifies safe and compliant productoperation in Europe.Cell The individual A123 Systems ANR26650M1B cell is the basis for the ALM 12V7 s-Series battery.CFET Charge control FETC-Rate An electrical current value corresponding to that which will fully charge or discharge a battery in one hour.CV Constant Voltage – A method to charge a battery in which the terminal voltage is held constant, and thecurrent is determined by the power path impedance or some active current limiting.CV2/2 Formula for Energy stored in capacitanceDFET Discharge control FETDOD Depth of Discharge