A welded stainless manifold that feeds coolant to a stack of Tesla Model S modules, with the barbed outlets already at module pitch. One part replaces the cluster of tees, elbows and short hoses a stacked pack would otherwise need.
Cooling a battery pack is mostly a plumbing problem. Every module needs coolant, and the usual way of getting it there is a chain of fittings and hose, each one a joint that takes time to build and can weep glycol later. This manifold does the distribution in a single welded part: the outlets are spaced to line up with stacked Model S modules, so the hoses run straight across rather than being coaxed into position. It is 304 stainless throughout, TIG welded, and it is designed to be modified rather than only used whole. Cut it down if your pack has fewer modules, or join two together if it has more.
Key specifications
| Manufacturer part | TBMM5 |
|---|---|
| Type | Coolant distribution manifold for stacked battery modules |
| Fitment | Tesla Model S modules, outlets at module pitch |
| Material | 304 grade stainless steel |
| Construction | TIG welded |
| Outlets | Barbed, for hose |
| Modification | Can be cut for fewer modules, or joined for more |
| Weight | 0.14 kg |
Features
- One welded part instead of a chain of tees and elbows, so a stacked pack has far fewer joints to build and far fewer places to weep
- Outlets already at Model S module pitch, so the hoses run straight across the stack rather than being pulled into line
- 304 stainless throughout, which lives happily with glycol coolant for the life of the pack
- Cut it shorter for a smaller pack or join two for a larger one, so one part covers most layouts
- Barbed outlets take ordinary reinforced hose and a clip, with nothing proprietary to source
Compatibility
Sized for stacked Tesla Model S modules. Most packs using these are also using module busbars to link the modules electrically and a pressure relief vent in the enclosure, which is why they usually go in the same order.
The outlets are barbed, so you will need hose and clips to suit. If you are laying out a pack and need the outlet spacing or the barb size before you commit to a hose, ask us and we will send the dimensions.
In the box
- 1 x coolant manifold
Hose, clips and the rest of the coolant loop are ordered separately.
Downloads
No datasheet is published for this part. Contact us if you need dimensions for a pack layout.