How LYTH Managed the 8,000-Unit CALB L173F163 Shipment to Romania
Introduction: Fulfilling a project of 8,000 prismatic cells is a test of a supplier’s technical depth and operational discipline. Recently, LYTH successfully navigated the complex quality control and logistical requirements for a massive delivery of CALB L173F163 (163Ah) LFP cells to a strategic partner in Romania. This shipment represents over 5MWh of energy storage capacity, destined to stabilize industrial power grids in the region.
The Engineering Behind the Shipment: For a project of this magnitude, “buying and shipping” is not enough. To ensure the performance of the final battery strings, LYTH implemented a rigorous Consistency Matching Protocol before the cells left our facility:
Massive Data Grading: Each of the 8,000 CALB cells underwent high-precision OCV (Open Circuit Voltage) and IR (Internal Resistance) testing. Our engineers grouped these cells into specific “Voltage Bands” to ensure that once integrated into the Romanian project, the cells would achieve optimal balancing.
Grade B Optimization: By leveraging our deep relationship with CALB, we selected a batch of L173F163 Grade B cells that exhibit exceptionally stable discharge curves, providing our client with a Tier-1 performance profile at a highly competitive project cost.
Zero-Damage Packaging Strategy: Shipping 8,000 cells to Eastern Europe involves multiple handling points. LYTH utilized specialized Heavy-Duty Export Crating, featuring:
Individual cell cell-to-cell insulation to prevent terminal friction.
Full-pallet vacuum wrapping to prevent oxidation during the sea voyage.
Reinforced base structures to handle the massive 200kg+ pallet weights safely.
Operational Reliability: “A shipment of 8,000 cells is an exercise in precision,” noted LYTH’s Operations Director. “From verifying the QR code traceability on every single CALB cell to coordinating the Class 9 Dangerous Goods documentation for Romanian customs, our team ensures that ‘Big Data’ and ‘Big Logistics’ work in perfect harmony.”
Market Impact in Romania: This delivery marks one of our largest single-client shipments to Romania this year. As the Eastern European market shifts toward decentralized energy storage, LYTH is positioning itself as the most reliable technical partner for integrators who cannot afford downtime due to poor cell consistency or shipping delays.
