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Real customer build · Commercial vehicle

45Ah SCiB LTO Bank with DC-to-DC Charging in a Garbage Truck

This working garbage truck uses an Evolution Lithium 45Ah SCiB LTO bank built from 3Ah Toshiba cells, supported by a dedicated DC-to-DC charging setup for controlled charging during commercial vehicle operation.

Garbage truck used in the 45Ah SCiB LTO customer build
Build at a glance

The Garbage Truck Electrical Setup

VehicleWorking garbage truck
Battery45Ah Evolution Lithium SCiB LTO bank
CellsGenuine 3Ah Toshiba SCiB cells
ChargingDedicated DC-to-DC charger
ApplicationCommercial-vehicle electrical support
Preferred charge rangeApproximately 15.6–15.9V
Inside the installation

45Ah SCiB Bank and High-Current Hardware

These installation photos show the 45Ah SCiB bank and the associated high-current hardware inside the truck.

Why this bank

Built for Real-World Vehicle Electrical Support

This is not an SPL car — it is a working truck that needs dependable electrical support day after day. The 45Ah SCiB bank and dedicated DC-to-DC charger are matched to the vehicle so the bank can be charged properly while the truck is being used.

The 3Ah Toshiba SCiB cells are rated at 40C continuous discharge, giving this 45Ah bank 1,800A of continuous discharge capability. The important part is not chasing a big number; it is having a bank, charging setup, cable sizing and protection that suit the actual vehicle.

That is what makes SCiB useful outside of car audio too: fast charging, strong current delivery and a setup built around how the vehicle is really used.

The battery used

Shop the 45Ah SCiB Bank

Evolution Lithium SCiB LTO battery banks built with 3Ah Toshiba cells

45Ah SCiB LTO Battery Bank

Built with genuine 3Ah Toshiba SCiB cells, this finished 6S bank delivers fast current recovery and stable voltage for demanding vehicle electrical systems.

Recommended charging between 15.6–15.9V.

Planning a similar installation?

Start with the Vehicle and Charging System

Tell us what vehicle you have, the gear you are running and how it is charged. We’ll help you choose the right SCiB bank and charging setup for the job.