Plug-In Supply Inc of Petaluma California is pleased to announce the availability of components and assemblies to build the Prius+, the plug-in conversion invented by CalCars to convert a 40+ mpg Prius into a 100+ mpg Prius Plus. The Prius+ conversion is the original and most successful non-commercial PHEV conversion for the Toyota Prius car.

Plug-In Supply products allow dealers and "Do-It-Yourselfers" to complete high-quality PHEV conversions. If you don't have a technical background, the Open Source EAA-PHEV group will help connect you with someone with high-voltage experience.

Available now, the PbA Battery Box Assembly is a complete, tested, and ready to install pack. It provides access to the spare tire and contains 20 PbA20-12 lead-acid batteries, plus all high voltage components and control electronics in a strong welded steel enclosure with plastic powder coat finish. Expect about 10 miles of EV mode range.

Battery chemistry: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) or Lead Acid (PbA).
Expected battery life: 11+ years for LiFePO4, 2 years for PbA.

System weight: 150 lb for Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) and 360 lb for Lead-Acid (PbA).
Battery Pack Mounting Location: under rear cargo deck on top of spare tire. Battery box lifts up on springs to access spare tire.
Capacity: 5kW
Voltage: 256 VDC
Charge time: 6 to 8 hours from any 110 VAC / 15A outlet.
On-board charger mounts under front seats or in cargo area.

 

The PbA Battery Box Assembly is also available without batteries.

The PbA Battery Box Only is available with mounting hardware and fans but less electronics.

Cable harness for the PbA conversion will eliminate the need for expensive cable making tools. Tested and labeled, this harness will speed your conversion.

Summary of the features of the Plug-In Supply Prius+ PHEV conversion:
Three mode operation, Normal Prius, Enhanced Prius and Electric Vehicle.
Normal Prius is stock performance. No PHEV engaged.
Enhanced Prius mode engages auxiliary battery pack to enhance the performance during normal Prius operation.
Electric Vehicle mode means gas engine does not start. To exit this mode car must be brought to a stop, turned off then restarted. Car restarts in normal Prius mode.
Range in EV mode: 16+ miles per charge. Depends on terrain and driving style.
Max speed in EV mode: 52 mph.

The following products are under development for release next year:

PSI Lithium Ion Phosphate Prius+ conversion kit, featuring the latest batteries from Phoenix Silicon International (PSI). This battery box will provide access to the spare tire and is expected to provide 16 miles of EV mode operation and last the life of the car.

Plug-In Supply is working closely with CalCars to develop these open source products to put more plug-ins on the road. Plug-In Supply will donate 5 percent of sales to CalCars.org.

 

For more information contact:
Plug-In Supply Inc
Telephone (707) 849-2422
Fax (707) 238-1541
info@pluginsupply.com