Nissan LEAF Module Gen 1 Details
Module Description:
The Nissan LEAF module contains 4x Lithium LMO pouch cells. It has a 2s2p configuration, so the middle terminal connects between the series cells.
- Model: Nissan Leaf 2011
- Original Application: EV
- Chemistry: LMO
- Manufacturer: Nissan/Mitsubishi
- Production Year: 2011
- Cell OEM: AESC
- Nominal Voltage: 7.3 V
- Form Factor: Module
- Nameplate Capacity: 66.67 Ah (0.5 kWh)
Building a Battery with Nissan LEAF Modules
If you're using Nissan LEAF modules in a DIY battery, you'll need the right hardware to safely connect and compress the cells. In most builds, I recommend using a complete busbar kit—it saves time and avoids mismatched connections.
Tip: Most builds use terminal busbars for series connections and center tap busbars for accessing the midpoint between cells.
Common Configurations
Each module is ~7.3V nominal. Combine in series for common system voltages:
- 48V system: 7 modules → ~51V
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24V system: 3–4 modules → ~22–29V
Note: 4 modules can be high for some 24V inverters at full charge. -
EV packs:
- 48 modules → ~360–400V (stock Leaf)
- 54–60 modules → 400V+ (custom builds)
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Other systems:
- 12–16 modules → 96–120V (motorcycles, boats, small EVs)
This makes LEAF modules a flexible option for off-grid solar and energy storage systems.
Voltage and Current Details
| Cell Nominal Voltage | 3.65 V nom |
| Cell Voltage Range | 3 ~ 4.15 V |
| Recommended Voltage Cut-off (High) | 4.000 V |
| Recommended Voltage Cut-off (Low) | 3.300 V |
| Original Ah Capacity | 66.20 Ah |
| Typical Aftermarket SOH | 65% |
| Usable Ah Capacity | 43.03 Ah |
| Module Nominal Voltage | 51.2 V nom |
Hardware Details
| Connection | Torque Requirements | |
| Main Terminals | M6 | 5.5±1.0 Nm |
| Center Tap | M4 | 1.2±0.24 Nm |
Module Dimensions
| Length | 11.93 inches / 303 mm |
| Width | 8.78 inches / 223 mm |
| Height | 1.38 inches / 35 mm |
| Weight | 8.38 lbs / 3.8 kg |
