Battery Back-Up / Energy Storage Systems (BACKUP)

Tesla Powerwall, Enphase Encharge, Sunpower SunVault

Our skilled electricians and project management team have extensive experience in the installation and commissioning of Battery Back-Up and Energy Storage Systems. Our electricians are industry certified for the installation of Tesla Powerwalls, Enphase Encharge, and Sunpower SunVault systems. The ability for our team to provide these emergency power systems with the installation of a PV system, allows our customer a peace of mind that Your Home is Your Island!

Orlando Solar Battery Installation Company

Solar Battery Backups FAQ’s

What is a solar battery system?

A solar battery system is like an attachment for your solar panels energy. All the extra energy that your solar panels collect will be stored in the solar battery system.

Are solar battery backups worth it?

Definitely, and we’re not just saying that! Battery backup systems will save you money, they’re better for the environment, and they’re hassle free. If the power goes out, you won’t even notice!

How many years does a solar battery last?

This all depends on things like weather conditions, proper maintenance, usage, and the type of battery. Generally, batteries can last between 5 and 15 years.

What is the best battery backup for solar?

Lithium-ion batteries will have longer lifespans, but are more expensive. Lead-acid and saltwater batteries are a more affordable option, but they won’t last as long.

Tesla Powerwall Installation

Powerwall is an integrated battery system that stores your solar energy for backup protection, so when the grid goes down your power stays on. Your system detects outages and automatically recharges with sunlight to keep your appliances running for days. You can add additional Powerwall units to your order to further lower your carbon footprint and to prepare your home for power outages.

With a minimalist design, Powerwall complements a variety of home styles. The compact, all-in-one construction features versatile mounting options for indoor or outdoor spaces.

Learn more here https://www.tesla.com/powerwall

*Information gathered from official Tesla website

How much does a Tesla Powerwall cost?

A single unit will cost you around $11,500.

Can a Tesla Powerwall run an air conditioner?

A single powerwall alone will not be enough to power the AC. You’ll need at least two units to do this.

Tesla Powerwall Specs

-Energy Capacity
13.5 kWh*

-On-Grid Power
5.8kVA continuous

-Backup Power
10kW peak
106A LRA start
Seamless backup transition

-Size and Weight
L x W x D
45.3 in x 29.6 in x 5.75 in
251.3 lbs

-Installation
Floor or wall mounted
Indoor or outdoor
Up to 10 Powerwalls
-4°F to 122°F
Water and dust resistance

-Certifications
Meets US and International safety and EMI standards

-Warranty
10 years

Tesla Powerwall Plus Specs

-Energy Capacity
13.5 kWh*

-On-Grid Power
7.6kVA / 5.8kVA
continuous†

-Backup Power
9.6kW / 7kW
continuous†
22kW / 10kW peak†
118A max LRA start
Seamless backup transition
(†Full sun / no sun.)

-Size and Weight
L x W x D
62.8 in x 29.7 in x 6.3 in
343.9 lbs

-Inverter
Efficiency 97.5%
Maximum power point trackers: 4
Solar input

-Installation
Integrated inverter and system controller
-4°F to 122°F
Water and dust resistance

-Certifications
Meets North American safety and EMI standards

-Warranty
10 years

SunPower SunVault Battery Installation

With SunVault™ Storage, you can maintain safety and freedom inside your home, regardless of what happens outside of it, with whole home* backup.

Intelligent software monitors your solar, home energy use and utility rates to determine which power source to use—maximizing use of solar and reducing peak-time charges. Additionally, all customers receive access to SunPower’s mobile app to view their performance and manage system settings.

Learn more here https://us.sunpower.com/home-solar/solar-battery-storage

*Information gathered from official Sunpower website

Will the battery work on days when it is not sunny outside?

SunVault™ Storage is designed to charge when it is sunny and discharge when needed based on your settings. In your mobile app, you can select how much of the battery you want to use daily for cost savings and how much to reserve for an outage.

Charge with solar

As your SunPower Equinox® system produces energy, it sends the electricity you’re not using to SunVault™ Storage and/or sells it back to the grid for a credit on future electric bills.*

Decrease grid energy usage at peak times

Intelligent software monitors your solar, home energy use and utility rates to determine which power source to use—maximizing use of solar and reducing peak-time charges.

Backup Your essentials

When the power goes out, SunVault™ Storage can provide seamless backup to power your essential appliances, such as keeping the lights on or running your refrigerator.*

Enphase Encharge Battery Installation

Enphase IQ Batteries are built on a distributed architecture platform. This modular micro inverter design means you can quickly and easily expand your system, as your needs grow. Each solar backup battery includes multiple bi-directional IQ8 Microinverters to switch energy from DC to AC and back again for safe, reliable operation. So, even if one stops, we can keep the power flowing and the lights on.

Learn more herehttps://enphase.com/installers/storage

*Information gathered from official Enphase website

IQ Battery 10

-Energy Capacity
10.08 kWh*

-Power Output
5.7 kVA peak / 3.84 kVA continuous

-Dimensions
42.13″ x 26.14″ x 12.56″

-Weight
341 lbs

-Battery Chemistry
Cobalt-free lithium iron phosphate (LFP)

-10 Year limited warranty

-Mobile app control

-Power start technology

-Strom guard

-Dry contact smart switching

-Generator support

-Over-the-air updates

IQ Battery 3

-Energy Capacity
3.5 kWh

-Power Output
1.92 kVA peak / 1.28 kVA continuous

-Dimensions
14.45″ x 26.14″ x 12.56″

-Weight
114 lbs

-Battery Chemistry
Cobalt-free lithium iron phosphate (LFP)

-10 Year limited warranty

-Mobile app control

-Power start technology

-Strom guard

-Dry contact smart switching

-Generator support

-Over-the-air updates

FranklinWH

Energy Freedom: Take Control of Your Home Energy

Franklin Home Power (FHP) is a whole-home energy management system integrating solar, battery, grid and generator power sources and managing them to optimize the safety, reliability and efficiency of home energy. The FHP is designed for simplicity and is easy to install, maintain and operate.

24/7 uninterrupted power protection
12-year product warranty
Sustainable Energy

Learn more here: https://www.franklinwh.com/homeowner/

*Information gathered from official FranklinWH website

Franklin Home Power (FHP) Solution

Franklin Home Power

Manages your energy sources to intelligently support household consumption and to decrease your reliance on the grid.

aGate

An intelligent controller that integrates all power sources to maximize efficient supply and which automatically detects grid outages to seamlessly transition to backup power within 16 ms. Up to 15 aPower batteries can be connected to a single aGate.

aPower

With an all-in-one form factor, the aPower storage unit is self-contained, with battery cells, a battery management system, and an AC inverter. A single battery has a large 13.6kWh capacity with 5kW continuous power and 10kW peak power for 10s.

FranklinWH App

The FranklinWH smartphone app allows remote monitoring and management of your whole home energy management system at any time, from anywhere.

Why Choose Castaways Energy?

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION
Extraordinary reputation/ all of our reviews are five stars

SOLAR WARRANTIES
25 year warranty for solar panels, inverters, roof penetration

OUR SOLAR FAMILY
Ownership has 35+ Years of Experience & We Are State Licensed and Insured

OUR SOLAR CREDENTIALS
NABCEP Certified – Industry’s highest level of Certification

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