BATTERY BACKUPS
FROM OKANAGAN SOLAR

Battery Backup Systems

Forest fires, floods, severe wind events and winter storms. In a changing world these events are happening more often and becoming more severe. With our lives tied to the electrical grid more than ever before, what do you want to happen when the power goes out? Solar-powered battery backup system offers numerous benefits, making them an ever more popular investment for both residential and commercial properties.

One of the key advantages is energy independence and resilience during power outages. When the sun is shining, the solar panels generate electricity and simultaneously charge battery systems, ensuring a constant supply of clean energy even during grid disruptions. This enhanced energy security provides peace of mind for homeowners and businesses alike. Additionally, a solar battery backup system enables users to store excess energy generated during the day for use during peak demand or during the night, optimizing energy consumption and reducing utility bills.

We install high quality, low maintenance Lithium Battery products that can be used with and without a Solar System. Paired with solar panels, a battery backup system ensures you will be prepared for whatever is thrown at you with a product that recharges itself during the day to provide you power when you need it most.

There are many options when it comes to home backup power. The right choice comes down to your unique home and situation. Below are some of the products we recommend to our customers.

SolarEdge Energy

The SolarEdge Energy Hub system stands out as one of the best battery backup systems for several reasons:

All-in-one Solution: The Energy Hub integrates solar inverters, battery storage, and smart energy management in one comprehensive package. This streamlined design simplifies installation and ensures seamless compatibility between components.
Modular and Scalable: The system is designed to be modular and scalable, allowing users to start with a smaller capacity and expand the battery storage as needed. This flexibility caters to various energy demands and budget constraints.
Optimized Self-Consumption: The Energy Hub employs intelligent energy management algorithms to optimize self-consumption of solar energy. It prioritizes using solar power for household needs, reducing reliance on the grid and maximizing energy cost savings.
Backup Power Capability: During power outages or emergencies, the Energy Hub's battery backup feature ensures a continuous supply of electricity to critical loads, providing homeowners with energy security and peace of mind.

Enphase IQ Battery System

The Enphase AC Battery is a modular energy storage solution designed to work seamlessly with Enphase solar systems:

AC Battery: it uses lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery chemistry, which is known for its safety and longevity. The AC Battery is intended to provide homeowners with the ability to store excess solar energy generated during the day and use it later when the sun is not shining or during power outages. It can be easily installed and expanded, allowing homeowners to start with a smaller capacity and add more batteries as needed.
Integrated System: Enphase's battery systems are designed to integrate with their microinverter technology, creating a unified energy ecosystem. This integration enables advanced energy management and optimization, ensuring that solar energy is efficiently harvested, stored, and used.
Backup Power: One of the key features of Enphase battery systems is their ability to provide backup power during grid outages. When the grid goes down, the batteries can automatically provide power to essential appliances and systems in the home, helping to ensure continuity of electricity supply.
Monitoring and Control: Enphase provides an online monitoring and control platform called "Enlighten," which allows users to track their solar production, energy consumption, and battery status in real-time. This platform provides insights into how energy is being generated, stored, and used, helping users make informed decisions about their energy usage.
Safety and Durability: Enphase battery systems are designed with safety and durability in mind. The LiFePO4 chemistry used in their batteries is considered to be safer and longer-lasting compared to some other battery chemistries. Additionally, Enphase implements thermal management and other safety features to ensure reliable operation.
Grid Services: Enphase's energy storage systems are also designed to provide grid services, such as demand response and frequency regulation. These capabilities enable Enphase customers to participate in grid-level energy management programs and potentially earn incentives for supporting grid stability.

Solis S6 Hybrid Inverter and Battery

The Solis S6 Hybrid Inverter is a versatile inverter designed for residential solar energy storage systems. Here’s a quick overview:

Hybrid Functionality: The S6 is a hybrid inverter, meaning it can manage both solar generation and battery storage, allowing for seamless switching between grid, solar, and battery power. This maximizes energy use and minimizes reliance on the grid, especially during peak periods or outages.
Battery Compatibility: It supports high-voltage batteries, including popular brands and models, allowing flexibility in battery selection. The inverter is also capable of expanding energy storage capacity for future needs.
Efficiency and Power Output: With efficiency rates up to 98%, the S6 is designed to optimize energy use. It offers several power rating options, typically ranging from 5 kW to 15 kW, making it suitable for various residential demands.
Smart Energy Management: The inverter has intelligent energy management features, such as time-of-use shifting, which stores excess solar energy for use during peak demand hours. It can also monitor and report energy production and usage via a smartphone app or web portal.
Reliability and Safety: Built with an IP65-rated enclosure, the S6 inverter is resistant to dust and water, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor installations. It also includes advanced protection mechanisms, including anti-islanding protection, overload protection, and temperature management.
Backup Power: The S6 supports automatic switching to backup mode during grid outages, providing essential power to designated loads, although this function depends on the battery configuration.

The Solis S6 Hybrid Inverter is a solid choice for homeowners looking to integrate solar power with energy storage, providing flexibility, high efficiency, and reliable backup power.