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Battery Storage
Add a battery, unlock the full potential of your solar.
Smarter Solar With Battery Storage
Looking for backup, savings or more control? A battery like Tesla or BYD stores your solar and keeps you powered. We’ll design a setup that works for how you use energy.
Why Add A Battery?
Save More
Buy power when it’s cheap, use your solar when it’s not, and sell what you don’t need. A battery helps reduce your bills and get the most value from your system.
Keep The Lights On
When the grid goes down, your battery kicks in. Stay powered through outages, blackouts, and storms – no candles or cold dinners required.
Use Your Own Power
Run your home on the solar you’ve generated. A battery gives you more independence, resilience, and control over your energy – day and night.
Power
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Energy Capacity: 13.5kWh
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Max Continuous Output: Up to 11.04kWh
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Max Charge Power: 5kW
Installation
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Scalable: up to 3x Expansion packs and 4x Powerwall 3
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AC or DC Coupled: Stand alone or compatible with existing system
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Operate at: -20°C to 50°C
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Weight: 130kg
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Mounting Options: Floor or wall mount
Features
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Charge From The Grid: Take advantage of cheap power during off peak
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Smart Technology: Wireless updates continually improve your Tesla Powerwall’s performances
Warranty
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10 Year Warranty | Guaranteed 70% capacity after a decade
Inverter
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Built-In Solar Inverter: Solar-to-grid efficiency 97.5%, 3 solar inputs with Maximum Power Point Trackers
Power
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Energy Capacity: 5.1-22.1kWh
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Max Continuous Output: Determined by either the inverter or by the number of battery modules
Installation
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Scalable: Up to 8 modules per battery box
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DC Coupled: Partners with Fronius Inverters
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Operate at: -10°C to 50°C
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Weight: 90-320kgs
Features
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Flexibility: Range of options in high and low voltage, single phase and three phase
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Charge from the grid: Take advantage of cheap power during off peak
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Scalability: Battery units can stack. Start small and add as you need.
Warranty
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Warranty: 10 years or until the battery reaches its Minimum Throughput Energy – whichever happens first.
Read More About Batteries
Here are some other articles you might find interesting.
Are Batteries Worthwhile With Solar?
Batteries are a great partner to a solar energy system. They can store excess energy produced by your solar system and also provide back up power during an outage.
Solar And Batteries For New Builds
Building a new home? Here’s what to consider when planning for solar—from pre-wiring and roof design to battery readiness and passive house considerations.
Why Powerwall Battery Cells Are A Game-Changer For Home Energy Storage
Why do Powerwall battery cells matter? We break down the shift from NMC to LFP in Powerwall 3 and what it means for safety, lifespan, and home energy storage.
How Much Can Solar Really Save You? | Solar And Battery Or Solar Only Explained
Wondering about the financial return from solar? See real examples of savings, how self-consumption makes a difference, and when batteries pay off.
Common Questions About Battery Storage
Find some useful answers to battery questions.
Is It Worth Installing A Battery?
Yes, around 75% of our customers opt for a battery. Battery storage will make you more self-sufficient, protect you from power outages and maximise your financial savings. Read more about the benefits of battery storage here.
Can A Battery Be Retrofitted To My Solar System Later?
Yes, a battery can be retrofitted to a solar system. However, installing a battery at the same time usually costs less in the long run. This is particularly true for Tesla Powerwall 3, which comes with an inbuilt inverter.
Can I Have A Battery Without Solar Panels?
Yes, a battery only system can be used on a variable retail plan to store energy from the grid when it is cheap, for use during peak pricing times. However, you miss out on the major benefit of free solar power.
Is The Tesla Powerwall 3 Battery Available In NZ?
Yes, we are Powerwall Premium Certified Installers and Tesla Powerwall 3 was launched in 2024. Read more about it here.
Can I Add A Powerwall 3 To My Powerwall 2?
No, Powerwall 3 is not currently compatible with Powerwall 2. Learn more about it here.
Start Your Solar And Battery Journey
Whether you're just getting started or ready to go solar with storage, we’ll design a system that fits your goals, your home, and your power use. Let’s chat.
