Storage Product Comparison Guide

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IQ Battery 10CS consists of two separate, individual protective cases for its 5 kWh battery units. 

 Aside from the enclosure difference, both the 10C and 10CS share the same core technical specifications and capabilities.  

The SolarEdge Home Battery is a high-performance, DC-coupled lithium-ion energy storage solution designed to integrate seamlessly with SolarEdge inverters. Because it is DC-coupled, it avoids the energy losses associated with the multiple conversions required by AC-coupled batteries, resulting in industry-leading efficiency. 

Key Features & Specs

• Capacity: Each battery unit provides 9.7 kWh of usable capacity. Systems are scalable, allowing you to stack up to three batteries per inverter for a total of 29.1 kWh.
• Performance: It offers a continuous power output of 5 kW with a peak output of 7.5 kW (for 10 seconds) to handle appliance startup loads.
• Efficiency: It boasts a 94.5% round-trip efficiency rating.
• Installation & Safety: The battery is UL9540A-certified for fire safety, allowing for flexible indoor or outdoor wall/floor mounting. Installation is streamlined via wireless communication between the battery and inverter.

Backup & Operational Modes

• Backup Power: When paired with the SolarEdge Backup Interface, the system can automatically detect grid outages and switch to providing power for essential or whole-home loads. It also supports integration with generators for extended outages.
• Rate Saver Configuration: In markets with time-of-use pricing (such as NEM 3.0 in California), the system can be configured to store solar energy during the day and discharge it during high-cost evening peak hours, helping homeowners reduce electricity bills.
• Smart Features: Features like Weather Guard can automatically prioritize charging the battery if severe weather is detected. The entire ecosystem is managed through the mySolarEdge app for real-time monitoring and control.

The Franklin Home Power system is an advanced energy management and storage solution designed to provide reliable backup power and optimized energy usage for residential properties. It is highly flexible, supporting both full-home and partial-home backup configurations. 

• High Performance: It offers an impressive continuous power output of 5 kW and a significant surge capacity of 10 kW for 10 seconds, allowing it to handle demanding loads and startup currents for appliances like HVAC units.
• Scalability: The system is modular, enabling users to stack units to reach up to 38 kWh of continuous power on a single gate, with total system capacity scaling up to 204 kWh, making it one of the most robust residential options on the market.
• Advanced Management: Beyond simple storage, it functions as a comprehensive energy management system that supports:
  
  • Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate Arbitrage: Automatically optimizing energy usage to save money.
  • Self-Consumption: Prioritizing solar energy usage.
  • Off-grid Backup: Providing power during outages.
  • Solar Surge Protection: Effectively managing energy fluctuations from solar arrays.
• Versatility: Designed to be compatible with most standard generators, allowing for extended power during prolonged grid outages.

The Franklin system is positioned as a top-tier choice for homeowners looking for high-capacity, "whole-home" energy independence and sophisticated load management.