StraightUp Solar battery experts introduce the latest Tesla Powerwall 3! As a certified Tesla Powerwall installer serving Illinois & Missouri, we’re excited to cover this fully integrated solar battery system customized to meet your home’s energy needs. Combine Powerwall 3 with solar panels to achieve partial or whole-home backup during outages, gain more control over your energy, and reduce your reliance on the grid—saving you money on utility bills. Take the first step toward a more resilient and innovative home!
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When the power goes out, your solar PV system is disconnected from the grid with a rapid shutdown system. This feature protects utility workers repairing the power lines. An energy storage battery disconnects from the grid too, however, the backup switch activates the energy storage and powers your appliances.
Tesla Powerwall 3 is an integrated, all-in-one system with an inverter and 13.5kWh battery storage. As of August 2024, Tesla will soon release additional storage 13.5kWh capacity modules, and later an AC coupled gateway system.
New battery technology encourages frequent use of energy storage and recharging the system. Take advantage of your solar energy stored during the day for nighttime use.
This will depend on your battery setup and energy usage during the outage. The Tesla Powerwall 3 exports electricity from the battery at a rate of 11.5KW and stores energy at a rate of 5KW. The system can capture solar energy from sunshine while powering appliances during the day in a power outage.
Download this useful resource, which breaks down some of the fundamental details you’ll need to know about batteries. We cover how batteries work, sizing your battery system, why SPAN Smart panels make a good pairing, and some FAQ’s
