Offgridtec® SolarFlow 2.88 kWh storage tank 860w hms-800w-2t balcony power station with Schuko connection - 5m connection cable - balcony railing installation set

This balcony power plant complete system from Offgridtec includes, in addition to the two bifacial 430W Luxen Solar Full Black modules, the matching and compact micro-inverter HMS-800W-2T from Hoymiles. Furthermore, the system includes 2-4x AB1000S supplementary batteries, each with a capacity of 960Wh and extensive protection features, as well as a PV Power Hub as an interface from Zendure. To connect the entire system together, a 5m connection cable is included, which is very easy to install thanks to the plug-and-play principle. You can use everything easily for mounting on the balcony railing or roof, as all required components are included in the package. For individual mounting options for the modules, our support is here to assist you.

The balcony power plant complete system includes:

• 2x Luxen Solar 430W N5 Mono Bifacial Full Black Solar Module
• 1x Hoymiles HMS-800W-2T Micro Inverter
• 2-4x Zendure SolarFlow AB1000S Expansion Battery (Selectable)
• 1x Zendure SolarFlow Smart PV Hub 1200W MPPT
• 1x Hoymiles HMS Connection Cable Field Connector Plug & Play (5m)
• Optional: Mounting package for Balcony Railing – Flat Roof – Biberschwanz Roof – Tile Roof – Wave Eternit and Metal Roof (The relevant kits include 1.20m long profile rails suitable for the balcony power plant)

How does a balcony power plant work?

The inverter should ideally be mounted directly on the support structure of the solar module and connected to the solar connector at the solar module. With the 5m connection cable, the system is connected and routed directly to the appropriate power outlet. To use the generated solar power in the home electrical network, no special settings are required. If power from local sources is already available, household devices use this first and supplement it with grid power if needed. This set therefore offers you an excellent opportunity to generate part of your household electricity yourself and thereby significantly reduce your overall electricity expenses. The battery allows for efficient energy storage, ensuring the use of solar power even during low sunlight or at night.

The bifacial Luxen Solar 430W Full Black Solar Module

The monocrystalline and bifacial 430W Full Black solar module from the N5 Series from Luxen Solar (MPN LNVB-430ND) impresses with a combination of various technologies, such as N-TOPCon cell technology and a 108 half-cell layout. Additionally, the SMBB Half-Cut cell technology has been applied during production to enhance performance. This state-of-the-art solar module represents the pinnacle of solar technology by offering impressive performance output and low energy generation costs.

• N-TOPCon cell technology
• SMBB Half-Cut cell technology
• Low BOS & LCOE
• Bifacial cell module technology
• Excellent Anti-PID and Low LID performance
• 3 bypass diodes
• 30 years performance warranty and 15 years product warranty
• High cell efficiency of over 22%

Technical Data

• Maximum power: 430W
• Module Voltage (Vmp): 32.04V
• Max. Current (Imp): 13.42A
• Open-circuit voltage (Voc): 38.96V
• Short-circuit current (Isc): 14.13A
• Module efficiency: 22.02%
• Dimensions: 1722 x 1134 x 30 mm
• Operating temperature range: -40°C to +85°C
• Cells: 108 (6x18)
• Protection class IP68
• Max. operating voltage: 1500V DC
• Weight: 23.5kg

HMS-800W-2T Micro Inverter with Integrated WiFi

The HMS-800W-2T (MPN: HMS-800W-2T) from Hoymiles is the perfect micro-inverter for a balcony power plant. In addition to the integrated WiFi module of industrial+ quality mentioned here, this compact lightweight (only 3.2kg) is excellently suited for solar power production with up to two solar panels with power ratings of 320 to 540+W each. Like all other micro-inverters from Hoymiles, it is designed for long operating hours and a wide range of PV modules thanks to its very low starting voltage (only 22V) and extremely wide DC input voltage range (16-60V).

Features

• Integrated WiFi module
• Minimizes the effects of shading, dust, or aging through MPPT
• High-quality energy production with high MPPT accuracy
• Optimal system reliability
• Peak efficiency of 96.7%
• 12 years product warranty
• High safety through integrated protection functions
• Easy installation
• Long lifespan
• Complies with VDE-AR-N 4105: 2018, EN 50549-1: 2019, VFR 2019, IEC/EN 62109-1/-2, IEC/EN 61000-6-1/-2/-3/-4, IEC/EN 61000-3-2/-3

Two MPP Trackers for Optimal Solar Yields

With the Maximum Power Point Tracker technology, the best possible yield of a solar system is generated. The MPPT determines the optimal relationship between irradiance, module temperature, and solar cell type throughout the day. With the two MPP trackers in the HMS-800W-2T, the optimal operating points for the two PV strings can be optimized separately. The two trackers operate independently; for example, shading on one string would not affect the second.

Technical Data

• Recommended module power: up to 320W - 540+W (each module)
• MPPT voltage range: 16-60V
• Turn-on voltage: 22V
• Maximum input voltage: 65V
• Maximum input current: 2*14A
• Maximum input short-circuit current: 2*25A
• Rated output power: 800VA
• Rated output current: 3.48A
• Rated output voltage/range: 230V / 180-275V
• CEC peak efficiency: 96.70%
• Ambient temperature range: -40 - +65°C
• Storage temperature range: -40°C - +85°C
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 261 x 180 x 35.1 mm
• Weight: 3.2kg
• Housing rating: IP67
• Number of MPP trackers: 2

AB1000S Expansion Battery

The AB1000S from Zendure is a next-generation LiFePO4 expansion battery that stores excess energy generated by your balcony power plant. You can expect a wide range of new technologies and protection features.

Key Features

• Industry-first aerosol fire suppression system
• Anti-thermal runaway technology
• Intelligent AC overcharge protection
• Battery balancing technology
• Automatic self-heating function
• Unibody aluminum die-cast housing - IP65
• Advanced battery management system
• Overall capacity of 3,840Wh possible (modular expansion)
• Monitoring and control via app possible
• TÜV Rheinland, CE, EMC² certified

All Technologies at a Glance

Aerosol fire suppression system: Prevents the outbreak of flames in the battery without producing harmful gases. With this advanced technology, you can fully rely on the safety and protection of your solar system.
Anti-thermal runaway technology: The AB1000S ensures at all times that your energy storage system maintains optimal temperature. This prevents accidents due to overheating and fires.
Intelligent AC overcharge protection: When sunlight is insufficient, the system automatically switches to grid power. This smooth transition prevents over-discharging and ensures that your batteries last longer.
Battery balancing technology: It prioritizes charging battery cells with low capacity, prevents both over-discharging and overcharging, and ensures balanced charging and discharging of all cells.
Automatic self-heating function: Powerful and robust even in extreme cold. The system uses solar energy to heat the storage at low temperatures so that it can be charged without issues.

Technical Data

• Max. output power: 1200W
• Max. input power: 960W
• Max. input current per connection: 16.6A
• Rated output current: 25A
• Capacity: 960Wh / 48V
• Max. expansion capacity: 4 x 960Wh = 3840Wh
• Charging temperature discharging: 0°C - +55°C
• Temperature range: -20°C - +60°C
• Automatic self-heating function: -20°C - 0°C
• 3000 cycles (DOD ≥ 80%)
• 6000 cycles (DOD ≥ 70%)
• Protection class: IP65
• Weight: 11.5 kg
• Dimensions: 350 x 200 x 186.5 mm

Smart PV Hub

The Smart PV Hub from Zendure (MPN ZDSPVH1200) is the interface between your balcony power plant and the LiFePO4 storage of the SolarFlow system. With SolarFlow, Zendure presents one of the first opportunities to connect a balcony power plant with a storage option. The energy obtained is stored in batteries after supplying consumers, making it usable at night or during periods of low sunshine.

Key Features

• Dual MPPT PV input – 400W per tracker
• IP65 waterproof protection
• Monitoring and control via app possible
• 10 years manufacturer's warranty
• Easy integration
• TÜV Rheinland certified (ID 1111272000)
• Waterproof protection

Technical Data PV-PowerHub

• Recommended input power PV modules: 210-550W (per tracker)
• DC input voltage: 16 - 60V
• Max. DC short-circuit current: 14.3 A
• Number of MPP trackers: 2
• Max. input current: 25 A
• Nominal voltage: 48 V
• Protection class; IP65
• Communication: Bluetooth, 2.4 GHz WLAN
• Weight: 4.7 kg
• Dimensions: 363 x 246 x 64 mm

Optional Mounting Systems

The Offgridtec balcony power plants are available either with or without mounting sets. Available mounting sets for:

• Balcony railing: with matching C-hooks
• Flat roof: tilt angle 10° - 60°
• Biberschwanz roof: with biberschwanz roof hooks
• Tile roof: with 3-way adjustable roof hooks
• Wave Eternit and metal roof: with stainless steel stock screw

Balcony Power Plants in Germany

Currently, there is no law or regulation in Germany governing the generation of solar power for purely private consumption. The limit of a maximum of 600W AC PV power is a reserve value that, according to the current VDE standard, can be fed into an existing socket circuit of a house without overloading it. No specific regulations are mentioned for independent circuits without additional load.
Every electrical installation should be carried out in compliance with VDE regulations. However, operating a balcony power plant via the usual Schuko socket is not fundamentally prohibited. Reporting to the Federal Network Agency is mandatory. However, no cases of penalties for non-reporting of balcony power plants are known, nor are there unresolvable problems with network operators. Compliance with and implementation of standards and obligations lies with the system operator. Many technical and legal pieces of information can already be found on relevant websites.