Built specifically for the Australian outdoors, the sonnenBatterie Evo is a fully integrated AC-coupled solar power battery storage system. With it, you can enjoy clean energy throughout the day and night.
Key features of the sonnenBatterie Evo
- AC coupled: This means that the battery operates independently from the solar system. With this, it doesn’t matter what type of inverter you use. It can also be used in homes without rooftop solar panels.
- Built-in backup: The Evo has a built-in backup and can supply five kilowatts of continuous power during a blackout.
- Battery Management System: Optimised for performance, the Evo comes with a proprietary intelligent Battery Management System and sonnenInverter to support demand response programs and Virtual Power Plants (VPPs).
Specifications of the sonnenBatterie Evo
- Inverter efficiency: 94.4% peak
- On-grid pass-through: 35 A
- Applications: Time-of-use / Self-consumption / Backup
- Communication: Ethernet
- Protection class / over voltage category: I / PE conductor / III
- Degree of protection: IP 56
- Nominal backup current (continuous): 22 A
- Nominal output voltage: 230 V
- Nominal power: 5000 W
- Nominal frequency: 50 Hz
- Nominal power / 30 min peak: 5000 W / 5300 VA
- Max backup power (60 sec): 7050 VA
- Max backup power (30 mins): 5300 VA
- Max compatible PV inverter output (backup): 6 kW
sonnenBatterie Evo warranty
sonnen provides a 10-year full warranty on all their solar battery storage components.
Pros of the sonnenbatterie Evo
- AC-coupled design: The sonnenBatterie Evo’s AC-coupled design allows it to operate independently from the solar system, offering flexibility and compatibility with various inverters. This feature also makes it suitable for homes without rooftop solar panels, expanding its potential user base.
- Built-in backup: With a built-in backup capability, the Evo can provide up to five kilowatts of continuous power during blackouts. This feature ensures an uninterrupted power supply, enhancing reliability and peace of mind for users, especially in areas prone to power outages.
- Intelligent Battery Management System: Equipped with a proprietary intelligent Battery Management System and sonnenInverter, the Evo is optimised for performance. It supports demand response programs and VPPs, enhancing its efficiency and utility in managing energy consumption.
- High efficiency: The inverter efficiency of 94.4% peak ensures optimal energy conversion, maximising the utilisation of solar power and enhancing overall system performance.
- Versatile applications: The sonnenBatterie Evo is suitable for various applications, including time-of-use, self-consumption, and backup power, offering versatility to meet different energy needs and preferences.
Cons of the sonnenbatterie Evo
- Limited backup power: While the built-in backup capability is a notable feature, the Evo’s capacity to provide up to five kilowatts of continuous power during blackouts may be insufficient for some larger households or high-energy-consuming setups, potentially limiting its suitability in such scenarios.
- Communication interface: The use of Ethernet for communication may pose limitations for users who prefer or require alternative communication interfaces. Compatibility issues or connectivity challenges could arise, affecting the system’s ease of integration and operation.
- Max compatible PV inverter output: The maximum compatible PV inverter output for backup mode is limited to 6 kW. This limitation may restrict the system’s scalability for users with larger solar installations, potentially requiring additional considerations or adjustments in system configuration.
- Environmental conditions: While the sonnenBatterie Evo is designed for outdoor use with a degree of protection of IP 56, extreme environmental conditions such as severe heat, cold, or humidity could still impact its performance and longevity over time, necessitating careful installation and maintenance practices to ensure optimal operation.
The sonnenBatterie Evo stands out as a reliable and efficient solution for solar power battery storage in the Australian landscape. Its AC-coupled design offers versatility, ensuring compatibility with various inverters and enabling its use even in homes without rooftop solar panels.
With a built-in backup capability, providing up to five kilowatts of continuous power during blackouts, it offers peace of mind and reliability. The sonnenBatterie Evo emerges as a dependable choice for those seeking clean energy solutions both day and night.
