What is solar battery storage?

Step 1: Energy Conversion.

You might have heard the term PV panels, this stands for photovoltaic panels. PV panels convert sunlight into direct current (DC) which is a term used to describe electricity which flows in one continuous direction (which is great, we don’t want to try and send energy back to the sun after all).

This conversion happens when particles of light (photons) hit the solar panels and dislodge electrons from the atoms within the panels. This then creates an electrical current.

Step 2: Inverter

Because the DC electricity produced by the solar panels is not suitable for most household appliances, this needs to be converted into alternating current (AC) electricity. To do this, an inverter is used which causes the DC to reverse its direction up to 60 times a second at regular intervals which then creates AC.

Just like that, the energy from the sun is being converted into electricity to boil your kettle and make that perfect cup of tea. It’s at this stage where you can choose to give away your excess electricity to the grid or to use a solar battery storage system to store the electricity to make another cup of tea when the sun isn’t shining as brightly.

Step 4: Battery Discharge

Sometimes, the electricity generated by your solar panels might not be enough for what you need; typically on very rainy days or overnight. However, if you charge your battery with your excess electricity, then it can discharge the stored chemical energy which can be converted back into electricity. So no matter how miserable it is outside, you can still make a cup of tea (thank goodness).

Step 5: Battery Management System

A battery management system (BMS) is a crucial component of any solar battery storage system. It monitors and controls the charging and discharging of the solar battery to ensure that it is always operating within safe limits.

The BMS also works to protect the battery from any potential issues like overcharging, over-discharging, short-circuiting and overheating. All of which could be dangerous and will certainly impact the lifespan of your battery.

Not only will the BMS keep you and your solar battery safe, it can also provide valuable information on the battery’s state of charge, capacity and overall health which gives you more information to make decisions about your energy usage.

libbi has been designed to integrate seamlessly with other myenergi products such as the zappi electric vehicle charger and the eddi energy diverter. You can maximise the benefits of your solar energy system by storing excess power and then diverting it to charge your eclectric vehicle, heat your water or other appliances when needed.

With an intelligent battery management system, the libbi always operates at peak efficiency and has a prolonged lifespan. The system provides real-time monitoring which allows you to track your energy usage, battery charge and solar production all from the myenergi app. Giving you all the information you need to make informed decisions about your energy consumption.

As well as its superior performance, the libbi solar battery storage system is designed with sustainability in mind. The libbi utilises lithium iron phosphate batteries which are known for not only their long life cycles, but also high energy density and excellent safety records.

Thanks to its modular design, the libbi system offers you the chance to upgrade your solar battery capacity as your energy needs evolve. Preventing waste and ensuring that you always have the exact right amount of storage for your needs.