Tesla announced that it will begin selling a home battery, the Powerwall, to store and the distribute electricity in consumer homes. The Powerwall Home Battery line is made by Tesla’s new division, Tesla Energy (see the press kit). When the products ship, late in the summer, there will be two versions: A 7 kilowatt-hour model for $3,000, and a 10kWh model for $3,500. (Prices don’t include installation.) There will also be versions scaled for businesses.
Technology
Wall mounted, rechargeable lithium ion battery with liquid thermal control.
Models
Models
10 kWh $3,500
- For backup applications
7 kWh $3,000 -
For daily cycle applications
Warranty
Ten year warranty with an optional ten year extension.
Efficiency
92% round-trip DC efficiency
Power
2.0 kW continuous, 3.3 kW peak
Voltage
350 – 450 volts
Current
5 amp nominal, 8.5 amp peak output
Compatibility
Single phase and three phase utility grid compatible.
Operating Temperature
-4°F to 110°F / -20°C to 43°C
Enclosure
Rated for indoor and outdoor installation.
Installation
Requires installation by a trained electrician. AC-DC inverter not included.
Weight
Weight
220 lbs / 100 kg
Dimensions
52.1" x 33.9" x 7.1"
130 cm x 86 cm x 18 cm
Certifications
UL listed
Update 4/5/15 - Looks like Tesla Powerwall is a good deal
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