Solar Anchored Balcony System: Complimentary Solar Panels - Worth purchasing in bundles instead of individually?
In the growing market of renewable energy solutions, the Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 Pro stands out as a durable, flexible, and user-friendly energy storage system suitable for balcony or small home solar setups in Germany.
This compact battery storage system, offered by retailers such as Small Power Plant, boasts a standard battery capacity of 1.6 kWh, expandable up to 9.6 kWh with additional batteries. The battery type is LiFePO4, known for its long cycle life of approximately 6000 cycles.
The system supports charging from solar panels or the grid, with smart features like consumption monitoring and control via a mobile app. It also supports fast charging and high energy harvest due to its versatile input options. The system is equipped with two built-in MPPT solar controllers (600W each) and an additional 800W AC-coupled input, allowing for a total solar input of up to 2000W.
The robust housing of the Solarbank 2 Pro is IP65 rated, making it dust and water resistant, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. It can operate from -20°C to 55°C with built-in heating, ensuring reliable performance in various weather conditions.
Connectivity and control are seamless with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled, and the Anker App allowing real-time monitoring and control. The installation process is plug-and-play, designed for easy installation without professional help. The system comes with a 10-year warranty.
The dimensions and weight of the Solarbank 2 Pro are 460 x 249 x 254 mm, and 22 kg, making it a space-saving solution for homes and balconies.
Although no direct price is listed for the Solarbank 2 Pro by Small Power Plant, similar Anker SOLIX systems such as the Solarbank 3 Pro are priced around €1,359 including VAT in Germany. Given its advanced features, the Solarbank 2 Pro would be expected to cost somewhat less but close to this range.
With the increasing efficiency of roof-mounted power plants and the ease of registering a rooftop power plant due to new legal regulations, the Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 Pro is an attractive option for those looking to harness solar energy in their homes.
Sources: [1] Small Power Plant website [2] Various local suppliers' websites in Germany
- The renewable-energy industry has seen significant growth, with solutions like the Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 Pro gaining popularity.
- This compact battery storage system from Anker, available at Small Power Plant, has a standard battery capacity of 1.6 kWh, expandable up to 9.6 kWh.
- The system's LiFePO4 battery type offers a long cycle life of approximately 6,000 cycles, making it a sustainable choice for energy storage.
- The Solarbank 2 Pro supports charging from solar panels or the grid and offers smart features like consumption monitoring and control via a mobile app.
- With its robust housing and IP65 rating, this smart home-device is dust and water resistant, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
- Small businesses in the home-and-garden sector, such as Small Power Plant, offer the Solarbank 2 Pro, which comes with a 10-year warranty and a price range expected to be similar to the Solarbank 3 Pro (around €1,359).
- Given the advent of efficient roof-mounted power plants and new legal regulations making it easier to register a rooftop power plant, the Anker SOLIX Solarbank 2 Pro is an attractive option for personal-finance-conscious consumers looking to incorporate more sustainable-living gadgets into their lifestyle.
