We recently installed a Solar and Battery system in Como for our customer, Stephen. The 8.8kW of Canadian Solar panels are connected to a 5kW Sungrow Hybrid inverter and 6.4kWh Sungrow battery.
A 6.4kWh battery may not always last the entire night. However, with the help of West-facing panels, it provides enough energy to cover the afternoon & evening loads.
After 9pm, if the battery becomes depleted, Stephen continues to achieve savings on the low-cost overnight ‘Off-Peak’ rate.
Stephen’s plan is to monitor the system for the next 6 – 12 months, then increase the battery size with an appropriate number of extra battery modules.
Solar and Battery Install - COMO
| Size of Solar System | 8.8 kW |
| Size of Battery | 6.4 kWh |
| Battery Backup | Yes |
| Energy Output Per Year | 12,700 kWh |
| Estimated Savings Per Year | $1,800 – $4,000 |
| Price Range | $13,600 – $16,700 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will a 6.4kWh battery last all night?
The 6.4kWh battery is the smallest Sungrow Battery size and may not always last the entire night. However, with west-facing panels, it provides enough energy to cover afternoon and evening loads. After 9pm, if the battery becomes depleted, you can still achieve savings on the low-cost overnight Off-Peak rate.
How much solar power and battery storage does the Como system have?
The system has 8.8kW of Canadian Solar panels connected to a 5kW Sungrow Hybrid inverter and 6.4kWh Sungrow battery.
How much energy will the system produce and how much could I save?
The system is expected to produce 12,700 kWh per year with estimated savings of $1,800 to $4,000 per year.
Can the battery be upgraded later?
Yes, the plan is to monitor the system for the next 6 to 12 months, then increase the battery size with an appropriate number of extra battery modules.
