EnergyBridge: Solar Backup Power and Grid Tie
Keep your lights on during the storm...
Sometimes we can't rely on the utility company to keep our lights on. Wouldn't it be nice if you could take control of the power in your home? When bad weather comes the EnergyBridge will eliminate your worries of losing power. You can silently and safely run those critical loads like your lights, refrigerator, computer, and other essentials. The best part is that the sun recharges your batteries the next day providing a continuous source of power. Our system is less expensive to buy than traditional battery backup and is more powerful than similar sized generators. When power finally comes back on the EnergyBridge continues to work, charging its batteries and even selling the excess power back to the power company.
The EnergyBridge is a hybrid inverter for photovoltaic PV installations where AC is present (Grid-tie) or can be used to provide backup power wherever AC is needed (Off-grid). Use our inverter with solar panels, batteries, fuel-cell, wind or even hydro. Our simple installation allows any user to connect solar and solar backup to their home or business.
Owners manual (updated March 2013) ASI-1000 grid-tie information applies to EnergyBridge
EnergyBridge Installation Manual
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Features
- Automatic Transfer Switch will provide a seamless transition from on-grid to off-grid and vice versa.
- The EnergyBridge features automatic battery detection for either 24V and 48V batteries with autoshut-off on low battery.
- Inverter Technology: True sine-wave, current- source, high frequency PWM
- AC Output Voltage: 106 - 132 (120V)
- Dimensions: 12.68 x 12.60 x 7.09 in (322 x 320 x 180 mm)
- Weight: 12 lbs (5.5 kg)
- Maximum DC Input Voltage: 80V DC
- Compliance: This unit is built on the same platform as our UL compliant Inverter. The software was slightly modified to give this unit backup power capabilities.
- Maximum Array Input Power: 1000W
- Maximum AC Output Pwr (Grid Tie): 1000W
- Maximum AC Output Pwr (Inverting): 2000W (peak 10s)
- Peak Inverter Efficiency: 88 %
- Cooling: Automatic fan with intelligent power control
- Maximum AC Output Current: 12A AC
- Maximum DC Input Current: 50A DC
- Power Consumption: 0.5W nighttime, < 4W standby
Why Athena Energy?
Because you want quality. Athena Energy's products are manufactured in the USA and Caribbean.
FAQs (please refer to the EnergyBridge install manual for additional advice)
Q: Does this system include batteries or PV cells?
A: No, this kit comes with the EnergyBridge inverter, an automatic transfer switch, and a user's manual. However you can always call or email us to ask questions about what equipment you need for your system.
Q: How many batteries do I need, and what specifications should they meet?
A: For backup you need a minimum of 24 Volts worth of batteries. This means you can use two 12 volt 85Ah(amp-hour) lead acid batteries in series to give you 24 Volts. For longer lasting batteries we recommend AGM batteries. If you want longer energy storage you can use four 12 Volt batteries in series giving you a total of 48 Volts. This allows maximum energy harvest of your solar panels.
Q: How many PV (solar) panels do I need, and what specifications should they meet?
A: If you have a 24 Volt battery system, we recommend getting solar panels that are often classified as "12 volt" panels. Your array should be in the 100-500 Watt range. For example you could purchase two 200 Watt solar panels giving you 400 Watts. For 48 Volt battery systems you will need "24 volt class" solar panels. Your array can be anywhere from 100-900 Watts of solar panels. This means you could purchase four 200 Watt solar panels. Simply put, the difference between the 24 Volt system and the 48 Volt system is that your power capabilities double.