Generac is a big name in home generators, but it’s also offered a home battery for years.
Now it’s launching the second generation of that home battery with a more powerful output.
The new model announced at this year’s RE+ trade show in Anaheim, California, is thePWRcell 2.
The new battery system keeps its modular design, with capacity offerings from 9-18 kilowatt-hours per battery cabinet.
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The PWRcell 2 is expected to be available by the end of 2024.
The PWRcell 2 uses a similarmodular designto the previous PWRcell model.
Instead of one giant battery, the PWRcell system slots several small 3kWh battery modules into a cabinet.
The more modules you add to the battery cabinet, the higher yourenergy storage capacity.
One cabinet can hold up to six modules.
A more powerful battery
PWRcell 2 comes with a solid upgrade in power too.
PWRcell 2 capacity and continuous power specs
Generac also announced PWRcell MAX.
This is comparable toTesla’s Powerwall 3 battery.
The system also comes with a 10-year warranty and can be installed alongside Generac’s gas-powered generators.
PWRcell 2 is designed to integrate withEcobee smart thermostatsas well.
Generac says PWRcell 2 will be available by the end of 2024.
PWRcell MAX is expected to launch sometime in 2025.
What are the benefits of home batteries?
The biggest benefit home batteries provide is peace of mind during apower outage.
Home batteries function as an electric alternative togas-powered backup generators.
you’re able to also use home batteries to help youavoid expensive time-of-use rates.
it’s possible for you to recharge your battery via grid power when rates go back to normal.
