From the owner’s perspective, the new system is very tidy and the MATE3 home screen offers information they want at a glance. Also, the intuitive function of the MATE3 allows for easy navigation should it be needed.
Challenge
- Remote private island had no mains power available
- Existing off-grid system had been outgrown and was starting to fail
- Batteries were at end of service life with some failed cells
- Solar arrays were of various ages and system had experienced numerous generator failures
Solution
- Replace old arrays with new PV arrays
- Install an OutBack FPA3 (48V, 9kW system), Juice lithium battery bank and new generator
- Tidy up existing AC distribution board and cabling
Outcome
- New, fully-compliant system with increased system reliability, larger storage and output capacity and remote monitoring
- Upgraded PV array had greater generation and was better suited to the high charging current of lithium batteries