Description
SkyBox™ makes smart solar simple with an advanced technology single-box design, and represents a breakthrough in the field of advanced power conversion, processing and control. The fully integrated design of the SkyBox system eliminates external charge controllers and communication boxes, significantly cutting installation time and cost. Ease-of-installation makes this energy solution ideal for installers interested in following the market’s move towards battery-based systems.
New EMS 2.0 Features!
What is the SkyBox Energy Management System?
Firmware 1.3.27 saw the launch of the new SkyBox Energy Management System (EMS) 2.0. This release added compatibility with the widest variety of 48V battery chemistries on the market today.
In addition to that, the 1.3.27 firmware added several features.
Added features:
- Configurable battery discharge current limit
- Lithium SoC Tracking
- Drop down menu for quick selection of third-party lithium (SimpliPhi, Blue Ion, etc)
What 48V Batteries are SkyBox Compatible with EMS 2.0?
The following batteries are supported with EMS 2.0:
- All EnerSys Lead-Acid
- Discover AES
- Blue Ion 2.0
- Fortress eVault
- Simpliphi PHI 3.5/3.8
- Alt-E KiloVault HLX
SystemEdge Packages
The SkyBox is available in our Pre-Bundled Solutions packages for various applications:
The SkyBox also has these new product integrations for full compliance with NEC 2014 and NEC 2017 Rapid Shutdown requirements:
Firmware
The SkyBox has the ability to update via an internet connection. Follow the instructional graphic below to update your SkyBox to the latest firmware.
If your SkyBox is not connected to the internet, or you have difficulties connecting it to the internet, please fill out the following form so our team can best assist you with manual installation instructions.
SkyBox Firmware Update Request
Additional Resources
SkyBox Stacking
Did you know you can stack multiple SkyBox systems?
Combine SkyBoxes in electrical parallel to act as a single coordinated system. With two SkyBoxes in parallel, the system will produce up to 40 amps at 240VAC! Stacking in parallel combines the AC output of each individual SkyBox (5kW) and allows each SkyBox to contribute stored energy from its independent battery bank to the stacked system. Ensure you have the power for all your critical loads.
Refer to the SkyBox Stacking Wiring Diagram and the SkyBox Stacking Application Note for a detailed layout and description.
Videos
If you or your customers woud like to learn more about the SkyBox installation process from start to finish, check out these videos:
