Recently updated on June 5, 2023 at 02:29 am
[Display] Ecoflow has been building power stations that can be powered by solar energy for years. So far, however, the systems have operated autonomously from the power grid. But now there is an innovation that transforms the solar generators into a balcony power plant. A balcony power plant consists of permanently installed solar panels that feed energy into the home system. This leads to significant savings in electricity costs! However, it usually happens that the mini photovoltaic systems no Possess energy storage, whereby the generated energy can only be used directly, the excess is handed over to the grid supplier. Solar generators work differently. They contain a battery storage (also called "power station") that operates independently of the power grid. With flexible solar panels, it can be charged using solar energy. However, a direct connection to the house system is possible with such a solar generator not given. Until now! Because Ecoflow has now developed an option that allows you to retrofit your power stations with special accessories so that you can feed electricity into the home network via a socket.
EcoFlow PowerStream balcony power plant
The key element of the Ecoflow Balcony Power Plant is a proprietary micro-inverter called “PowerStream microinverter". This links the power station to the in-house power grid. Depending on requirements, the solar power generated can either be fed into the power station or directly into the home network. The Ecoflow app allows the user to monitor and optimize energy consumption and flow. If you fully or partially charge the power station during the day, it can supply the house with electricity after sunset.
Conversion of the power station into a balcony power station
The following power stations and solar panels can be converted into a balcony power station: Power stations: Ecoflow Delta Max 1600, Delta Max 2000, Delta 2, Delta Pro Solar panels: Ecoflow 110W solar panel, 160W solar panel, 220W solar panel, 400W solar panel. Other power station models are also compatible. Basically, the system is compatible with all EcoFlow power stations and can be expanded. However, Ecoflow's solution not only offers storage for balcony power plants, but also provides energy in the event of a power failure, as it is a solar generator that can work without grid power. And owners of an Ecoflow solar generator can easily upgrade it to a balcony power plant with the new inverter, although this does not mean that the electricity first flows into the storage tank and is only then transmitted to the home network when the storage tank is full. If desired, this can also be done rinse happen.
summarized: Details on the EcoFlow PowerStream
Category | Detail |
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Product | EcoFlow PowerStream balcony power plant |
Companies | EcoFlow |
Product description | Intelligent solar power system for balcony, portable |
Terms of Use | For private households, for the use of solar energy |
Special Features | Night storage of electricity, emergency power supply |
Additional functions | Real-time monitoring and optimization of energy consumption |
Compatibility | Compatible with all EcoFlow power stations |
solar energy generation | Up to 800W, around 1039 kWh of electricity per year |
Installation type | Plug and play, portable, versatile mounting options |
launch | 31 May 2023 |
Sales | EcoFlow shop and Amazon |
Kits | No storage kit, 1kWh storage kit, 2kWh storage kit |
Price (No Storage Kit) | 893,35 Euros |
Price (1kWh storage kit) | 2.092,35 Euros |
Price (2kWh storage kit) | 2.509,39 Euros |
Included Items | Microinverters, solar panels, smart plugs, EcoFlow app |
Benefits | XNUMX-hour solar power, energy saving, easy installation, portable |
locations | Balconies, house gardens, house facades |
Company headquarters | Duesseldorf, Germany |
the Delta 2 Max can do that
The latest Ecoflow Powerstation, which uses LiFePO4 cells, has a capacity of up to 3.100 watts and offers the option of expanding with additional batteries. The launch of the newly developed Powerstation Delta 2 Max was recently announced by Ecoflow and we have already tried it. The new model presents itself as an advanced variant of the Delta Max and also enables capacity expansion with additional batteries. In standalone mode, the Delta 2 Max has a capacity of 2.048 Wh, which can be expanded up to 6.144 Wh.
The base output power of the power station is an impressive 2.400 watts, but with Ecoflow's X-Boost function it can even be constantly increased to 3.100 watts. This surpasses the Delta Max 2000 by at least 100 watts. The Delta 2 Max offers several USB ports and can of course also supply electrical devices with power via sockets. The power station can also be charged via a mains connection, solar panels or the cigarette lighter in the car.
Faster recharge time and five-year guarantee!
Ecoflow has further optimized charging times compared to the Delta Max: the Delta 2 Max can be charged from 81 to 0 percent with mains voltage in just 100 minutes, compared to 96 minutes for the previous model. Unlike the Delta Max, which only uses nickel-cobalt-manganese batteries, the Delta 2 Max uses LiFePO4 batteries. According to the manufacturer, the Delta 2 Max should only lose 3.000 percent of its capacity after 20 charging cycles. The power station is therefore also confidently supplied with a five-year guarantee. From May 31, 2023, the Delta 2 Max will be available on the Ecoflow website and Amazon for €2.100. Together with a 400-watt solar module, the price at the start of sales should be a whopping €2.900. An additional Delta 2 battery with 2.048 Wh costs another €800.
feature | Detail |
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Product | DELTA 2 max |
product launch | May 31, 09:00 (CEST) |
Performance | Up to 6 kWh expandable capacity |
solar input | 1.000W Max, 99% MPPT Efficiency |
volume while charging | As quiet as 30 dB |
Battery life | 10 year long life LFP battery |
Weight | 23 kg |
charging | 80% in 43 min with combined solar and AC input |
operating devices | Powers 99% of devices, 2.048Wh, Up to 3.100W |
Compatibility | Compatible with the EcoFlow PowerStream balcony power station |
noise | Quieter than other 2kWh power stations on the market |
Management | Personalized in-app performance management |
Warranty | Extensive 5-year guarantee |
additional features | X-Boost mode up to 3.100 W, Advanced BMS protection, Grid-tied connection possible for powering the entire house, Expandable up to 6 kWh |
EPS auto switching | |
What's in the box | DELTA 2 Max, AC charging cable, car electrical system charging cable, DC5521 to DC5525 cable, user manual and warranty card |
Conclusion: to the PowerStream balcony power plant & Delta 2 Max
With its new product "EcoFlow PowerStream Balcony Power Plant", EcoFlow offers a sustainable and innovative solution for the efficient use of solar energy in private households. Up to now, the company's power stations have been autonomous from the power grid, but the innovative feature transforms the solar generator function of the EcoFlow models into an efficient balcony power plant. The heart of the concept is the company's own "PowerStream Microinverter". The device seamlessly connects the power station to the home power grid and, as required, directs the generated solar power either to the power station or directly to the home network for use. In this way, savings can be achieved in electricity costs. Thanks to the Ecoflow app, real-time monitoring and optimization of energy consumption is also possible.
The conversion to the balcony power station function is available for almost all EcoFlow power stations and solar panels, including the power stations Delta Max 1600, Delta Max 2000, Delta 2 and Delta Pro. In the event of a power failure, the system continues to provide energy as a solar generator, even if the power grid fails. With the Delta 2 Max, EcoFlow also offers a new power station that uses LiFePO4 cells and has a capacity of up to 3.100 watts. In standalone mode, the Delta 2 Max has a capacity of 2.048 Wh, which can be expanded up to 6.144 Wh. With the EcoFlow X-Boost function, it can even be constantly increased to 3.100 watts.
The Delta 2 Max has an even faster charge time than previous models and even comes with an impressive five-year warranty. It is also particularly quiet compared to others. With the combination of the innovative PowerStream balcony power station and the high-performance Powerstation Delta 2 Max, EcoFlow has created a powerful, sustainable and intelligent solution for the use of solar energy in private households. Not only is it a reliable and environmentally friendly power source, but it also offers significant savings in energy costs. It marks a big step towards a sustainable and self-sufficient energy supply in the home. And finally ... accessories
Balcony power plant - what is allowed and what is not!
Punkt | Description |
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Current power limit | Inverters in Germany are currently allowed to feed in a maximum of 600 watts. |
Simplified regulations | With systems up to 600 watts, operators can register and connect the system themselves. |
Change in power limit | The power limit is expected to be raised to 800 watts soon. |
legal basis | EU Directive 2016/613 provides for a limit of 800 watts, but has not yet been implemented in Germany. Instead, the application rule AR-N 4105-2018:11 of the Association for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies (VDE) applies here. |
Registration and connection | With a feed-in power of more than 600 watts, the help of a qualified electrician is required. |
Future power limit | Several stakeholders, including the VDE and the Federal Ministry of Economics, advocate raising the power limit to 800 watts. |
800 watt inverter | Some manufacturers already offer inverters that can be upgraded to 800 watts (like EcoFlow) as soon as they are approved in Germany. |
Practical Considerations | The need for an 800 watt inverter depends on the power of the solar panels and their orientation. In addition, the power consumption should be taken into account. |
Balcony power plants are an attractive way to generate clean, environmentally friendly solar power. In Germany, systems with an output of up to 600 watts are currently approved, which can also be installed and connected to the home network by laypeople. However, efforts are being made to increase this limit to 800 watts in order to further promote the use of solar energy. Several important actors, including the Federal Ministry of Economics and the Association for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies (VDE), support an increase in the power limit. While some manufacturers already offer inverters for 800 watts, the decision to go for a more powerful system should depend on practical considerations such as the power of the solar panels, their orientation and the actual household power consumption. In general, the emerging interest in balcony power plants is a positive trend toward more sustainable energy sources.
Products | EcoFlow PowerStream and DELTA 2 Max |
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type of product | Intelligent balcony power station with portable power station |
Manufacturers | EcoFlow |
Basic capacity of the DELTA 2 Max | 2.048 Wh |
Expandable capacity of the DELTA 2 Max | Up to 6.144Wh |
Service life of the DELTA 2 Max batteries | Up to 10 years |
Maximum solar output of the PowerStream | 800 W |
Annual electricity production by PowerStream | Around 1.039 kWh |
Compatible devices | From high power devices like air conditioners and refrigerators to low power devices like cell phones and tablets |
Installation | Simple self-installation thanks to Plug&Play-capable components |
Price for No Storage Kit | 893,35 € |
Price for 1kWh storage kit | 2.092,35 € |
Price for 2kWh storage kit | 2.509,39 € |
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