Home Backup

How to Set up Home Battery Backup

What’s Home Battery Backup

A home battery backup is a residential energy storage system that stores electricity for later use. It’s a comprehensive home energy management system that features high-tech components like grids, solar panels, batteries, and regulators. 

The whole system is a blend of energy storage, power supply, backup power, and grid interaction. As it sounds, batteries store electricity when the electricity demand is low and supply power whenever needed. Modern home battery backup systems can automatically switch to backup mode in case of a power outage and keep your electronics running. 

How Home Battery Backup Systems Work?

When it comes to the functionality of a home battery backup, it depends on the type of system you have. You have a choice between solar backup systems, off-grid solar batteries, and standalone backup systems. While standalone batteries use AC electricity to fulfill the storage, solar ones utilize the sun’s energy and come up as a sustainable option. 

Solar home battery backup systems convert sunlight into direct current (DC) electricity using solar panels. The batteries store the DC electricity, and the inverter converts it into usable alternating current (AC) electricity. If you have a grid-tied system, excessive power will go to the grid and allow you to redeem it as an energy bill credit. 

Why Home Battery Backup Matters？

Backup power during electric outages

The most obvious advantage of a reliable home battery backup is the consistent power supply. During electric outages, the power storage system takes over and provides the required amount of electricity. Also, sudden electric outages may damage your appliances or interrupt your daily processes. Home battery backup systems instantly give power to your appliances and maintain your comfort. 

Reliable energy independence

When you have a secondary source of energy, you don’t have to completely rely on utilities. With a home battery backup, you can utilize your energy storage whenever you want. It allows you to generate onsite, offset grid electricity purchases, and reduce your utility dependence. 

Emission-free electricity

A home battery backup system based on solar energy can sustainably produce emission-free electricity. You can minimize the use of utility-scale electricity made from natural gas, coal, and other fossil fuels. Henceforth, you’re contributing to environmental conservation while saving your money on bills. 

Increases solar energy savings

If you live in areas that have time-of-use electricity rates, a home battery backup system can make your energy purchases smarter. Let’s understand with an example. Suppose you’re paying 30 cents per kWh during billing hours. You can utilize your stored energy at peak hours to use appliances with high energy demand. It will help you cut on the premium prices you’re paying for electricity in peak hours. 

Why Choose BLUETTI for Home Battery Backup?

1. Addressing Power Instability in Many Regions

We have noticed frequent power instability in regions like California and Texas. Surprisingly, over 1 million residents experienced power outages in California. BLUETTI understands this power instability and has innovated high-quality home battery backup systems. If you also live in one of the areas facing frequent power outages, our solutions worth your while.

Fast-acting UPS

BLUETTI battery backup systems feature a specific UPS mode optimized to backup power within 20ms. It instantly switches to stored energy and ensures your essential devices keep working during the outage. 

Highly expandable

As every home has its unique requirements, we have crafted our products to be expandable. Our home battery backup system AC500 can connect up to six B300S batteries and provide a capacity of up to 18,432Wh. 

Super-fast charging

Despite having a massive battery capacity, battery can rapidly charge up to 80% in just 45 minutes. The credit goes to the Turbo Charge mode and AC+DC dual charging capacity. Also, it features an incredible max charging rate of 8000W. 

High power output

As discussed above, AC500 can generate up to 5000W continuous output. Guess what? It’s only with a single chase! At its peak and with support for 50A bypass, it can even generate up to 10000W, which is enough for all the devices and electronics you might have. 

2. Reducing Installation Complexity and Cost

Installation of a regular home battery backup can cost anywhere from $3000 to $15000 in the US. Even after spending this much, you still have to experience installation complexity and alterations to your home’s design. That’s where BLUETTI’s home battery backup systems with modular design shine! 

Modular design

BLUETTI manufactures green storage solutions while keeping convenience and customer experience in mind. Our products support plug-and-play installation, which is convenient, transportable, and cost-effective. 

Flexible capacity expansion

Thanks to the modular battery design, BLUETTI home battery backup systems are easily scalable. You can easily add additional batteries for greater capacity, extended battery life, and power autonomy. 

Flexible application

With an exclusive variety of products, BLUETTI gives you access to green energy on the go. Our home battery backup systems have a flexible application that enables you to detach one unit from the complete setup. Whether you’re going camping or on a long trip, you can carry a part of your energy storage with you. 

3. Managing High Energy Costs

We have already discussed about the high prices of utilities in the above section. Well, there’s more. There’s a huge difference between peak and off-peak prices. While the price during peak hours is 30 cents per kWh, the off-peak price is just 30 cents per kWh. The integration of smart technologies in BLUETTI systems can help in saving on your electricity bills. Let’s see how! 

PV priority mode

BLUETTI home battery backup solutions spotlight a specific PV priority UPS mode. You can prioritize solar power usage and harness 3000W PV output. Not only will it help you reduce your utility bills, but this mode will also reduce your dependence on the grid. 

Peak shaving

Along with PV priority mode, our products also feature peak shaving technology. There’s a Time-Controlled UPS Mode that allows you to charge your batteries during off-peak hours. When the costly peak hours start, you can use the stored energy and lower your cost. 

User-defined settings

Customization matters, and our user-defined settings set a benchmark. BLUETTI home battery backup systems have customizable UPS mode. It allows you to set PV charging and power supply times and amounts for maximum savings. 

4. RV and Off-Grid Power Needs

RV trips and stays are fun, but standard power systems generally fail to meet electricity needs. Users end up opting for traditional gas generators, which are noisy, polluting, and harmful to the environment. With BLUETTI battery backup systems, you can overcome these obstacles and enjoy consistent power to your appliances without any daunting upgrades. 

Complete RV power backup

With an impressive 5000W AC output, BLUETTI AC500 can power the entire RV. Just connect it to RV’s NEMA TT-30 charging cable, and you’re good to go. Also, the solar home battery backup system features 12V, 30A DC output to power the DC loads of your RV. 

Efficient LFP batteries 

If you hate gas generators for their noisy operation, our solar battery backup systems will thrill you. BLUETTI products operate below 40db and come with efficient LFP batteries for an environment-friendly operation. 

D480 quick charge module

D480 quick charge module is advanced charging technology that supports fast charging while driving. Furthermore, our systems also support PV, RV charging stations, and EV charges for extended RV power during trips.  

5. Enhanced Safety Features

Safety and security mean a lot when it comes to powering an entire home off the grid. BLUETTI products incorporate UL-certified LiFePO4 battery cells with 3000+ cycles. Besides that, battery management system (BMS) and Pure Sine Wave Output add multiple layers of protection and safety to sensitive electronics. 

Use Cases for BLUETTI Home Battery Backup

Residential backup

As the name describes, a home battery backup is a perfect residential backup. BLUETTI battery backup systems are expandable and offer high AC output. Therefore, you can keep your essential devices running during the outages. 

Outdoor & RV use

Outdoor adventures and RVs require a reliable electricity source on the go. Our home battery backup systems can also be installed in RVs to power electronics. Not to mention, the detachable design allows you to carry one unit of the primary system without compromising the performance. 

Outdoor events

Apart from trips, BLUETTI power backup systems are also perfect for professional usage. The high AC output can juice up all the event equipment, from communication devices to sound systems. With solar compatibility and a long-lasting battery, our portable power backup systems won’t let you miss a beat at the event.