50 kWh Battery Storage with 5 kW Alpha ESS AC-Coupled Inverter in Piara Waters

High-Capacity Storage with Seamless Blackout Protection

This Piara Waters installation was designed to deliver reliable backup power and improved energy control without changing the existing solar setup. By adding a 50 kWh battery storage system paired with a 5 kW Alpha ESS AC-coupled inverter, the household now has strong energy resilience and full blackout protection.

The AC-coupled configuration allows the battery system to work alongside the home’s existing solar, making it an ideal upgrade for homeowners looking to add storage without replacing their current inverter.

What Was Installed

• 50 kWh Alpha ESS battery storage system
• 5 kW Alpha ESS AC-coupled inverter
• Full house blackout protection
• Protective bollards for equipment safety
• Neat internal installation with compliant clearances

Installation Notes and System Layout

The battery units and inverter were installed neatly along the garage wall, positioned to allow proper airflow, safe access, and straightforward future servicing. Bollards were added in front of the system to protect the equipment from vehicle impact, ensuring long-term durability.

All cabling and conduits were run cleanly between the battery modules and inverter, maintaining a tidy finish while meeting current electrical and safety standards. The blackout protection was configured to supply the home automatically during grid outages, allowing a smooth transition to battery power without manual switching.

Because the system is AC-coupled, it integrates seamlessly with the existing solar installation, capturing excess solar energy during the day and storing it for use overnight or during outages.

How the System Benefits the Household

• Large 50 kWh battery capacity for extended backup and overnight use
• Full house blackout protection for uninterrupted power during outages
• Ability to store excess solar energy instead of exporting to the grid
• Improved energy independence without modifying the existing solar system
• Flexible AC-coupled design suitable for future upgrades

Final Result

This Piara Waters battery installation provides the household with a substantial storage solution and dependable blackout protection, all while preserving the existing solar setup. The result is a clean, practical energy upgrade that improves resilience, reduces grid reliance, and delivers peace of mind year-round.

If you are considering adding battery storage or blackout protection to your home, get in touch to discuss a system that fits your current setup and future needs.