Installing the EP Cube by Canadian Solar All in One System!! ON SALE!!
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The EP Cube is a residential energy storage system by Canadian Solar, including a smart Gateway, hybrid inverter, and lithium iron phosphate batteries, with a maximum of six batteries per stack. Installation involves mounting components on the wall and connecting wiring properly for safe and efficient operation, with an app available for commissioning and monitoring.
Insights
- The EP Cube residential energy storage system by Canadian Solar integrates a smart Gateway, hybrid inverter, and lithium iron phosphate batteries, offering a comprehensive solution for energy management in homes.
- Installation of the EP Cube involves meticulous wiring and connection procedures, including mounting components, establishing wire routes, and utilizing the EP Cube app for commissioning, ensuring a seamless setup process for efficient energy storage and utilization.
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Recent questions
What components are included in the EP Cube pallet?
Batteries, inverter, smart Gateway.
How is the EP Cube system installed?
Mount on wall with provided hardware.
What is the capacity of the hybrid inverter in the EP Cube system?
7.6 kW capacity.
How are the batteries in the EP Cube system connected?
Align pins, push down, cover.
What is the purpose of the smart Gateway in the EP Cube system?
Central unit for system connection and control.
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Summary
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EP Cube: Residential Energy Storage System Overview
- EP Cube pallet number one includes five batteries, while the other pallet contains a hybrid inverter and a smart Gateway, each weighing 79.2 lbs.
- The EP Cube is a residential energy storage system by Canadian Solar, comprising a smart Gateway, a hybrid inverter, and lithium iron phosphate batteries.
- The smart Gateway serves as the system's central unit, connecting the hybrid inverter, enabling EV charging, and potential generator connection.
- The hybrid inverter, with a 7.6 kW capacity, allows grid interaction, parallel connection of multiple inverters, and integration with solar panels.
- The system's batteries are lithium iron phosphate, with a minimum of three batteries (9.9 kWh) and a maximum of six batteries (20 kWh) per stack.
- The installation involves mounting the batteries, hybrid inverter, and smart Gateway on the wall using provided brackets and hardware.
- Wiring includes two-gauge wire from the main panel to the smart Gateway, branching to the hybrid inverter and a sub-panel with number six wire.
- Data cables connect the smart Gateway to the hybrid inverter, while CT clamps are installed on the main utility wires for monitoring.
- DC wiring from the hybrid inverter to the solar panels is established, ensuring proper connection and safety measures.
- Terminal connections on the inverter require pushing down orange tabs to insert wires securely, with marked terminals for easy identification.
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"Hybrid Inverter Setup and Configuration Guide"
- AC wires are set up, moving on to DC wires connecting two arrays to two MPP solar charge controllers in the hybrid inverter.
- DC wires must be in a metal Raceway or conduit, using flexible conduit for ease of routing.
- Route wires from the hybrid inverter into an L shape, up to the smart Gateway, then to the side of the house into a metal box.
- Positive wires go to the four separate MPPT solar charge controllers, negative wires to a designated spot.
- Download EP Cube app for commissioning, available for Android and iOS, essential for setup.
- Connect via Bluetooth, set up Wi-Fi connection for remote access, with two antennas for connectivity.
- Connect batteries to the inverter, align pins, and push down before covering.
- Power up by connecting inside, battery fuse, turning on solar arrays, grid connection, and hybrid inverter circuit breaker.
- Use the app to scan devices, configure Wi-Fi, update, register warranty, and configure arrays.
- Switch between battery backup mode, self-consumption mode, and pass-through mode for different power sources and usage scenarios.
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Simplified home battery backup system overview
- The home battery backup system is not suitable for those interested in time of use and net metering 3.0, as it is quicker to install with fewer parts, including only two batteries and a small inverter. For those seeking a simpler setup, all necessary information will be provided below.
