What Is Inverter Dropout, and How Can You Prevent It?

Durability: A Long-Term Energy Solution

A great energy solution is one that stands the test of time. That’s why LoopXCell batteries are engineered for longevity. In addition to a 10-year warranty (or 6000 cycles), our batteries are designed to last over 15 years. Beyond this period, they remain viable because they are repairable and upgradable.

Once the 15 years have passed, it’s entirely possible to replace the storage components of the battery, extending its life. LoopXCell batteries are also regularly updated to align with evolving regulations and market opportunities, ensuring your battery remains at the cutting edge. With LoopXCell, you’re investing in a product built for the future.

Safety: A Top Priority for LoopXCell

Safety is at the core of our design philosophy. LoopXCell batteries utilize LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) technology, renowned for its reliability and safety. This advanced technology eliminates the risk of thermal runaway and fire, ensuring your home remains protected in any situation. With LoopXCell, you get the peace of mind that comes with a secure and robust product.

The Benefits of a LoopXCell Battery for Your Home

1. Store Your Energy:

1. • Use the energy you produce, day or night. LoopXCell maximizes self-consumption, reduces dependence on the grid, and protects you against power outages.

2. Optimize Consumption:

1. • Take advantage of dynamic pricing by optimizing your energy usage. LoopXCell prevents inverter dropouts and adjusts production to ensure you consume energy at the most advantageous times.

3. Share and Connect:

1. • Join the energy transition by becoming part of a collaborative energy community. Share surplus energy, sell your excess production, or even rent out your battery to support the grid.

Why Choose a LoopXCell Intelligent Battery?

Investing in a LoopXCell intelligent battery means choosing a durable, reliable, and safe solution for energy independence. With a 10-year warranty and 6000 cycles, you’re guaranteed optimal performance for many years, backed by unparalleled safety through LiFePO4 technology.

What sets LoopXCell apart?

• Year-round profitability: LoopXCell is the only battery that enables you to generate income throughout the year.
• Made for Belgium: Designed and manufactured specifically for the Belgian market, LoopXCell ensures compatibility with local energy systems.
• Future-proof: With regular updates, your battery remains at the forefront of technological advancements.

By choosing LoopXCell’s durability and reparability, you actively contribute to the energy transition, creating a greener future while saving on electricity bills.

4- What Is Inverter Dropout, and How Can You Prevent It?

A Growing Issue with Residential Solar Installations

Inverter dropout has become an increasingly common issue with the rise of residential photovoltaic (PV) installations in Belgium. This problem can have significant financial consequences for solar panel owners.

But what exactly is inverter dropout, and how can you address it effectively?

What Is Inverter Dropout?

Inverter dropout occurs when the devices converting solar energy into usable electricity (inverters) stop functioning due to an overvoltage in your home’s electrical grid.

This overvoltage happens when the voltage in your house rises to a level that could damage your electrical appliances. To protect your devices, the inverter—responsible for converting the energy generated by your solar panels into electricity—shuts down.

This results in a double loss:

• You stop producing your own energy.
• You’re forced to buy electricity from the grid to cover your needs, leading to a significant financial shortfall.

Why Does Inverter Dropout Occur?

Inverter dropouts are often caused by congestion in the neighborhood electrical grid. When many PV installations inject large amounts of energy into the grid simultaneously, it creates an “electric traffic jam,” pushing the voltage beyond acceptable limits.

The grid, originally designed for centralized energy distribution, is not equipped to handle this level of localized overproduction. As more residential areas adopt solar panels, this issue has become increasingly frequent.

How Does LoopXCell Solve Inverter Dropout?

The LoopXCell intelligent battery acts as a “smart navigator” for your home’s electricity, effectively managing energy production and consumption to prevent dropouts. Here’s how it works:

1. Load Management:

1. • On days when the risk of dropout is high, LoopXCell intelligently controls the charging of household devices and stores excess energy in the battery.
   • By consuming electricity when the grid is saturated, it limits additional energy injections and reduces the risk of overvoltage.

2. Network Disconnection in Severe Congestion:

1. • When grid congestion causes the inverter to stop producing entirely, LoopXCell disconnects your home from the grid and generates its own voltage to keep powering your home.
   • This allows your solar panels to continue producing energy even when the grid is overloaded. Once grid voltage normalizes, the battery automatically reconnects your home.

3. Energy Recovery:

1. • In heavily impacted neighborhoods, LoopXCell can recover 5 to 15 kWh of energy per day that would otherwise have been lost due to inverter dropout. This represents significant savings and extends the lifespan of your solar equipment.

Conclusion

Inverter dropout is a complex but manageable problem. By using an intelligent battery like LoopXCell, you can avoid the financial losses associated with production stoppages, protect your appliances, and extend the lifespan of your solar installation.

If you live in an area with high solar adoption and frequently experience inverter dropout, it may be time to consider an intelligent energy management solution.

For more information on our solutions and how we can help you prevent inverter dropouts, contact us today!