Q-Cells is a leading manufacturer of solar panels and solar batteries. Their solar batteries are designed to store excess energy generated by your solar system and power your home at night, on cloudy days, or during an unexpected grid outage. In this guide, we will take a closer look at Q-Cells’ solar batteries.
Qcell Solar Batteries
Q-Cells Solar Batteries Q-Cells offers one solar battery model at the moment: the Q.HOME CORE H5S. Here’s the facts:
Model | Q.HOME CORE H5S |
Usable Capacity | 6.8 kWh - 20.5 kWh |
Continuous Power | 4.4 kW |
Peak Power | 4.95 kW |
Size | 460 x |
Weight | 61.1 kg |
Operating Temperature Range | -20°C to 60°C |
Depth of Discharge (DoD) | 95% |
Round Trip Efficiency | 99.9% |
Warranty | 15 years |
Pros and Cons
As with any product, there are pros and cons to consider when looking at the Q.HOME CORE H5S.
Pros
- Qcells’ solar batteries are compatible with both new and existing solar panel systems
- Qcells’ solar batteries are modulare and have a usable capacity of up to 20.5 kWh
- Qcells’ solar batteries have a depth of discharge of 100%
- Qcells’ solar batteries come with a massive 15-year warranty
Cons
- Qcells’ solar battery range is limited at the moment, only offering the one, scaleable option
- Qcells’ solar batteries are not designed for 3-phase applications
Technical Specifications
The Q.HOME CORE H5S uses Lithium-ion technology where the cathodes are made from a compound of Lithium, Cobalt, Nickel, and Manganese (LiNiMnCoO₂). The battery has a usable energy of up to 20.5 kWh and a depth of discharge of 95%.