New energy battery cabinet charging times

What happens during the charging period of a battery?

During the charging period, the system prioritizes charging the battery first from PV, then from the power grid until the cut-off SOC is reached. After reaching the cut-off SOC, the battery will not discharge, and the photovoltaic output will also be normal. During the discharge period, the battery is used for self-consumption.

Should I charge my battery strategically?

As mentioned above, you can charge your battery strategically. GivEnergy home batteries will charge and discharge intelligently by default, taking advantage of cheaper energy rates. However, you can also take a more hands-on approach by setting schedules and timers around your energy usage and lifestyle.

Do givenergy home batteries charge & discharge intelligently?

GivEnergy home batteries will charge and discharge intelligently by default, taking advantage of cheaper energy rates. However, you can also take a more hands-on approach by setting schedules and timers around your energy usage and lifestyle. You can do this through the energy monitoring software: portal and app.

How often should I charge my home battery?

It therefore makes sense to institute a timed charge as above at least once a month, ideally at least once a week, during the winter unless you know you will have plenty of spare solar – see our blog Keeping Your Home Battery Charged in the Winter.

When should I set givenergy timed charge?

For example, depending on how much excess solar you expect to get, you might set this to 50% in the autumn and spring (because you expect to only fill it half full with solar) and 100% in December/January (because you expect to have no spare solar): GivEnergy Timed Charge Page (Image: Tanjent) When you have finished press the Submit button.

Will my home battery charge up from spare solar?

All home battery systems will by default charge up from spare solar. In addition, all the ones we sell also have the option to charge up at specific times of the day or night so allowing you to charge up on cheap electricity if you have a ‘time of use’ tariff such as Economy 7 or Octopus Go.