Maximising Your Solar Investment with Battery Storage
Are you ready to take your solar power system to the next level? Solar panel battery storage is the key to unlocking the full potential of your renewable energy setup.
Battery Storage
Maximising Your Solar Investment with Battery Storage
Why Solar Panel Battery Storage Matters…
Solar panels generate the most electricity during sunny days.
With a battery storage system, you can store surplus energy generated during peak sunlight hours to use during the evenings or cloudy days, ensuring a constant power supply.
This provides energy independence, reducing your reliance on the grid and avoiding the inconvenience of power outages.
Did you know…
A battery storage system utilising lithium-ion batteries will enable you to utilise around 90% of the electricity generated by your solar panels.
The system is relatively easy to install and usually can be completed on the same day your solar panels are installed. Alternatively, in most cases, a battery storage system can be retrospectively fitted to your existing system.
Battery storage allows you to store unused energy, thus reducing your electricity costs even further, should you generate more energy than you use in your home or store in your battery, you can still export this energy back to the national grid. Remember, if batteries are added to an existing solar system you still get paid 50% of what you generate as an export tariff, regardless of whether you use it or store it.
During the winter months when generation is a lot lower, you can charge the batteries at night on a cheap rate tariff for use during the day and evening.
Will a battery storage system affect my FiT payments?
No – Even though you will be using more of your free generated electricity, your FiT payments from your electric supplier will remain the same.
If you’re lucky enough to have had solar panels installed on your home for a while and have been receiving the early Feed-in Tariff payments, solar batteries will vastly improve the usefulness of your panels.
Ready to make the switch to solar battery storage?
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Duracell Energy
Duracell Energy are a leading solar and battery solutions provider on a mission to empower residential and commercial customers to protect their property, pocket, and their planet. Their cutting-edge products are designed, tested, and distributed from the UK, at the heart of the Cotswolds, ensuring they meet Duracell’s high-quality standards. Duracell Energy pride themselves on innovation, reliability, and personalised UK customer and technical support.
The partnership between Solar Select and Duracell Energy supplies products and services to our customers that significantly reduce energy costs and their carbon footprint.
The Ultimate Energy Storage Solution
The Duracell energy storage solar battery works seamlessly with solar panels, or as a standalone battery storage system. During the day, it stores excess energy generated by your solar panels for use at night or during cloudy periods. Alternatively, it can be used without solar to drawing low-cost electricity from the grid during off-peak hours and store it for later use during peak periods. You can also integrate other renewable sources like wind and hydro power to further enhance your home’s energy independence.
The Dura5 Solar Battery – A Smart, Sustainable Choice
The Dura5 enables homeowners to reduce energy bills significantly by storing energy for use when the system isn’t producing any solar power. The Duracell Energy App uses a smart algorithm which has been developed by Duracell Energy in the UK. It considers weather forecasts and predicts when solar capability is at its lowest, it then uses this information to ensure your battery is fully charged ready for when you need it, cutting your energy costs by an average of 90% and reducing reliance upon the grid.
The Dura5 Solar Battery offers a sustainable, affordable home battery storage solution backed by Duracell’s trusted brand. Whether you’re pairing it with solar panels, using it independently, or integrating it with wind or hydro energy sources, the Dura5 provides you with the flexibility, reliability, and savings you need to achieve energy independence.
With the ability to charge and discharge in just one hour, the Dura5 provides market-leading charge and discharge speed allowing rapid access to stored energy during high-demand periods, making it a crucial part of your energy management system.
Longer lasting & flexible installation choices: Market leading life of 8000 cycles to maximise your investment. Install wall mounted or stacked to suit your needs.
Faster charging solution for all conditions: The Dura5 keeps your home powered with market leading charge & discharge times (twice as fast as leading solar battery brands). The Dura5 operates at temperatures of up to -10C (without internal heaters reducing battery lifecycle), meaning your house won’t get snapped by the cold.
Contact us to find out more about this technology and how it can benefit you.
Sigenergy
Sigenergy SigenStor – Smart, Scalable Home Energy Storage
The Sigenergy SigenStor battery system is a high-performance, long-life energy storage solution designed to maximise the value of your solar PV system. Using advanced LiFePO₄ technology and premium 314Ah cells, it delivers exceptional durability, high efficiency and strong load-handling capability, making it ideal for modern homes with growing energy demands.
Available in 6 kWh and 10 kWh modules, SigenStor offers a compact, flexible design that allows you to scale your storage as your household needs increase.
Why Choose SigenStor?
Smart energy control
The system captures excess solar generation and stores it for use when your home needs it, reducing grid reliance and increasing self-consumption.
Modern, compact design
A slim, streamlined battery module that can be wall-mounted or floor-standing, making it suitable for a wide range of domestic installation spaces.
Fully scalable system
Start with a single module and expand up to six batteries per controller. The built-in battery optimiser allows mixing old and new modules without performance loss.
Technical performance
Premium LiFePO₄ chemistry with 314Ah cells provides up to 10,000 cycles. With a true 100% depth of discharge and high power output (up to 6.9 kW peak), it handles demanding household loads with ease.
Designed for real-world conditions
With an IP66 protection rating and an operating range from -20°C to 55°C, SigenStor maintains reliable performance year-round across the UK.
Smart compatibility
Fully compatible with SigenStor EC and Sigen Hybrid SP2/TP2 inverters, using CAN communication for efficient system management and real-time monitoring.
The Benefits
• Reduce reliance on the grid
• Lower energy bills
• Increase solar self-consumption
• Expand storage as your needs grow
• Power high-demand appliances such as EV chargers and heat pumps
• Reliable performance in all seasons
Hanchu
Hanchu LVES Home L Series – High-Performance, Heated Home Energy Storage
The Hanchu LVES Home L Series 9.4 kWh battery is a next-generation low-voltage energy storage system designed for reliability, safety and all-season performance. Built using advanced Blade LFP cell technology and equipped with an integrated heating system, this battery delivers strong year-round efficiency, rapid charging ability and long-term stability for UK households looking to maximise their solar investment.
With industry-leading safety features, smart control capabilities and a compact, installer-friendly form factor, the LVES 9.4 kWh battery is ideally suited to modern homes with growing energy needs.
Why Choose the Hanchu LVES L Series?
Smart energy controls
The system intelligently manages charging and discharging, optimising the use of your solar generation and ensuring efficient, smooth energy allocation throughout the day.
Modern, compact design
A sleek, slimline enclosure (430 × 150 × 800 mm) allows the unit to fit neatly into utility rooms, garages or narrow plant areas. Lightweight for its class at just 72 kg, it is easier for installers to handle and ideal for residential environments.
Integrated auxiliary heating
The LVES L Series includes a built-in heating system, ensuring safe charging and discharging even in cold weather. This protects internal cells, maintains winter capacity and prevents performance loss in low temperatures.
Top-tier technical performance
Using advanced Blade LFP cells and CTP (Cell-to-Pack) technology, the system delivers rapid 100A charge and discharge performance, high efficiency and a long operational lifespan. A 95% depth of discharge maximises usable energy from every cycle.
Designed for real-world conditions
The IP65-rated enclosure protects against dust, water and harsh environments, while the multi-level heat dissipation system ensures stable long-term performance. With operating temperatures from -10°C to 60°C, the battery is built for year-round reliability.
Smart connectivity
With CAN, RS485, WiFi and Bluetooth communication options, the battery integrates seamlessly with advanced monitoring platforms. The cloud-based system provides real-time diagnostics, online configuration and automatic firmware updates.
Key Technical Features
- Nominal capacity: 9.4 kWh
- Nominal voltage: 51.2 V
- Operating voltage range: 43.2–57.6 V
- Depth of discharge: 95%
- Charge/discharge current: 100A
- Maximum parallel units: up to 16
- Dimensions: 430 × 150 × 800 mm
- Weight: 72 kg
- Enclosure rating: IP65
- Charging temperature range: 0°C to 50°C
- Discharging temperature range: -10°C to 60°C
- Cooling method: Natural convection
- Communication: CAN / RS485 / WiFi / Bluetooth
- Certifications: IEC 62619, IEC 63056, CE-EMC, CE-RED, UN38.3
- Warranty: 12 years
The Benefits
- Reduce reliance on the grid
- Increase solar self-consumption
- Maintain performance through winter with integrated heating
- High charge/discharge rate for demanding households
- Flexible smart control with full monitoring and remote updates
- Compact, slim design for easy installation
- Long-term reliability with advanced LFP Blade cells
Haier Smart Cube
The Haier Smart Cube is a modular residential energy storage system engineered to deliver high performance, long service life, and advanced control in modern solar homes. Built around Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) technology, the Smart Cube offers enhanced safety, high cycle durability, and stable performance across a wide temperature range.
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The Smart Cube operates as a multi-layer stackable ESS, consisting of:
• Base control module with system management electronics
• Stackable LiFePO₄ battery modules
• Integrated BMS and PCS communication interfaces
This architecture supports vertical expansion, allowing homeowners to increase capacity simply by adding modules without altering the inverter or wiring topology.
Stackable System – Technical Advantages
1. Scalable Capacity
Each module connects in parallel, increasing energy capacity while maintaining the same system voltage. This enables:
• Easy upgrade paths
• Optimisation of storage for EV charging, heat pumps, or load shifting
• Ability to tailor system size to property demand
2. Balanced Battery Cycling
The Smart Cube automatically equalises charge across all modules in the stack, ensuring:
• Uniform ageing
• Consistent performance
• Reduced internal resistance over lifecycle
3. Redundancy & Fault Tolerance
If a module enters protection mode, the rest of the stack continues operating. This architecture prevents full system shutdown and improves service continuity.
4. Space-Efficient Vertical Design
The Smart Cube’s footprint remains fixed regardless of the number of modules. Advantages include:
• Minimal floor area
• No external racking required
• Clean, professional installation
Battery Management System (BMS)
The Smart Cube incorporates a multi-layer BMS, featuring:
• Cell-level voltage/temperature monitoring
• Module-level protection
• System-level communication to inverter/EMS
• Active/passive cell balancing
• Over-current, over-voltage, and thermal protection
This ensures safe operation and optimal charge/discharge profiles across all environmental conditions.
Integration & Control
The Haier Smart Cube works seamlessly with:
• Hybrid solar inverters
• AC-coupled storage systems
• Haier’s Smart Home & Energy IoT ecosystem.
• Real-time energy flow diagrams
• SOC, SOH, temperature and cycle count data
• Charge scheduling (TOU optimisation)
• Remote diagnostics
• Firmware updates (for supported inverters)
Safety, Durability & Compliance
The Smart Cube includes:
• LiFePO₄ chemistry for increased thermal stability
• UN38.3 transport certification
• Short-circuit, over-voltage, and arc-fault protections
• IP-rated enclosures for indoor/outdoor installation
• High cycle life (typically >6,000 cycles @ 80% DoD)
This makes it suitable for high-demand households, off-grid hybrid systems, and backup-enabled installations.
GivEnergy
GivEnergy is a leading UK-based company specialising in smart energy storage solutions for homes and businesses. Offering a comprehensive energy ecosystem, including battery storage systems. GivEnergy aims to help users reduce energy costs, enhance energy independence, and contribute to a sustainable future by integrating renewable energy sources and smart tariffs.
The partnership between Solar Select and GivEnergy will provide customers with advanced technology and clean energy, reducing energy costs and making sure they are never without power.
A diverse range of products tailored to meet various energy needs
GivEnergy products are designed to be compatible with various energy setups, ensuring flexibility and efficiency. With a strong focus on innovation and customer support, GivEnergy is a top choice for energy storage solutions in the UK.
GivEnergy is committed to innovation and sustainability, constantly developing new technologies to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. Their products are designed to be scalable, user-friendly, and environmentally friendly, making renewable energy accessible and affordable for everyone.
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