storage systems

CENPAC Storage

SOLAR POWER
AROUND THE CLOCK
REGAIN YOUR INDEPENDENCE
 MAKE YOUR OWN TRANS­ITION
TO RENEWABLE ENERGY
A key element in the transition to renewable energy is the decentralised supply of electricity to private households

The latest energy transition in Germany has lead to the subject of energy being viewed in a completely new light.
More and more homeowners are producing decentralised electricity on their roofs for use within their own households.
This is reflected in the results of the latest Infratest survey from October 2012 – 93% of the population want to make the
transition to renewable energy sources.

This shift in attitude is not simply the result

of environmental concerns. In fact, it is 93 %  
want renewable energy sources
predominantly other arguments that are
at the forefront. The transition to private
energy means you are independent of rising
electricity costs and increase the security of
your supply. Storing the solar energy that is
generated considerably enhances both the
efficiency of the solar power system and the
flexibility of power consumption.

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SOLAR POWER IS ALREADY
CHEAPER TODAY THAN
POWER FROM THE GRID
Your own solar power system can provide you with electricity at half the cost of your current energy supplier

Self-generated solar power can be used directly for self-consumption in your own household. It flows straight from the
solar power system into the home network, where it can be used immediately. The advantages of own-consumed energy:
Your electricity costs are permanently lower because, from day one, the energy that you generate yourself is cheaper
than the energy you buy from your supplier. You can simply sell any solar power that you do not use or save yourself.

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Your energy costs are under control with photovoltaics: As energy prices continue to increase in the coming years, the cost of your own
solar power, following deductions for the investment costs, will be next to nothing.
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USE SOLAR POWER MORE

FLEXIBLY WITH STORAGE
Save money while becoming more independent

A solar power system without storage will cover up to

30 % of your energy needs. Adding a storage system
solution provides you with round-the-clock access to
self-generated electricity, allowing you to cover up to
85 % of your daily electricity needs. Not only will you
cast off your reliance on the course of the sun, but 85 %
you will also save more on energy costs thanks to a 30 %
higher level of own consumption.
Solar power system Solar power system
without storage with storage

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 REGAIN YOUR INDEPENDENCE:
SOLAR POWER
AROUND THE CLOCK

... browse the Internet quickly...

... start the day with your family, toast

and fresh coffee...

... and it’s nice when the light in the fridge

stays on at night, too...

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... get a taste for cooking...

... wash and dry...

... have fun playing computer games...

... relax after work...

Start using cheap, safe and clean solar power today, and then whenever you want –
whether the sun is shining or not. You can enjoy a new form of independence
thanks to solar power storage: independence from energy suppliers, from increasing
electricity costs and from worries about security of supply.

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 The three CENPAC Storage
SYSTEM SOLUTIONS
A solar power system with energy storage from Centrosolar provides perfectly aligned system
solutions with ‘Made in Germany’ quality

Centrosolar complete systems are known for their reliability and durability. They are the first choice for small and
medium-sized private homes and for every type of roof.
The Centrosolar storage system solutions open up the possibility of using solar power flexibly around the clock,
and of course, meet all the criteria to take advantage of the upcoming subsidies for energy storage.

As one of the world’s most experienced and successful solar power companies in the world, Centrosolar relies on
equally well-known and competent premium partners for its CENPAC Storage complete system.

CENPAC Storage is for the time being only available in Germany.

For information about the actual availability of CENPAC Storage please contact your Centrosolar sales team.

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GOOD REASONS TO REGAIN
YOUR INDEPENDENCE
√ Enjoy independence from energy suppliers
√ Ensure low electricity costs for the long term
√ Enjoy a permanently reliable energy supply
√ Use environmentally friendly solar energy around the clock
√ Free yourself from public electricity grids
√ Your contribution to Germany’s transition to renewable energy

EVERYTHING IS SIMPLE
WITH CENTROSOLAR
The path to a solar power system with storage is very simple with Centrosolar. We guarantee professional advice and
will support you from the initial idea, during the on-schedule installation, right through to successful connection to the
grid. And we will happily help with other things too: We also provide numerous services, such as regular maintenance or
remote system monitoring, which ensure long-term, stress-free operation of your solar power system.

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of the savings!

For more information please visit:

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 1 CENPAC Storage DC
Less diversions, more efficiency.
The battery storage system is directly connected to the inverter’s DC intermediate circuit with
CENPAC Storage DC.

The battery storage system is directly connected to the inverter’s DC intermediate circuit with CENPAC Storage DC. Since
the solar modules also generate direct current from the roof, this solar energy can be directly fed into the battery via the
inverter. There is no redundant and energy-sapping conversion direct to alternating current (and vice versa). This means
that the storage solution operates extremely efficiently.

There is no need to connect an additional meter with this perfectly aligned system boasting a wide range of application
from 4 to 11 kWp. The CENPAC Storage DC can be connected to the home mains without the user having to redistribute
the power. The Powerstocc DC Storage inverter from Centrosolar is at the heart of the system.

The Hoppecke battery solution is also put to use in the CENPAC Storage x.x. Lead-gel batteries are technically sophis-
ticated and have been tried and tested in a wide variety of sectors over a long period of time. They require almost no
maintenance and are distinguished by their highly cyclic stability, with a life cycle of up to ten years.

[Colour variation of modules is possible due to specific conditions in production]

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Your advantages at
a glance
Powerful
The Powerstocc®DC Storage is a powerful, transformerless string inverter

Sophisticated
The 3-phase technology combines stability and durability with flexibility and high efficiency

Intelligent
At Lower input power significantly improved efficiency

Durable
Approx. 2,500 charge cycles

Perfect for insulation on

rafters It works so simply
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The components of the CENPAC Storage DC

1 Solar modules: Convert the sunlight to direct current

2 Powerstocc DC Storage: Converts the direct current of the PV system and the storage battery into grid-compatible alternating current

3 Storage battery: Saves the solar current and controls the charging and discharging processes

4 Grid connection 5 Power consumers 6 Energy grid

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 2 CENPAC Storage Li
Premium quality – Improves over time
The CENPAC Storage Li building block concept

The storage capacity can be expanded to suit customer requirements. The individual options for product installation
offer the optimum size for all your needs. If energy use increases, you can just install more storage modules. Installation
is simple and can be performed on any solar system, so it is equally suitable for both new and pre-existing systems.

The battery storage system can also be expanded easily at a later date. The storage modules have a life cycle of up to
20 years thanks to the maintenance-free lithium-ion batteries, while they also demonstrate an impressively high level
of efficiency.

CENPAC Storage Li is particularly reliable and secure thanks to its multi-level security concept. Each storage module is
a self-contained system.

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An investment with
obvious advantages
Durability
System layout of up to 20 years thanks to lithium-ion technology
Reliability
VARTA technology, more than 125 years’ experience
Capacity
From 3.7 kWh to 13.8 kWh expandable on a modular basis in a single device
Power supply security
Emergency power option in the event of a power failure

Simple, functional
and high quality
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The components of the CENPAC Storage Li

1 Solar modules: Convert the sunlight to direct current

2 Inverter: Converts direct current into grid-compatible alternating current

3 Storage battery: Saves the solar current and controls the charging and discharging processes

4 Grid connection 5 Power consumers 6 Energy grid

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 3 CENPAC Storage x.x.
The optimum solution for retrofitting

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The components of the CENPAC Storage x.x.

1 Solar modules: Convert the sunlight to direct current

2 Inverter: Creates grid-ready alternating current from the direct current that has been produced

3 Sunny Island: For charging and discharging the battery

4 Storage battery: Stores solar power that is not used immediately and makes it available when needed

5 Sunny Home Manager: Regulates the flow of energy between the photovoltaic system, the storage system, the household
and the public power grid

6 Grid connection: Household buys or feeds in energy

7 Energy grid: The intelligent storage system from Centrosolar first supplies its power to consumers and then charges the battery.
Surplus electricity is fed into the grid and remunerated separately.
8 Power consumers: Are supplied with energy straight from the system or flexibly from the energy storage system – as required.
Any additional demand is covered by the grid.

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Three optimised
storage sizes
The right solution for every size:
Optimised combinations for solar power systems with a storage solution for single-family households.

CENPAC Storage 14.8

CENPAC Storage 12.0

CENPAC Storage 7.4

Battery size [kWh] 7.4 (net 3.7)* 12.0 (net 6.0)* 14.8 (net 7.4)*
Most suitable for PV system size [kWp] 3.0 to 6.0 4.0 to 9.0 4.5 to 10.5
Roof area required for PV system [m²] approx. 23 to 45 approx. 30 to 68 approx. 34 to 79
Self-consumption [%] 52 to 77 40 to 70 35 to 67
Energy independence [%] 55 to 68 65 to 80 70 to 85
Assumption: 4,000 kWh/year energy consumption; consumption profile of a typical four-person family (with one person at home during the day).
The best-suited PV system size is calculated based on optimum utilisation of the subsidy and the best possible technical operation of the batteries.
*A net capacity at a depth of discharge of 50% (DOD) at 2,500 cycles is the optimum operating range according to the manufacturer.

Completely reliable
and safe
Energy storage systems are now an integral part of our daily lives – whether car batteries or batteries for mobiles and
laptops. As reliable and safe solutions, they have found their way into our everyday lives. Our similarly integral storage
solutions mean your self-produced solar power is available to you night and day – just as reliably, and perfectly safe.

ƒƒThe system is completely preconfigured.

ƒƒTried and tested lead-gel technology ensures
maximum reliability.
ƒƒSpace-saving installation: The battery frame is
no bigger than two standard drinks crates
(you will not need more than two battery
frames, each containing four batteries)
ƒƒDimensions: 550 x 950 x 225 mm (HxWxD)
ƒƒThe lead batteries can be recycled at the end
of their long life cycle, making them extremely
environmentally friendly Centrosolar storage batteries

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 High performance with
tradition and innovation
A pioneer from day one

Centrosolar is one of the industry pioneers. The company was formed from three of the first photovoltaic retail com-
panies. One of the predecessor companies, Biohaus, based in Paderborn, Germany, has more than 25 years’ experi-
ence in the solar business. In just a few years, Centrosolar has evolved into one of the leading lights in the industry.

The decades of experience are reflected in our products. We only market solar modules
manufactured in our own facilities. With a production capacity of 350 megawatt peak (MWp), the Sonnenstromfabrik
in Wismar on the Baltic Sea is one of the largest solar module producers in Europe. As many as 4,000 solar modules
can be manufactured in Wismar each day.

System solutions of the highest quality

The success of our group of companies is inextricably linked to the satisfaction of our customers, employees and our social
environment. Along with our subsidiaries, we manufacture all the essential components for a solar power system in our
factories. We use this extensive system know-how for our research and development, and work continuously to maxim-
ise the quality of our products. This is how we develop continuously innovative solutions, which raise the bar in terms of
durability and efficiency.

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Our quality protects
your investment
‘Made in Germany’ quality
Our products and services undergo extensive quality testing
Highest yields
Our modules regularly deliver higher than expected yields – tested and confirmed numerous times

System efficiency
Optimum alignment of all Centrosolar system components ensures maximum efficiency

Warranty terms
We offer our customers maximum security with a product warranty of up to 20 years and a performance
warranty of up to 30 years

Excellent service
Our service network of trained installation partners ensures professional and fast service

Sustainability
When solar modules are removed from service, Centrosolar takes them back and recycles them according
to the latest standards

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