Shipping
Delivery takes place from Monday to Friday. Your solar modules arrive safely and well packaged. We are committed to the sustainable use of resources in all areas. You can track the dispatch status of your delivery at any time using track and trace. Collection is currently not possible.
Yes, in order to make the entire delivery process as smooth as possible, you should be on site to receive your balcony power station. Our shipping partner will contact you by email prior to delivery. You will find all the necessary information in it.
You can find the current delivery times online in the description of the item you have selected. Our shipping partner will inform you of the delivery date in good time to allow you to plan ahead.
Delivery takes place in a sturdy shipping carton. In order to fulfil our commitment to sustainability and resource management, we do not use wooden pallets. This saves you the expense of disposal and protects the environment.
We supply the entire EU region.
Basics
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No, for safety reasons, our balcony power plants are designed to switch off automatically if the connection to the power grid is interrupted. These systems are basically designed as on-grid systems, i.e. they only generate electricity when they are connected to the public grid.
A balcony power station or a plug-in solar power system simply produces clean, green electricity on your balcony. The system consists of one or two solar modules that are connected to an inverter and connected to your power grid via the socket. The inverter converts the electricity produced by your system into standard household alternating current.
If you live in a small and economical household, we recommend a set of 2 solar panels to cover your energy requirements. For households with many energy-intensive appliances such as tumble dryers, air conditioners, gaming PCs or water boilers, we recommend installing several panels to generate more of the energy you need yourself and become even more independent of your electricity supplier.
Your solar system is directly connected to your household electricity grid via a Schuko or Wieland plug. The solar power flows automatically to wherever it is needed at the moment.
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In addition to the legally mandated two-year warranty, you receive a manufacturer's warranty of up to 15 years on your inverter, as well as up to 30 years of performance warranty on your solar modules. Further information about each item can be found in the warranty statement.
Yes, even without direct sunlight, your solar system generates electricity. In general, the brighter it is, the more electricity is generated. However, to achieve the best results, you should ensure that the panels are as directly exposed to the sun as possible.
Yes, your plug-in solar system generates electricity throughout the year, even in winter and on cloudy days. However, since the sun shines longer and more intensely in summer, the yield is naturally much higher compared to the winter months.
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Depending on location and the number of solar modules, the costs of your plug-and-play solar system will be recouped within 5 to 8 years. As electricity prices are likely to increase in the future, it may happen even faster.
Yes, operating a plug-and-play solar system is tax-free for you.
Your balcony solar system consists of one or more solar modules that feed the generated electricity into the home power grid via an inverter. The connection can be made either via a Schuko or a Wieland plug with a corresponding Wieland socket. Additionally, there is the optional possibility to integrate a meter and to store the electricity generated on your roof or balcony in a battery.
The generated electricity is initially directed to your household appliances. If you don't fully consume it yourself, the surplus electricity is fed back into the public grid and can be used by nearby consumers, such as your neighbors. However, if you integrate a battery storage system into your setup, the excess electricity can be stored for later use, ensuring it's available for your own consumption.
Yes, your solar modules are waterproof and designed to withstand temperatures between -40°C and +85°C. The modules are well protected against rain, frost, and moisture, making them suitable for year-round use without worry.
Assembly
For maximum energy yield, it is recommended to align the solar modules facing south at a 30-40° angle. While orienting them towards the east or west may result in slightly less electricity generation throughout the day, it offers the advantage of higher yields in the mornings and evenings when the average electricity consumption in most households is highest. Avoiding a north-facing orientation is advisable due to the low solar irradiance.
Both the balcony and the railing in new buildings are designed to withstand the additional weight of the panels. Typically, the weight of your balcony solar system is less than that of an adult person.
Plug-and-play solar systems up to 800 watts can be easily self-installed using a Schuko plug. For balcony solar systems with a Wieland plug, you should only commission the system yourself if the appropriate Wieland socket at your home has been installed by a qualified electrician.
For micro PV systems with up to 2 modules, it may be possible to dispense with it, as the generated direct voltage is usually so low that it does not exceed the range of the so-called safety low voltage. If several modules are connected in series, the voltage increases, which may require equipotential bonding. Grounding is definitely advisable, especially if the module frames are within reach of people.
The maintenance effort of your solar system is extremely low. We recommend an annual visual inspection to check if any screws or similar components have loosened. If necessary, you can easily clean the panels with demineralized water. For heavy soiling, it's best to use isopropyl alcohol from the pharmacy.
Registration
In 2024, Germany increases the de minimis threshold from the current 600 watts to 800 watts, bringing it in line with Austria. The inverter capacity of your balcony power plant may then be 800 watts, up from the previous 600 watts. However, the power of the solar modules themselves may also be higher.
Yes, registration of your mini solar plant is necessary regardless of its power. However, balcony power plants with a power of up to 800 watts can be registered simplified with the local grid operator.
While it is technically possible, the feed-in tariff is currently too low compared to the electricity price, and the bureaucratic effort is too high. It would be better to consume the electricity generated during the day by adjusting the modules' orientation or through more efficient energy management, or to make it usable outside of production hours by using an optional energy storage system.
If you do not register your system and do not have a bidirectional meter, the grid operator cannot infer whether you are operating a plug-in solar system or not.
If the lease agreement does not mention that objects can be mounted on the outside of the building, you should first consult with your landlord. However, setting up a plug-and-play photovoltaic system on your balcony is possible without permission.
Yes, operating a mini-solar system is legal and does not require approval. It is sufficient to register with the grid operator.
Plug
Yes, you may connect your balcony solar power system to an existing socket using a Schuko plug.
No, that is not allowed. Overloading the power line could potentially lead to a fire in the worst case scenario.
No, the installation of a Wieland socket must be carried out by a qualified electrician.
This is a standard plug that fits into the "regular" socket in your household. You can find it on household appliances such as your refrigerator.
A Wieland plug is a sturdy plug where all electrically conductive parts are protected from touch by a plastic casing. To use the plug, a Wieland socket is required as the counterpart.
Your balcony power plant becomes voltage-free within 0.2 seconds when you pull the plug out of the socket. This eliminates the risk of electric shock.
Electricity measurement
There are several ways to measure the amount of energy. Firstly, through a power meter that is plugged between the socket and your system. Secondly, through apps that send you the performance data directly to your phone, or through inverters with integrated monitoring function.
To operate your balcony power station, you need a meter with a backstop or a bidirectional meter. It is important to note that old meters with a turntable that do not have a backstop symbol are not suitable as they can run backwards and therefore falsify the meter reading. When you register your plug-in solar system, the grid operator will usually check directly whether your electricity meter is suitable for use.
Your grid operator is usually responsible for replacing the meter. You can also store the electricity I produce myself? You can simply feed the energy you generate into a storage system and use it when needed. With our battery storage systems, you have a convenient and reliable way of remaining independent in the event of bad weather or a power cut.
The service life of the panels is usually between 20 and 25 years. If the system is properly maintained and cleaned on an ongoing basis, a service life of 40 years or more is also possible. The inverter has an average life expectancy of 15 years.
The inverter switches off automatically in the event of a power failure. A Plug & Play system is not suitable as a blackout precaution. With our batteries, however, you can become more independent of the electricity supplier.
A balcony power station with an output of 600 watts generates an average of around 600 kWh of electricity per year. In comparison, an 800 watt balcony power station generates around 800 kWh of electricity per year.