Residential Energy Storage Solutions: The Future of Home Energy

Residential energy storage systems save surplus renewable energy for later use during high demand or low production periods.

Key Differences: Residential vs. Grid Energy Storage

Residential Energy Storage

  • Stores energy for household use
  • Battery-based systems (lithium-ion)
  • Lower voltage/current, more frequent cycles throughout the day
  • Installed in homes with easy-to-install connectors

Grid Energy Storage

  • Stores large-scale energy for grid stabilizatione
  • Larger systems (pumped hydro, grid batteries)
  • Higher voltage/current, used for peak demand shaving
  • Used in utility-scale, often requiring more complex installations

Inside battery-powered homes

Infineon’s ICs for power conversion and battery management with Phoenix Contact’s easy-to-use, robust connectors ensure reliable, long-lasting systems for every home.

Visual: Image of residential energy storage system

Key functions & tech

1. Energy management

Function: Controls the charge and discharge cycles for optimal energy use

Key technologies:

  • BMS ICs Monitors battery health, voltage & temperature for safe usage

2. Battery modules

Function: Store renewable energy for later use

Key technologies:

  • LPT Lever-Actuated PCB Terminal Blocks Perfect for battery module connections
  • FINEPITCH 0.8mm & 1.27mm Board-to-Board Connectors Ensures secure and efficient battery module connections

3. Inverter Stage

Function: Converts DC to AC power for use in homes

Key technologies:

  • CoolGaN Efficient power conversion at the inverter stage
  • CoolSiC Optimal for inverter power conversion

With advanced electronic components from Infineon and Phoenix Contact, residential energy storage offers energy independence, cost savings and environmental benefits for a greener tomorrow.

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