What this Solarbank Max is for
This Anker SOLIX Solarbank Max is a battery designed to collect the electricity from your panels and make it available later. It carries 7 kWh of LiFePO4 cells. What sets it apart in the range is its photovoltaic input: 10.000 W / 10 kWp, with up to 10 solar panels per string. A generous roof can therefore be connected without multiplying equipment.
How to picture it at home
For a dwelling
At daybreak, the panels feed the house and charge the battery; as the sun lowers, the reserve takes over. Control goes through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, as described in the manual.
For professional use
A farm, a warehouse or an office with a large roof may find a way here to spread its production better. Only a design office or a qualified installer can say whether 7 kWh and 10 kWp suit your consumption profile.
Materials, protection and format
The unit measures 670 × 356 × 325 mm and weighs 73 kg. Its IP66 rating and its operating range of -20 °C to 55 °C make it suitable for exposed locations, provided the manufacturer’s installation rules are followed. When choosing the spot, also think about cable length and about access for later checks. A light shelter is still preferable to limit dirt and direct sun exposure.
Questions to ask before installation
- Where will the battery be fixed, and can the support carry 73 kg?
- How many panels per string, and what total array power?
- What is the cable route to the distribution board?
- What formalities are needed with the network operator?
Connection to a household installation must always be carried out by a qualified installer. Do not make connections to the board or to the panel strings yourself: the direct-current voltage of a solar array can be dangerous.
What to remember about the model
Three elements stand out from the data provided: the 7 kWh capacity, the very wide photovoltaic input of 10.000 W / 10 kWp and the IP66 protection. Together they point to large roofs and outdoor installations.
Technical data
- Battery type: LiFePO4
- Battery capacity: 7 kWh
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- Temperature range: -20 °C to 55 °C
- Weather protection: IP66
- Dimensions: 670 × 356 × 325 mm
- Weight: 73 kg
- PV input: 10.000 W / 10 kWp, up to 10 solar panels per string
Safety rules
Do not open the housing or alter the original wiring. Respect the power and the number of panels per string given above, and do not mix cables of doubtful cross-section or condition. Leave space around the unit, keep flammable materials away and switch the installation off in case of smoke, unusual noise or deformation.
Maintenance and idle periods
Inspect the connectors and the mounting from time to time, and wipe the housing with a damp cloth. Avoid pressure washers. For a long shutdown, apply the manufacturer’s storage recommendations rather than leaving the unit in an unknown state of charge.
