Three blocks for a 15 kWh reserve
This bundle brings together EcoFlow’s STREAM AC 5000 unit and two extension batteries 5000. Put together, these elements form a 15 kWh reserve, the value stated for the bundle. The main unit on its own lists a capacity of 5,024 Wh as the data sheet presents it, and LiFePO4 chemistry.
Contexts of use
A detached house fitted with solar panels can use it to store surpluses. A small office, a guesthouse or a neighbourhood shop can see it as a way to spread its consumption over the day. In every case it is the power of your appliances that sets the running time, not capacity alone: add it up carefully.
Design according to the data sheet
A housing meant for outdoors
The stated IP65 rating protects the main unit against dust and water jets. It measures 295 x 489 x 287mm and weighs 44,6 kg: it is the heaviest piece to plan for in transport. Operation is stated as -20 to 55 (the data sheet does not specify the unit of these values; refer to the manual).
Communication
The link is made through Wifi, Bluetooth and CAN. Wifi and Bluetooth generally serve for remote configuration; the exact use of the CAN port depends on the manufacturer and is covered in its documentation.
Setting up
- Reserve a wall or slab able to carry the 44,6 kg unit and its modules.
- Line up the extension batteries as the manual shows, respecting the clearance distances.
- Make the links between the elements before switching on.
- Have a qualified electrician check the connection to the home installation.
Sizing your project well
Before buying, record your household’s consumption over several weeks, note the peak hours and spot the most demanding appliances. Then compare this data with the 15 kWh reserve and with the limits of the main unit. If in doubt, it is better to ask an installer for advice than to assume that the capacity will cover every case: the manufacturer’s manual states the conditions for combining modules.
Strengths
- 15 kWh reserve spread over three blocks, hence easier to carry than a single module.
- Three means of communication.
- IP65 rating for a location exposed to ambient humidity.
Specifications
- Brand: EcoFlow
- Battery type: LiFePO4
- Battery capacity in Wh: 5,024 Wh
- Bundle capacity: 15 kWh
- Connectivity: Wifi, Bluetooth, CAN
- Temperature range: -20 to 55
- Weather protection: IP65
- Dimensions: 295 x 489 x 287mm
- Weight: 44,6 kg
Safety and care
Do not block the faces of the unit, keep it away from heat sources and flammable products, and never immerse it in water despite its IP65 rating. Examine the cables now and then, wipe the housing dry and follow the manual’s recommendations for long-term storage. Before any extension, check that the elements are compatible with each other.
