Location: Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Installer: TEMS Solar
System Characteristics
Solar PV Capacity:7.83kWp
Panels Installed: 18x JINKO 435W
Inverter: Fox H1 5.0kW Hybrid Inverter
Battery Storage: Fox ECS 17.28kWh High Voltage Battery System
Case Study: High-Capacity Solar & Battery Installation – Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Project Overview
TEMS Solar completed a residential solar and battery installation in Harpenden, Hertfordshire. The system was designed to deliver strong solar generation alongside substantial energy storage capacity, enabling the homeowner to maximise self-consumption and significantly reduce reliance on grid electricity.
System Design & Specifications
The installation provides a total solar PV capacity of 7.83kWp using 18 JINKO 435W modules. The panels were arranged as a large south-east facing array, optimised to capture strong morning and daytime sunlight for consistent energy production.
A Fox H1 5.0kW hybrid inverter manages the system, efficiently integrating solar generation with battery storage. The system is paired with a large Fox ECS 17.28kWh high-voltage battery, allowing significant amounts of excess energy to be stored for use during evenings, overnight, or extended periods of low solar generation.
Installation Highlights
A key feature of this installation is the combination of a substantial solar array with an oversized battery system. The large south-east facing panel layout ensures strong daytime generation, while the high-capacity battery dramatically increases the amount of solar energy that can be stored and used later.
Results & Benefits
The installation provides the homeowner with:
Strong solar generation from a large south-east facing array
Exceptional energy storage capacity for extended use
Significantly increased self-consumption of solar energy
Reduced electricity bills and minimal reliance on the grid
Greater energy independence, including overnight usage
Conclusion
This project highlights the benefits of pairing a high-capacity solar array with a large battery system. TEMS Solar delivered a tailored solution that maximises energy usage, enhances independence from the grid, and provides long-term efficiency and cost savings.