This year at the RE+ tradeshow in Anaheim, CA, Generac, a U.S.-based, leading global designer, manufacturer and provider of energy technology solutions and other power products, announced the launch of its new PWRcell 2 Home Energy Storage System product series, featuring PWRcell 2 and PWRcell 2 MAX.
The PWRcell 2 Series empowers installers to succeed with a more powerful, resilient and smart home energy ecosystem, as well as a lead-driven path to business growth, all backed by a national network of expert sales, installation, and service support.
“With rising energy costs and increasingly frequent power outages, home energy management is critical for our customers. With PWRcell 2 and PWRcell 2 MAX, we are enabling smarter, powered homes that deliver reliability and resilience while providing customers the ability to quickly respond to their changing energy needs,” said Generac President, Energy Technology, Norm Taffe. “The products function both as standalone, next generation home energy storage systems and as part of a cohesive smart energy ecosystem that provides resiliency and greater savings on energy costs.”
PWRcell 2 vs PWRcell 2 MAX
The PWRcell 2 Home Energy Storage System is AC-coupled and includes a modular battery cabinet, an inverter, and a smart disconnect switch (SDS). The system delivers up to 18 kWh of storage capacity in a single cabinet, which is 33% more backup capability than other industry leaders. That could be the difference between keeping the lights, fridge, A/C or other essential loads running during an outage.
PWRcell 2 has enough power to start virtually any load, including a 5-ton A/C unit, so homeowners don’t have to sacrifice comfort when using battery backup. If even more power is needed, the smart disconnect switch enables system expansion up to 19.2 kW of AC-coupled PV, as well as expansion to include 2 inverters and 4 battery cabinets for up to 72 kWh of storage and 23 kW continuous power. The SDS also provides an uninterrupted power transition, so homeowners don’t even notice when the power goes out and their sensitive electronics stay protected.
PWRcell 2 MAX, available 2H 2025, has all the great features from PWRcell 2 but also introduces high-efficiency battery modules capable of greater power throughput and optimal performance in wider temperature and state of charge (SOC) ranges. PWRcell 2 MAX will be the most powerful battery yet with up to 11.5 kW max continuous power and a total LRA greater than 200 with just one inverter and battery cabinet, capable of starting multiple A/C units or other large loads.
Leveraging the whole home energy ecosystem
The PWRcell 2 Series also integrates seamlessly with other Generac products to transform system monitoring and backup capabilities, creating the ultimate home energy ecosystem. Homeowners today are looking for more flexibility, control and peace of mind, and that’s exactly what the PWRcell 2 ecosystem is designed to provide.
An integrated Generac home standby generator, the #1 choice in North America, provides virtually endless* backup and peace of mind in case of extended outages. If the grid is down and battery energy falls below a set threshold, the generator will automatically kick on to charge PWRcell 2 and power the home.
*Subject to fuel availability.
And an integrated ecobee smart thermostat not only provides a convenient in-home display where anyone can view outage details and battery status, but it can also automatically adjust temperature set points during an outage to preserve stored energy and extend backup duration even further.
Work with a brand you trust
Generac knows it’s not just about a powerful product. That’s why they prioritize installer success every step of the way. Generac helps installers experience accelerated business growth through access to qualified leads and competitive pricing, as well as sales, marketing and installation support, all while harnessing the power of the Generac brand.
With 65 years of experience, 8,000 global employees, 2.5 million backup power customers and a growing ecosystem of energy technology solutions ranging from home standby and portable generators, to EV chargers and smart thermostats, Generac is uniquely positioned to continue to lead the evolution of the backup power industry.
PWRcell 2 and PWRcell 2 MAX are eligible for financing to qualifying customers through Mosaic and Palmetto’s Lightreach financial products and will be made available on all the existing Lightreach integrated 3rd party platforms at launch, with several more financing platforms to follow.
Installers interested in the PWRcell 2 Home Energy Storage System should contact the Generac Clean Energy Sales Team at [email protected] or 1-855-635-5186, option 1.
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