Small 5kW battery backup system
Perfect for powering essential appliances, the 5-kilowatt battery backup system is designed to meet the needs of small households. The hybrid inverter means you can also upgrade to solar when you’re ready.
Ensure your essential appliances and devices have electricity during power outages with the installation of this small backup power solution.
- 8 x 500W panels
- 1 x 5kW hybrid inverter
- 1 x 5.12kWh LiFePO4 battery
- Installation
- 10 year product warranty
- 1-year workmanship warranty
At LookSee we’re all about delivering top-quality backup power solutions that will stand the test of time. Our installers are fully qualified, vetted, and accredited with the SAPVIA PV GreenCard Programme and/or the AREP P4 Quality Assurance Platform. Plus, our Quality Assurance programme ensures that our installers are always doing the best job.
Speak to our dedicated Customer Care Team about scheduling your site visit and a FREE consultation with one of our backup power experts.
- Solutions fully vetted and backed by Standard Bank
- Tier 1 products, backed by 10-year warranties on the inverter and batteries. Our solar panels come with a 10-year structural warranty and 25-year performance warranty
- Access to a mobile app to manage your installation
- Free consultation with an Energy Advisor to review your specific needs and provide a recommendation
- Flexible finance options
- Dedicated Customer Care Team to support and guide you on your journey
- Installations done by vetted and certified installers, with a 1-year workmanship warranty
- Certificate of Compliance issued upon installation
- Training and post-installation support provided
The 5kW inverter is designed to power a selection of your household’s essential loads during power outages.
These could include:
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Television
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Satellite decoder
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Gaming consoles
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Internet router and modem
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Computer
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Printer
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Cellphone charger
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Fridge/freezer
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Lights
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Ceiling/standing/desk fans
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Security cameras
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Electric fence
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Gate motor
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Garage door
The 5kW inverter is not designed to power high-consumption appliances and can be damaged if overloaded.
Our Energy Advisor will discuss your essential loads with you during the site visit and FREE consultation, but you should expect to have the following appliances excluded from your solar system.
- Geyser
- Stove
- Oven
- Kettle
- Tumble dryer
- Vacuum cleaner
- Heater
- Pool pump
To ensure your battery storage lasts throughout loadshedding, it is recommended that you reduce your consumption to a minimum if the power is out and the sun isn’t shining.
Although this battery has a rating of 5kWh, it is recommended that it does not get discharged below 80% of its capacity. As a result, you can expect to have 4kWh of stored electricity available to you during loadshedding, if the battery is fully charged.
You’ll also want to consider the expected length of the round of loadshedding so you can make sure your batteries last for the duration.
2 hours of loadshedding = 2kWh of battery storage per hour
4 hours of loadshedding = 1kWh of battery storage per hour
Want a more exact calculation?
Head to the LookSee Knowledge Hub to discover How much electricity your appliances use.
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What's included
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Features and Benefits
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What can I power?
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What can’t I power?
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Loadshedding protection
- 8 x 500W panels
- 1 x 5kW hybrid inverter
- 1 x 5.12kWh LiFePO4 battery
- Installation
- 10 year product warranty
- 1-year workmanship warranty
At LookSee we’re all about delivering top-quality backup power solutions that will stand the test of time. Our installers are fully qualified, vetted, and accredited with the SAPVIA PV GreenCard Programme and/or the AREP P4 Quality Assurance Platform. Plus, our Quality Assurance programme ensures that our installers are always doing the best job.
Speak to our dedicated Customer Care Team about scheduling your site visit and a FREE consultation with one of our backup power experts.
- Solutions fully vetted and backed by Standard Bank
- Tier 1 products, backed by 10-year warranties on the inverter and batteries. Our solar panels come with a 10-year structural warranty and 25-year performance warranty
- Access to a mobile app to manage your installation
- Free consultation with an Energy Advisor to review your specific needs and provide a recommendation
- Flexible finance options
- Dedicated Customer Care Team to support and guide you on your journey
- Installations done by vetted and certified installers, with a 1-year workmanship warranty
- Certificate of Compliance issued upon installation
- Training and post-installation support provided
The 5kW inverter is designed to power a selection of your household’s essential loads during power outages.
These could include:
-
Television
-
Satellite decoder
-
Gaming consoles
-
Internet router and modem
-
Computer
-
Printer
-
Cellphone charger
-
Fridge/freezer
-
Lights
-
Ceiling/standing/desk fans
-
Security cameras
-
Electric fence
-
Gate motor
-
Garage door
The 5kW inverter is not designed to power high-consumption appliances and can be damaged if overloaded.
Our Energy Advisor will discuss your essential loads with you during the site visit and FREE consultation, but you should expect to have the following appliances excluded from your solar system.
- Geyser
- Stove
- Oven
- Kettle
- Tumble dryer
- Vacuum cleaner
- Heater
- Pool pump
To ensure your battery storage lasts throughout loadshedding, it is recommended that you reduce your consumption to a minimum if the power is out and the sun isn’t shining.
Although this battery has a rating of 5kWh, it is recommended that it does not get discharged below 80% of its capacity. As a result, you can expect to have 4kWh of stored electricity available to you during loadshedding, if the battery is fully charged.
You’ll also want to consider the expected length of the round of loadshedding so you can make sure your batteries last for the duration.
2 hours of loadshedding = 2kWh of battery storage per hour
4 hours of loadshedding = 1kWh of battery storage per hour
Want a more exact calculation?
Head to the LookSee Knowledge Hub to discover How much electricity your appliances use.
LookSee’s Energy Loan provides flexible repayment terms to meet your budget.
Unfortunately not. A 5-kilowatt battery backup power system is designed to power a selection of your essential appliances for a limited period of time.
Yes, LookSee’s battery backup systems feature hybrid inverters. This means you can upgrade to solar at a later stage by installing eligible solar panels and connecting them to your inverter.
Note: It is advisable that you work with a qualified and experienced solar panel installer to ensure your warranty is not compromised.
Yes, overloading your inverter could lead to damage which is not covered by your warranty.
Some of the appliances you should not power with a 5-kilowatt backup power system include:
- Geyser
- Stove
- Oven
- Kettle
- Tumble dryer
- Vacuum cleaner
- Heater
- Pool pump
Yes, the inverter is designed to maintain a stable power supply.
Work with a professional installer who can assess your electricity needs and design a system that meets your requirements and is compatible with your appliances.
LookSee’s offers a FREE site visit and consultation with an Energy Advisor to ensure your power needs are met and all your questions are answered.
LookSee’s battery backup systems come with a 10-year warranty on both the inverter and battery storage.
Regular maintenance and ensuring you don’t overload the components can extend their lifespan.
While more expensive than lead-acid and deep cycle gel batteries, lithium-ion batteries are the top choice for backup power systems due to their greater depth of discharge, fast recharge rates and significantly higher life cycles.
However, the LiFePo4 (lithium iron phosphate) batteries, which LookSee supplies, are considered to be the best battery choice for backup power systems due to their superior depth of discharge levels and extended life spans.
Yes, LookSee offers a variety of payment options including Energy Loan, personal loan and home loan-based finance.
LookSee’s dedicated Customer Care Team can also help you find the best finance option for your needs and budget.
LookSee’s Knowledge Hub has all the information you need to make the most of your home from saving money to managing and improving your home.