Concrete Pad Details for Ground-mounting Powerwall+ on Pre-Cast Concrete Pad an Existing Structural Wall

A7

In this mounting configuration, a concrete pad is placed at the base of the existing wall capable of supporting Powerwall+. Powerwall+ is mounted to the wall, allowing it to be vertically supported by the concrete pad and laterally supported by the existing wall.

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Note
Refer to Powerwall+ Anchoring Details for more information.

Concrete Pad Sizes

Number of Units Pad Width Pad Length
1 Powerwall+ 16 in (406 mm) 34 in (864 mm)
1 Powerwall+ and 1 Powerwall 16 in (406 mm) 34 in (864 mm)

Concrete Pad Requirements

  • Within the perimeter of the pad, excavate and remove all loose and organic material, compacting soil to a level surface. Embed the concrete in the soil per detail (below). Should AHJs require further embedment of footing, contractors shall consult a third party structural designer or other qualified person acceptable to the AHJ to abide by the requirements set by the AHJ.
Figure 1. Powerwall+ with Powerwall 2 Ground Mounted on Existing Structural Wall and Pre-Fabricated Concrete Pad (Side, Front Views)