System Sizing

      The following resources explain how to size the Powerwall 3 system to meet customer expectations, as well as how to determine which loads can be included in the backup circuit and what to do with loads that cannot be included.

      • Backup Loads Supported per Powerwall Quantity
      • Powerwall 3 DC System Sizing
      • AC-Coupled Solar System Sizing
      • Powerwall 3 Expansion Units
      • Undersized Powerwall 3 Systems
      • Powerwall 3 System Design Guide
      • Design Considerations
      • System Sizing
        • Backup Loads Supported per Powerwall Quantity
        • Powerwall 3 DC System Sizing
        • AC-Coupled Solar System Sizing
        • Powerwall 3 Expansion Units
        • Undersized Powerwall 3 Systems
      • Metering Considerations
      • Equipment Location
        • Product Mounting Requirements
        • Common Mounting Restrictions (Varies by Code)
      • Electrical Design Considerations
        • Backup Switch / Backup Gateway 2 / Gateway 3 Tie-in
        • Disconnecting Means
        • Meeting Rapid Shutdown (RSD) Requirements
        • NEC 705 Interconnection Code Compliance
      • Appendix A: Code Requirements
      • Appendix B: Revision Log
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