System congurations
Scenario 3 :
Solar + Battery with backup
The IQCombiner5/5C is to be connected to the PV breaker on the
IQSystemController3/3G. In this scenario, the IQBattery5P’s
are to be connected directly to the IQSystemController and
not to the IQCombiner5/5C. Follow the instructions in the
IQSystemController3/3G QIG for more instructions on the
installation of this conguration.
This is the preferred conguration when homeowners want
complete energy independence. This is the most powerful
conguration available that ensures a home can remain powered
even if the utility grid shuts down. Depending on the size of the solar
and battery installed, the home can withstand grid outages for days
at a stretch.
The microinverter ranges supported in this conguration are
IQ6/ IQ7 or IQ8. The battery supported in this conguration is the
IQBattery5P. The IQSystemController3/3G is required to be
installed on-site to provide the grid-forming capability.
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AUTOTRANSFORMERIQ BATTERY
IQ COMBINER
AUXILIARY
CONTACT
IQ System Controller 3
Utility meter
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Grid
IQ6/IQ7 or IQ8
Microinverter
Control
wiring
Control
wiring
AC power line
PLC over AC line
Control
wiring
IQ Battery
Main load
center
IQ Battery
IQ Combiner 5/5C
IQ Combiner 5/5C Quick Install Guide7