Battery Energy Storage Systems with Grid-connected Solar Photovoltaics : A Technical Guide (BR 514) (Paperback)

Executive Summary
Glossary
1 Introduction
1.1 Storing Solar Surplus
1.2 Providing a Back-up Power Supply
2 Batteries
2.1 Lead-acid Batteries
2.2 Lithium-ion Batteries
2.3 Battery Characteristics
3 Battery Charging
3.1 Charge Profile for Lead-acid Batteries
3.2 Charge Profile for Lithium-ion Batteries
3.3 Opportunity Charging
3.4 Charge Profile for Grid-connected PV Storage Systems
4 System Components and Configurations
4.1 System Components
4.2 System Configurations
5 System Operation
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Basic Time-shifting Operation
5.3 Average vs Peak Load Profile
5.4 Winter Mode
5.5 Other Operating Modes
6 Design and Installation Requirements
6.1 System Sizing
6.2 Component Intercompatibility
6.3 Battery Protection
6.4 PV Array/String Overcurrent Protection
6.5 DC Cables and Component Ratings
6.6 Inverter/Charger Location
6.7 Battery Installation
6.8 Isolation and Switching for Off-grid Operation
6.9 Hazard Warning Signs
7 References and Further Reading
7.1 References
7.2 Further Reading