Zendure releases pre-sized home solar and energy storage kit

Chinese home solar company Zendure has announced it has launched its SolarFlow Kit for customers in North America. The product is a “plug-and-play” residential solar solution that debuted in the European market in 2023.

The set-up includes a rigid 1,640 W solar panel comprised of four solar modules, a power controller called the Hub 2000, and dual maximum power point trackers (MPPT) rated up to 1.8 kW. The SolarFlow Kit also includes two lithium iron phosphate batteries with expandable storage, a microinverter with up to 1.2 kW output and a smart meter current transformer.

Zendure said its product can be installed without the need for permits or grid connections, enabling homeowners to set it up independently. The Zendure website says that while a ground-mount setup can be self-installed, it is advised to hire a professional and to consult local authorities with regard to permitting where rooftop systems are concerned. The package does not come with mounting hardware.

The AB2000S battery has a storage capacity of 1.92 kWh and can be expanded up to 7.68 kWh with additional batteries. Its safety features include aerosol fire suppression, a battery management system for optimized performance, and a self-heating function to prevent battery degradation in sub-zero temperatures.

The system is designed to address high electricity costs. Zendure said the SolarFlow Kit system can offset up to 3.5 MWh per year, leading to up to $1,260 in annual savings. The product retails directly through Zendure and on Amazon, with pricing starting at $3,932.

Zendure has corporate centers in Silicon Valley, in the USA; in the Greater Bay Area of China; and in Japan and Germany. The company was founded in 2017.