Tesla Energy and smart electrical panel maker SPAN have introduced an innovative partnership, launching the SPAN + Tesla Powerwall 3 bundle. This cutting-edge solution combines a smart home battery backup system with advanced energy management capabilities.
In a recent announcement on LinkedIn, SPAN highlighted that this bundle offers “special bundled pricing and next-level functionality for the most advanced home energy management technology on the market.” It promises real-time energy insights and the ability to control backup loads from anywhere using the SPAN App.
The bundle is priced at USD11,500, excluding installation and taxes. While a Tesla Powerwall 3 typically costs at least $8,400 before taxes and installation, and a SPAN panel retails for USD 3,500 before taxes and installation, this bundle offers a savings of around $400, not accounting for potential federal tax credits and rebate savings.
One of the standout features of the SPAN + Tesla Powerwall 3 bundle is its impressive 13.5 kWh of stored energy capacity and the provision of whole-home energy data. The bundle extends the Tesla Powerwall 3’s backup duration by a remarkable 40% during a power outage. This extended duration is made possible by SPAN’s app, which allows precise control over which appliances receive power, eliminating waste.
Currently available in California and Texas, the bundle will be rolled out to more states throughout the year. SPAN will match customers with installers who are certified for both SPAN and Tesla products, ensuring a seamless installation process.
SPAN, led by CEO Arch Rao, who previously served as the head of products at Tesla, began selling its smart electrical panel in 2020. As consumers increasingly electrify their homes, the panel empowers them with greater control and insights into their energy usage.
In addition to the bundle, Tesla has released more details about its new generation home energy storage system, the Powerwall 3. One exciting revelation is the confirmation from Tesla CEO Elon Musk that the Powerwall 3 boasts an impressive peak power output of 30 kW.
While Tesla has been using both the Powerwall 2+ and the Powerwall 3 based on installation requirements, the company is working on further improvements enabled by the Powerwall 3 technology.
A recent webinar for Tesla installers revealed additional interesting details about the Powerwall 3. Most Powerwall 2 installations involved multiple units due to power limitations rather than energy capacity constraints. Households needed more continuous power capacity to run critical electric equipment on the battery pack.
With the same 13.5 kWh energy capacity, a single Powerwall 3 can power an average household for hours. For those requiring more energy capacity, Tesla is working on a new version of the Powerwall 3 without power inverter components, making it easier and more cost-effective to stack multiple units.