Tesla, through its energy business unit, announced Friday the impressive growth of its Powerwall product in the global market. Tesla Energy‘s Twitter post (which has since been deleted) revealed that the company has deployed over 500,000 Powerwalls globally.
“Just surpassed 500k Powerwall installs globally!
Install before 10/31 and get a $500 rebate per Powerwall in the US & eligible US territories🔋”
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— Tesla Energy (@teslaenergy) June 16, 2023
That figure is certainly a significant milestone and continues improving with hundreds of new units each day.
More about the Tesla Powerwall
Production progress
Tesla’s shared its previous Powerwall installation milestone of 250,000 units on November 17, 2021.
That considered, Tesla managed to install another 250,000 units in just one and a half years. The production rate must be significantly more than 150,000 units annually over the preceding 18 months. According to some reports, the present output could potentially be twice as high.
Capacity
Tesla’s current Powerwall version has approximately 13.5 kilowatt-hours of usable battery capacity (14 kWh total). It also offers up to 5 kilowatts of continuous power output, which enables up to 7 kW for a 10-second peak.
Meanwhile, the Tesla Powerwall+ unit is the company’s integrated solar battery system which includes two separate inverters for battery and solar. It generates a nominal energy of about 13.5 kWh, while its continuous power output is up to 7 kW off-grid. It can also support up to 9.6 kW on its own, backed with a solar system.
Therefore, the total battery capacity of 500,000 Powerwalls would be around 6.8 GWh. It is considerably lower as Tesla initially had models with a varying battery capacity of around 7 kWh or 10 kWh.
| Specs | Powerwall+ | Powerwall |
| Energy Capacity | 13.5 kWh* | 13.5 kWh* |
| On-Grid Power | 7.6kVA / 5.8kVA continuous† | 5.8kVA continuous |
| Backup Power | 9.6kW / 7kW continuous† 22kW / 10kW peak† 118A max LRA start Seamless backup transition | 10kW peak 106A LRA start Seamless backup transition |
| Size and Weight | L x W x D 62.8 in x 29.7 in x 6.3 in 343.9 lbs | L x W x D 45.3 in x 29.6 in x 5.75 in 251.3 lbs |
| Inverter | Efficiency 97.5% Maximum Power Point Trackers: 4 Solar Input | – |
| Installation | Integrated inverter and system controller -4°F to 122°F Water and dust resistance | Floor or wall mounted Indoor or outdoor Up to 10 Powerwalls -4°F to 122°F Water and dust resistance |
| Certifications | Meets North American safety and EMI standards | Meets US and International safety and EMI standards |
| Warranty | 10 years | 10 years |
Pricing
Tesla Powerwall prices depend on various factors, including the type, market, and number of units. It also has installation costs.
For instance, US installation can cost $8,700. It should be noted that the cost per Powerwall drops as the number of units customers buy increases. It might only cost $24,000 for three Powerwalls.
In addition, Tesla also mentioned that incentives are available and that a $500 rebate is now accessible. However, customers can only receive the said rebate if they had their Powerwall installations before 10/31 in the US or other eligible US territories.
See Also:
- Tesla to launch its new Powerwall 3, per report
- Lennar launches Tesla neighborhood with Powerwalls in Las Vegas
- Tesla ramps up weekly production of 6,500 Powerwalls & 9K Battery Packs in Nevada
- Tesla urges buyers to choose the Model 3 with a new charging incentive
- Tesla halts Megapack production in Nevada to pursue new prospects
Indeed, the Tesla Powerwall plays a crucial role in facilitating the transition to sustainable energy. It effectively integrates renewable energy sources, particularly solar power, into the electrical grid. In effect, it ensures a consistent and reliable energy supply.
