AS of September 2024, privately owned rooftop solar capacity in South Africa has exceeded 6 GW. With such a substantial investment, it is more important than ever to ensure its protection and longevity.
During a power outage, users often need to manually switch off high-consumption appliances like geysers, pool pumps, and heaters to conserve battery power and protect solar installations from overloading.
This process can be time-consuming and requires constant monitoring, especially during critical incidents such as cable faults. When users are not home, it becomes impossible to manage these appliances, leading to unnecessary battery drain.
This not only reduces the available power for essential devices but also shortens the overall life expectancy of the batteries. Over time, this can result in increased costs and reduced efficiency of solar and backup systems. In response to this rapid growth in rooftop solar installations and the need for smart management of solar systems, CBi-electric: low voltage has expanded on its already very popular and reliable Astute Range by launching the new CBi-electric Astute Smart Power Indicator (ASPI) – a cutting-edge device designed to enhance load management and home automation. With Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled connectivity, the ASPI offers real-time home automation of electrical systems.
Notifications when needed
By using the CBI Home App, users can view the status of their Eskom supply or alternative power sources and receive instant notifications when the power goes off.
This functionality provides seamless integration with other Astute devices, allowing users to automate the control of non-essential or high-consumption loads like geysers, pool pumps, and heaters during outages.
The ASPI’s advanced features not only offer convenience but also protect your power systems. Through user-defined automations, the device prevents power inverters from overloading and ensures optimal battery usage by using the existing installation of Astute Devices, such Astute Smart Controllers (ASC), Isolators (ASI) and Plugs (ASP), to switch off non-essential loads during power interruptions.
Ideal for residential, commercial, agricultural
The system also minimises the risks of high inrush currents when power is restored, by managing the switch-on process with time delays. Ideal for residential, commercial, agricultural, and light industrial applications, the ASPI brings next-level automation and IoT control to any environment.
The ASPI is designed for those looking to take control of their energy usage and automate their home or business with ease. Whether managing power consumption during a power outage or safeguarding power inverters and batteries from overload, the ASPI provides a comprehensive solution.
Its simple installation and integration with the CBI Home App make it a user-friendly option for anyone seeking efficient power management without the hassle of manual intervention.
Contact CBi-electric for more information or visit http://www.cbi-lowvoltage.com/
