Hanchu ESS Hybrid Inverter and Battery Storage

Hanchu ESS is an energy storage manufacturer focused on making home battery systems safer, smarter and more reliable. Their products are built around long lifespan LFP battery technology and are designed to give homeowners a simple way to store solar energy, reduce reliance on the grid and take more control of their electricity use.

Hanchu’s home solution combines a single phase hybrid inverter with a high capacity 9.4 kWh battery. Together, they work with your solar panels to store spare daytime generation and use it later in the evening and overnight, helping you maximise self consumption and lower your energy bills.

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EcoFlow PowerOcean Hybrid Inverter and Battery Storage

EcoFlow is a global clean energy brand focused on making home power simple, safe and sustainable. We are an EcoFlow partner and we recommend their systems because they combine smart design with dependable performance, outstanding safety and class leading warranty giving households a clear path to energy independence.

The PowerOcean is a modular inverter and battery system that pairs with your rooftop solar panels to store daytime generation for use in the evening and overnight. PowerOcean scales with your needs, from a compact setup to large capacity storage for busy family homes. The standard configuration is from 5kWh to 15kWh of storage.

The EcoFlow PowerOcean also supports the optional ATS fast switchover backup so essential circuits keep running during a power cut.

The Solar People supply, install and support EcoFlow PowerOcean systems across the country. We handle survey, system design, installation and certification in house, and we will help you choose the right capacity so you get the best value from your solar. If you want cleaner power, lower bills and a reliable home backup, EcoFlow PowerOcean with The Solar People is a smart place to start.

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Hanchu ESS Inverter

The Hanchu single phase hybrid inverter is the control centre of the system. It manages your solar generation, supplies power to the home, and charges or discharges the battery automatically based on what your property needs.

Sizes available: 3.68 kW, 5.0 kW, 6.0 kW, 8.0 kW, 10kW, (single phase)

Built for outdoor installation: IP66 rated enclosure

Backup capable (when designed correctly): EPS/UPS function with switch time ≤10 ms for essential circuits during a power cut

Monitoring and control: supports Wi-Fi monitoring and the Hanchu iESS platform/app

Optimisation features: includes functions such as shadow management to help in less than ideal conditions

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Hanchu 9.4 kWh Batteries

Hanchu’s home battery option is the LVES Home L Series 9.4 kWh low voltage battery. It is designed for high usable capacity, strong safety performance, and long service life.

Battery size: 9.4 kWh per battery unit

Cell chemistry: LFP blade cells with CTP design

Usable energy: 95% depth of discharge (DoD)

Safety: integrated aerosol fire protection system

Protection rating: IP65 rated enclosure

Performance: supports up to 100A charge and discharge

Communications: CAN and RS485, plus wireless monitoring options

Warranty: 12 year warranty (manufacturer terms apply)

Adding more storage: multiple 9.4 kWh batteries can be connected in parallel up to 16 units, where design and installation conditions allow

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Home Hybrid Inverter and Battery Storage System

EcoFlow PowerOcean

  • Outstanding 15-year warranty
  • Built in battery safety
  • Scalable
  • Now with AI functionality

EcoFlow PowerOcean

• Modular home battery plus hybrid inverter for UK single phase homes
• LiFePO4 cells for high safety and long life
• IP65 weather resistant design for indoor or outdoor installation
• Control with EcoFlow app and web portal

Storage

• Start at 5 kWh per battery pack with guaranteed minimum 6000+ cycles
• Expand to 15 kWh per inverter with three packs
• Scale to 45 kWh with three inverters

Inverter

• Single phase hybrid options at 3.68 kW, 5kW or 6 kW
• Works with new solar arrays or suitable existing PV
• Quiet operation with a compact footprint

Backup

• Add EcoFlow Gateway for power cut protection
• Keeps priority circuits on with fast switchover

Safety

• Advanced battery management with pack level isolation
• Built in fire mitigation features

Smart control

• Real time monitoring and scheduling in the app
• Web portal for deeper insights and remote updates

Warranty

• 15 year limited warranty with long cycle life

Typical fit

• Floor stacked design with tidy cable routing
• Ideal for garages, utility rooms, or exterior walls
• Homes wanting reliable storage, simple controls, quick expansion, and robust backup
• Suitable for new PV installs or upgrades

Built To Last

At the heart of EcoFlow PowerOcean lies an advanced LFP battery pack engineered for performance and safety. It blends high-efficiency output with multi-layer protection so you get dependable power with total peace of mind.

• Long life LFP cells
Rated for over 6,000 cycles with a 15 year warranty, designed for daily use while retaining strong capacity.

• Weather ready enclosure
IP65 protection guards against dust and water ingress so the system can handle real world conditions in lofts, garages, and utility spaces.

• Multi layer safety architecture
Each battery pack has its own integrated BMS to monitor cells and connections. If one pack has an issue the rest keep running, and a built in fire prevention module adds another line of defence.

• High voltage efficiency
PowerOcean uses a high voltage architecture that supports efficient energy conversion and straightforward expansion as needs grow.

• Installer friendly design
Modular packs simplify handling and scaling, with robust monitoring through the EcoFlow app and web portal.

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The EcoFlow PowerOcean Gateway equips you with up to 6kW of continuous off-grid power. Independence isn’t just about energy; it’s about continuity during power outages, getting all essential home appliances backed up at once, and ensuring an uninterrupted lifestyle. Feel the power of independence.

Hanchu ESS – 7kW EV Charger

Smart Home Charging, Made Simple
Charge your electric car safely and conveniently at home with the Hanchu ESS EV Charger. It is designed to be reliable, easy to use, and flexible enough to suit different households and vehicle types.

Choose the Right Power Level
Available in 7 kW, 11 kW and 22 kW options, with either a tethered cable or a Type 2 socket version, so you can pick the setup that fits your driveway and your car.

Control and Scheduling
Take control of charging through the app, RFID access, or simple plug and charge. You can also schedule charging times to match your routine and make the most of off peak electricity rates.

Protects Your Home Supply
With Dynamic Load Balancing, the charger can manage charging around the rest of your home’s electrical demand, helping to prevent overloads when appliances are running.

Built In Safety as Standard
The charger includes key safety protections such as PEN fault protection and Type A + DC 6 mA leakage detection, alongside protection for overload, temperature, short circuit and surges.

Perfect for Smart Tariffs
It pairs well with smart EV tariffs, letting you schedule charging overnight when electricity can be significantly cheaper.

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EcoFlow PowerPulse – 7kW EV Charger

Turn Solar into Mileage
Harness solar power like never before. The PowerPulse charger turns boundless solar energy into a sustainable fuel source for your electric vehicle.

Perfect Synergy with PowerOcean
Break free from the limitations of conventional charging. PowerPulse adapts to your charging needs. Whether operating solo or seamlessly syncing with PowerOcean solutions, it elevates your EV charging experience to perfection.

PowerOcean instantly harnesses photovoltaic energy, optimises energy consumption, provides exceptional load management, and delivers immediate power to your EV.

Perfect to pair with certain tariffs where you can access half price electric overnight.
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PowerGlow – Smart Immersion Heater

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Turn Solar Power into Hot water

With EcoFlow PowerGlow, you can make use of clean and sustainable solar energy for water heating. Combine with PowerOcean, or integrate with a third-party PV system using a smart meter to utilise surplus solar energy to heat your water and elevate your water heating experience.

EcoFlow PowerGlow can dynamically adjust heating power at the watt level to maximise every bit of surplus solar power for water heating. Its starting power reaches as low as 5W, meaning less energy is wasted and more solar power is used.

EcoFlow PowerInsight Home Energy Monitor

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Discover your home’s eco-friendly potential.

Curious about your home’s eco-friendliness? You’ll find all the answers here! PowerInsight is a comprehensive energy dashboard that lets you easily view your home energy data in real-time, by day, month, or even year.

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Hanchu ESS Special Offer

14 x Aiko Neostar2 465w all black mono panels. 25 year product warranty and 30 year performance warranty.

1 x HanchuESS 5kW Hybrid inverter. 12 years manufacturers warranty.

1 x HanchuESS 9.4kWh LFP battery banks. 12 year manufacturer’s warranty.

14 x Enviroguard black steel mesh bird protection

14 x Clenergy Pro+ roof mounting kit.

1 x Side of scaffolding

1 x Site survey

1 x MCS certification.

1 x Installation warranty and HIES insurance backed warranty (5 years)

1 x DNO notification

1 x Part P building regs certificate

All documents required to apply for SEG (Smart Export Guarantee)

All sundries required to install to MSC MIS3002 requirements.

Remote server monitoring with unlimited remote customer support.

Get all this at the Low Low price of £7,635.00

Additional sized systems available

EcoFlow PowerOcean Special Offer with Power Cut Gateway

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14 x Aiko Neostar2 465w all black mono panels. 25 year product warranty and 30 year performance warranty.

1 x EcoFlow PowerOcean 5kW Hybrid inverter. 15 years manufacturers warranty.

1 x EcoFlow PowerOcean 5.1kWh LFP battery banks with built in BMS and fire protection. 15 year manufacturer’s warranty.

1 x EcoFlow Gateway (Single-Phase)

1 x EcoFlow home energy monitoring tablet.

14 x Enviroguard black steel mesh bird protection

14 x Clenergy Pro+ roof mounting kit.

1 x Side of scaffolding

1 x Site survey

1 x MCS certification.

1 x Installation warranty and HIES insurance backed warranty (5 years)

1 x DNO notification

1 x Part P building regs certificate

All documents required to apply for SEG (Smart Export Guarantee)

All sundries required to install to MSC MIS3002 requirements.

Remote server monitoring with unlimited remote customer support.

Get all this at the Low Low price of £9,150.00

Additional sized systems available

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Hanchu iESS App and Online Monitoring

The Hanchu iESS app gives you a clear, simple view of your home energy in one place. From an easy dashboard you can see your solar generation, battery level, household consumption and grid import or export in real time, with history and trends so you can track performance over days, weeks and months. You can access the same information remotely through the online portal, so you can check on your system whether you are at home or away. The platform also lets you adjust key settings and operating modes, set schedules, and make smarter use of your battery around your routine, including time of use periods where this is configured as part of your system setup.

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EcoFlow App

The EcoFlow App puts you in complete control of your home energy. From one easy-to-use dashboard, you can monitor how much solar power you’re generating, how full your batteries are, and exactly how your household is using electricity, all in real time. The app gives you a clear overview of your system’s performance with detailed insights and historical data so you can track savings and understand your usage patterns.

When paired with EcoFlow’s AI-powered Home Energy Management System (HEMS), the app automatically optimises when to charge or discharge your batteries, helping you make the most of your solar and lower your bills. It also supports dynamic electricity tariffs so your system can take advantage of cheaper rates when energy prices drop.

You can manage everything remotely from your smartphone or through the web portal, whether you’re at home or away. The EcoFlow App also lets you set backup reserves for outages, prioritise essential circuits, and control connected smart devices such as EV chargers and heating systems.

Simple, smart, and designed for modern living, the EcoFlow App gives you full visibility and control of your energy, helping you get closer to true home energy independence.

AI Assistant

The EcoFlow AI Assistant is an intelligent home energy management feature designed to optimise how you use your solar panels and battery storage. It constantly analyses your energy production, household consumption, weather forecasts, and electricity tariff rates, then automatically makes smart decisions to lower your bills and increase your energy independence. Instead of you having to guess when to charge or discharge your battery, the EcoFlow AI Assistant does it for you, making sure you use more of your own solar power, avoid expensive grid energy, and stay prepared for power cuts or peak pricing. It turns a standard solar setup into a fully optimised, self-managing smart energy system.

EcoFlow make huge strides into the UK market

EcoFlow has opened its new UK headquarters in Birmingham at the Bruntwood University Centre, a key step in its UK expansion. West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker attended the launch, following his recent trade mission to secure investment for the region.

The new base reflects strong UK demand for portable and residential energy solutions and will create 35 jobs this year across engineering, customer service, marketing, and business development. EcoFlow will partner with local universities to support skills in clean energy and advanced technology and will join the West Midlands Global Growth Programme. With its Birmingham hub, EcoFlow is set to help power homes, communities, and businesses on the path to net zero and money saving.