Month: October 2025

Sungrow SBR Battery Review

Posted on by Thomas Yako

The Sungrow SBR battery has become one of Australia’s favourite home energy storage options. It offers a strong mix of reliability, performance and affordability, making it ideal for families who want to use more of their solar power and depend less on the grid.

Sungrow has been a trusted name in renewable energy for many years. The company is known for developing well-built and efficient solar and battery products that perform well in Australian conditions. The SBR battery helps you store excess solar power, keep essential appliances running during blackouts and gain more independence from the grid.

Sungrow SBR Battery Specs

Specification Details
Energy Capacity (per module) 3.2 kWh
Usable Capacity Range 6.4 to 25.6 kWh (Per Stack)
Continuous Power Output Up to 7.6 kW
Battery Chemistry Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP)
Operating Temperature -10°C to 50°C
Depth of Discharge 100%
Cycle Life More than 6000 cycles
IP Rating IP55 (indoor or outdoor use)
Warranty 10 years
Scalability 2 to 8 modules per stack. Up to 4 stacks in total
Compatibility Works with Sungrow hybrid inverters (SHRS and SHT)

 

The SBR battery connects directly with Sungrow hybrid inverters, creating a simple and efficient solar battery system that can grow over time.

Key Benefits of the Sungrow SBR Battery

  1. Flexible Design
    You can begin with a smaller setup and increase capacity later. Each module adds 3.2 kWh, with up to eight modules in a single stack.
  2. Excellent Value
    The SBR battery provides premium performance without the premium price tag. It is ideal for homeowners looking for dependable storage at good value.
  3. Safe and Durable Technology
    It uses Lithium Iron Phosphate cells, known for stability and long service life, which makes them ideal for Australian weather.
  4. Full Energy Use
    You can draw on the entire stored energy without wasted capacity thanks to its full depth of discharge.
  5. Seamless Compatibility
    Designed to work with Sungrow hybrid inverters, the system runs efficiently with fewer parts and easier setup.
  6. Backup Power
    During a blackout, the SBR can supply energy to critical appliances and lights when paired with a compatible inverter.
  7. Smart Monitoring
    The iSolarCloud app lets you check solar generation, power use and battery charge anytime from your phone.
  8. Easy Expansion
    If your household grows or you add high energy appliances, the system can be expanded with extra modules.
  9. Outdoor Ready
    The IP55 protection rating keeps the unit safe from dust and rain, so it can be installed indoors or outdoors.
  10. Trusted Brand Support
    Sungrow is a global clean energy company with a strong track record for quality and innovation.

What Are Modular Batteries?

A modular battery uses smaller units that work together as one system. This makes it flexible because you can start with a lower capacity and expand as your power needs grow. The Sungrow SBR follows this design, which gives it great long-term value and adaptability.

Is the SBR Battery Right for Bigger Projects?

The SBR battery is ideal for homes and small businesses that want dependable storage at a fair price.

For larger or three phase projects, Sungrow offers the SBH battery, which is designed for higher power and larger energy systems.

You can read more about the differences here: Sungrow SBR vs SBH – Which Is Right for You?

For most homes, though, the SBR battery delivers everything needed from simplicity to safety and great efficiency.

How Does the SBR Compare to the Tesla Powerwall 3?

Both the Sungrow SBR and the Tesla Powerwall 3 are excellent home batteries. The Powerwall 3 includes a built-in inverter and has a fixed 13.5 kWh capacity. It can be expanded with the Tesla Powerwall 3 Expansion Pack, reaching up to 54 kWh.

The Sungrow SBR, on the other hand, offers more flexibility thanks to its modular setup. It can start as small as 6.4 kWh and expand to 25.6 kWh per stack. It also connects directly to Sungrow hybrid inverters, which often means lower installation costs.

In short:

  • Sungrow SBR suits homes that want affordable and flexible storage.
  • Tesla Powerwall 3 suits homes that prefer an all-in-one, high-power setup.

Both are reliable choices, and the best option depends on your home and goals.

When the SBR Battery Makes Sense

Choose the Sungrow SBR if you:

  • Want a battery that grows with your needs
  • Value safety, quality and good pricing
  • Already use Sungrow solar products
  • Need backup during power loss
  • Plan to invest long term in solar energy

It’s a practical and affordable system that fits most Australian homes.

Does the Sungrow SBR Battery Have Any Limitations?

It may not suit very large commercial systems or properties that need full three phase backup. In those cases, the Sungrow SBH Battery model is usually a better fit.

For most households though, the SBR battery provides outstanding value, reliable backup and smart energy control.

Thinking of Installing a Sungrow SBR Battery?

SolarBright is an authorised Sungrow partner and an award-winning solar and battery installer. Our experienced team has completed thousands of installations across NSW and is known for quality service and honest advice.

We’ll design a solution that fits your needs and budget, then handle the full installation from start to finish.

Call 1300 852 622 or book your free consultation today to see how the Sungrow SBR battery can help you take control of your solar power and energy costs.

 

What is Solar Energy?

Posted on by Thomas Yako

Solar energy is a renewable, clean energy source from the sun. It is the energy used in generating electricity through solar photovoltaic (PV). The sun radiates its energy to Earth, which is captured to generate electricity to power electrical appliances.

Solar energy is gaining ground among property owners for its significant benefits. First, solar energy is renewable and abundantly available, especially in Australia, which receives a huge amount of sunlight.

Second, solar energy is free. The sun’s rays are free for us all to use. Hence, homes and offices that run on solar energy don’t pay to run their solar systems. Once you pay for setting up your solar power system, you only rely on the sun’s energy to run it. Plus, since solar systems don’t have moving parts, they boast low maintenance costs.

It is also worth noting that solar energy is green. Since solar energy is clean and emits no harmful gases into the atmosphere, it is more widely adopted by eco-conscious businesses and homes that cherish climate-friendly sources of electricity.

How Does Solar Energy Work?

We can all see solar panels mounted on roofs generating electricity to power homes and businesses, but not everyone may understand the process of how they work.

Solar panels feature photovoltaic (PV) cells that capture sunlight and convert it to electricity. When sunlight hits a solar panel, the cells generate a flow of electrons, creating an electric current in the panel.

However, the electricity generated is in DC (direct current) and cannot power home appliances until it is converted to AC (alternating current) power. For example, your fridge, lights, and machinery only run on AC. This is why the generated power is fed to an inverter, which converts it into alternating current for home and business uses.

This process similarly applies to other solar products like solar roof ventilation and solar skylights. Each system has an array of solar cells that convert solar energy into electricity.

However, while this explains how solar panels generate electricity and inverters convert it for home use, there is another component in the room that is worth acknowledging: solar battery storage. A complete solar power system extends to battery storage, which is essential for storing unused energy. Excess energy generated during the day can be stored in solar batteries or fed to the grid for money. More on solar batteries shortly.

The beauty of solar energy is rooted in its simplicity and use of green energy, which is evident in its adoption by many countries and governments’ support. For example, Australian governments offer rebates for homes and businesses that install solar panels and also battery storage. These rebates, including STCs (Small-scale Technology Certificates), are provided to encourage solar installation in the country to rescue the climate. You might want to check how many STCs your system is qualified for when you decide to go solar using this STC Solar Panel Rebate Calculator.

Modern Technologies that Capture Solar Energy

Solar technology has evolved over the years. At SolarBright, we realise how handy it is to offer our customers products that turn solar energy into practical uses. Here are a few of our solar-based products:

Solar Panels and Inverters

Solar panels and inverters are the most common solar products in the solar industry. Solar batteries are added to store excess energy generated.

How They Work

As explained earlier, solar panels take sunlight from the sun’s radiation to generate DC power. However, since home appliances run on AC, solar inverters are introduced to make the generated power usable.

At SolarBright, our solar panels are built for durability and high efficiency, while our inverters ensure seamless, efficient power conversion.

Benefits

The major benefit of solar panels and inverters is the delivery of clean, silent power. Plus, solar panels and inverters cut energy bills by up to 70%, depending on your system’s size and energy consumption. Other benefits include low maintenance and long lifespans that ensure your system serves you for a couple of decades, commonly 25 years.

Best Suited For

Solar power and an inverter are best suited for homes and businesses looking for a means to reduce energy bills and go independent with power generation to cut reliance on the grid.

MaxBreeze Solar Roof Ventilation Systems

Solar roof ventilation systems are solar-based fans installed in homes and offices to extract heat from the building to keep the space comfortable. At SolarBright, we offer the MaxBreeze roof ventilation system that runs on solar technology with brushless fans for a silent atmosphere.

How They Work

The fans are powered by solar panels installed on the roof of the building. As sunlight hits the panels and the thermostat is activated, the fan spins to extract and divert stale, hot air in the building outside through the roof vents and draw in cooler air.

Benefits

The primary benefit of a solar ventilation system is to lower the indoor temperature. With indoor temperature reduced by up to 10°C, reliance on air conditioning is reduced by 30%. Plus, since no running costs are incurred, solar ventilation systems help save money.

Best Suited For

Solar ventilation systems are a great investment for properties in high-temperature climates. Anyone who cherishes cooling their space with free energy over traditional AC finds value in these systems.

MaxLED Solar Skylights

Generally, skylights are installed in the ceiling to illuminate the space with natural light. However, since traditional and tubular skylights only work during the day, solar skylights feature LED lights and solar panels to brighten the space at night.

How They Work

The major difference between solar skylights and tubular skylights is the adoption of solar panels and LED lights in the solar variant to illuminate the space at night.

Benefits

Solar skylights offer the benefit of illuminating the space with natural light during the day and LED light at night when the sun is no longer around. This ultimately helps cut lighting costs by up to 50% in most Australian homes and businesses.

Best Suited For

Skylights offer impeccable value to renovators, businesses, and homes looking for innovative means to keep hallways, kitchens, or living rooms illuminated without high energy costs.

Can I Use Solar Energy at Night?

One question we have received multiple times over the years of our experience is whether it is possible to use solar energy at night.

Of course, the sun sets, and when it does, the solar panels go idle. However, your solar system doesn’t have to leave you stranded at night when you probably need it the most. With a solar battery storage system, using your solar energy around the clock is achievable. Here is how you can upgrade your solar power system for more hours of use, especially on cloudy days and at night:

Solar Batteries

Solar batteries are connected to solar panels and inverters to store excess energy generated during the day for later use in the evening or on cloudy days. The unused power from the inverter charges the battery during the day. At night, the battery discharges to power your appliances. Investing in solar batteries helps households maximise savings by offering free energy at night when the sun has gone to rest or during outages.

These SolarBright lighting products ensure you can use your solar energy at night:

MaxLED Solar Skylights

As highlighted earlier, solar skylights offer free light at night, unlike traditional and tubular skylights that only function during the day.

Our MaxLED solar skylights illuminate your space with natural light through the tubes during the day and switch to solar-charged LED lights for illumination at night. With the MaxLED solar skylight, you can keep your living room and kids’ rooms glowing at all times.

MaxBeam24

As the name implies, our MaxBeam24 ensures you can give your space maximum beams 24 hours a day. With this, your investment serves you not only during the day but also at night.

Similar to the MaxLED solar skylight, MaxBeam24 features an LED light ring that is fitted in a tubular skylight to provide your living spaces with plenty of light. At night, the sensors switch on the LED lights powered by batteries.

This option is more suitable for DIY enthusiasts craving solar-powered illumination to keep their corners brightened.

Go Solar with SolarBright

Solar energy has been around us for quite a while, but its innovative offerings are reshaping adoption. With offers like solar batteries, solar skylights, and solar ventilation systems, now is the best time to join the train of intelligent property owners and share in the benefits of solar energy.

SolarBright is an award-winning family-owned brand in Australia. Founded in 2008, SolarBright has powered thousands of homes and businesses across Australia, a huge feat that has bagged the brand many awards, such as the Best Rated Solar Installer 2025.

Are you ready to go solar and crush your energy bills? Explore our list of products or pull a call through to our experts for professional guidance on your solar investment.

You can also book a free consultation with us online.

 

Sungrow SBR vs SBH

Posted on by Thomas Yako

If you’ve been looking into solar batteries, you’ve probably heard the name Sungrow pop up a few times. They’ve been around for years, and in Australia, they’ve built a reputation for making reliable, good value gear that suits both homes and small businesses.

Two of their most popular options right now are the SBR and the SBH batteries. They might sound similar, but there are a few key differences that can make one a better fit than the other depending on your setup.

At SolarBright, we’ve installed plenty of both, so here’s a plain English rundown of what sets them apart, plus a quick look at how Tesla Powerwall 3 stacks up in 2025.

A Quick Intro

Sungrow SBR battery is the smaller and simpler model. It’s ideal for everyday homes that want to make the most of their solar system without going overboard.

Sungrow SBH battery, on the other hand, is the bigger and more powerful option, made for larger homes, high energy users, or commercial setups.

Both work neatly with Sungrow hybrid inverters so adding one of these batteries is pretty seamless.

How Much Energy They Can Store

Each SBR module stores about 3.2 kWh of energy. Most households choose between 6.4 and 25.6 kWh worth of modules, which is usually enough to run the essentials through the night.

The SBH is a different story, as each stack can go up to around 40 kWh. That’s a significant amount of energy which is perfect if you’re charging an EV, running ducted air, or powering business machinery.

Can You Add More Later

Yes, both are modular systems.

With the SBR, you can start with a smaller setup and add more modules later without too much hassle.

The SBH also scales up easily, and it’s designed to handle bigger stacks and higher power outputs. So if you plan to expand your system down the track, Sungrow makes that fairly straightforward.

What’s Inside (Battery Chemistry)

Both models use Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) cells, a safe and stable chemistry that performs well in Australian conditions.

These batteries don’t overheat easily, and they can handle years of daily use without major degradation. LFP technology is also known for its long cycle life, which means more years of solid performance.

Inverter Compatibility

Sungrow’s batteries are designed to work hand in hand with their hybrid inverters, which handle both solar production and storage.

  • The SBR fits neatly with Sungrow’s standard residential hybrids.
  • The SBH links up with higher capacity inverters that can handle more energy and bigger loads.

That’s where you’ll really see the difference. The SBR suits everyday households, while the SBH is for heavier power users.

Warranty and Lifespan

Both batteries come with a 10-year warranty.

With proper installation and regular monitoring, you can expect consistent performance for well over a decade. Plus, Sungrow has solid local support here in Australia, always reassuring if you ever need help down the track.

Usable Capacity

Both the SBR and SBH let you access up to 100% of their usable capacity, which means there’s very little wasted energy sitting idle.

That efficiency helps make the most of your solar generation and keeps your power bills lower in the long run.

Continuous Power Output

Here’s where the difference really shows.

The SBR provides steady, reliable power for the day-to-day use of your fridge, lights, washing machine, and a few other appliances running at once.

The SBH, though, can handle much heavier loads. If you’ve got multiple air conditioners, a pool heater, or an EV charger, it’s built to keep up without strain.

Depth of Discharge

Both batteries allow you to use nearly all of the stored power before recharging, close to 100% depth of discharge. That means more usable energy and better value from your investment.

This also ties back to the LFP chemistry, which is durable enough to handle deep discharges without wearing out quickly.

Which One’s the Better Fit

It mostly depends on your household size and energy habits.

The SBR is perfect if you:

  • Have moderate energy use
  • Want a simple, compact system
  • Might expand later but don’t need huge power right now

The SBH is the better pick if you:

  • Have a big house or run heavy duty appliances
  • Want more backup power during blackouts
  • Are planning for higher demand in future such as EVs or home offices

At SolarBright, we’ve seen great results with both systems. Our team can help match the right one to your needs, whether you’re going for energy independence or just want to reduce your power bills.

A Quick Word on the Tesla Powerwall 3

The Powerwall 3 hit the market in 2024 and quickly became a talking point. It’s a sleek all in one system that combines the inverter and battery into one unit.

It’s simple, strong, and comes with Tesla’s user-friendly software and app, great if you like everything integrated.

That said, Sungrow’s systems usually come out ahead for flexibility and value. You can size them exactly how you want, and parts are easier to source locally. For most families, that makes the SBR or SBH a great long term investment.

Wrapping Up

Both the SBR and SBH are dependable options for anyone wanting to make better use of their solar power.

  • The SBR keeps things simple, affordable, compact, and efficient.
  • The SBH gives you the strength you need for bigger homes or heavier loads.

Whichever one you choose, Sungrow’s track record for performance and reliability is solid.

If you’re thinking about adding solar storage or upgrading your system, get in touch with SolarBright. We’ll help you work out the best setup for your energy goals and give you a free, no pressure quote to get started.

 

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