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Battery Backup Runtime

Battery kWh plus load watts gives runtime in hours.

Hours runtime

Days at this load
Wh of storage
10% reserve hrs

FAQ

What loads run on backup? +
Lights, fridge, modem/router, fans, phones. Skip AC, electric stove, and electric dryer unless oversized.
Why usable vs nameplate? +
Batteries have a depth-of-discharge limit. A 13.5 kWh nameplate might have 10 to 12 kWh usable.