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Battery Backup Calculator

Work out how long a battery can power your essentials during an outage.

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🔋 Battery Backup Calculator

About the Battery Backup Calculator

When the grid goes down, runtime is what matters.

This tool estimates how long your battery can keep essentials running.

How this calculator works

We divide usable battery capacity by your essential load to estimate backup hours.

Why it matters

  • Plan for outages confidently
  • Prioritise essential circuits
  • Right-size backup capacity
  • Avoid nasty surprises

Frequently asked questions

It depends on capacity and load — a 13.5 kWh battery may run essentials for a day or more.
Yes, if paired with solar the battery can recharge each day.
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