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Panel Limits: A NEC 705.13 complaint Power Control System
07/12/2021
To whom it may concern:
This letter is meant to describe and provide listing documentation for Panel Limits—
a Powerwall and Powerwall+ integrated Power Control System for busbar
protection. Panel Limits is a busbar protection method listed for use in compliance
with 2020 NFPA 70 705.13 and UL1741 PCS. This packet will provide a functional
understanding of Panel Limits, demonstration of code compliance, example
configurations and listing documentation.
Sample configuration:
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Key Terms:
Controlled sources —Tesla ACPW and Tesla Powerwall+
Uncontrolled sources—external solar inverters or similar power production
sources connected to the virtual panel.
Virtual Panel—a group of panelboards and conductors that are considered as one
single panel with respect to Panel Limits.
Tesla Panel Limits Power Control System monitors the amperage flowing into a
virtual panel from the grid, controlled and uncontrolled power sources. As the
measured current approaches the configured Panel Limit, the site controller will first
reduce the power output of the energy storage system and then curtail controlled
solar output. In accordance with the Powerwall+ UL1741 PCS listing all solar
connected to the Powerwall+ solar assembly is classified as a controlled power
source. The utilization of Tesla Panel Limits PCS ensures the virtual panel will never
see a greater ampacity than its lowest ampacity busbar rating.
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NFPA 70 705.13 (A)-(E) Compliance
705.13(A): Monitoring
• Tesla Site Controller receives meter data from Backup Switch or Backup
Gateway and or Neurio (W1/W2) meters.
• Tesla site controller receives controlled current data of the AC output of the
Powerwall+ and Powerwall
• The summation of current is continuously monitored and compared with
configured Panel Limit ampacity setting. This is true for both grid and on-site
power production sources.
• If communication from any meter is lost all controlled power production
sources are curtailed to 0.
NEC 705.13(B): Settings
• Panel site limit setting is restricted to Tesla personnel.
• Configured Panel Limit will never be greater than the rating of the smallest
busbar within the virtual panel.
• The default panel limit setting is 100A to align with minimum service
requirements for single-family dwellings per NEC 230.79(c). Panel limit
amperage value can be configured up to 200A.
• Panel Limit amperage value is determined on a site-specific basis, ensuring
all busbars and feeder conductors abide by 705.12 provisions either through
traditional compliance means or the panel limits amperage setting as allowed
by 705.13.
NEC 705.13(C): Overcurrent Protection
• Tesla Site Controller software is UL 1741 PCS certified as a secondary
overcurrent device
• Tesla Site Controller curtails the output of the ESS and solar as measured
ampacity approaches the Panel Limit. Once ESS and solar have been
curtailed, loads will be fed exclusively from the grid; thus, the main breaker
or breaker in the upstream panel still acts as primary OCPD to provide
busbar protection.
NEC 705.13(D) Single Power Source Rating
• Each Powerwall is connected to the virtual panel with the required 30A
breaker and 50A breaker for each Powerwall+.
o Breaker acts as primary OCPD ensuring ampacity of connected
conductors does not exceed conductor ampacity rating.
o Each unit by design is unable to exceed the busbar rating.
NEC 705.13(E)Access to Settings
• Panel Limits feature is only adjustable by Tesla personnel.
• Non-Testa personal do not have the permissions needed to change panel
limit settings. Changing Panel Limit setting to anything other than the default
100A setting requires contacting Tesla Tier 2 support to request Panel Limit
ampacity setting change.
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705.12 Compliance
Per 705.12 the PCS controller configured setting shall be considered the power-
source output circuit current in 705.12(A)through (E).
• If no uncontrolled sources present, then by default panel complies with
705.12(B)(3)(1) i.e, the 100% rule.
• If uncontrolled sources present, such as solar utilizing a traditional stand-
alone PV inverter, then 705.12(B)(3)(2)compliance required equal to the
sum of uncontrolled sources i.e., 120% rule
705.12 Load-Side So-uree Corms-e uEL& Thc 0UtpUL Of WL inLt•r-
connected electric power source shall l-)e permitted to he
connected to the load We of the ser%sire dir�connecting means
of Ltlr oLhrr sUUft a(s) ;It any disuibution oq uipinrnl on dic
premises, Where distribution equipment or feeders are fed
simultaiwously by a primary source of electricity and mac or
more other power source and are capable of suppl}61g muld-
ple hrwjnr.h rirciiits nr Fe.Mcrs, nr both, the interconnecting
V1LLipLatnL Shall comply WiLh 705� 12(A) throu6ji (E), WILCIZ a
power control system (PCS) is installed in accordance with
705-13, the PwGting of the. PC'S rpntroller i�hall be considered
the poWur—sOLtrce output circuit cwTenL iLn 705.1 (A) through
(E).
UL 1741 Power Control Systems Compliance
Busbar labeling requirements
PCS controlled current setting will be indicated on a field applied marking label that
will be applied at all panelboards that are part of the virtual panel.
PCS Controlled Current Setting:_A
The maximum output current from this system towards
the main panel is controlled electronically.Refer to
manufacturer's instructions for more information
(Ampacity to be marked by installer)
CT Labeling requirements
As required by the UL Standard, the following label appears on the dedicated CT's
(if used)for the Panel Limits Power Control System
WARNING: THIS SENSOR IS PART OF POWER CONTROL
SYSTEM. DO NOT REMOVE. REPLACE ONLY WITH SAME
TYPE AND RATING.
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Example Single Lines showing most common configurations by product type
Powerwall+ and Gateway 2 for Whole Home Backup
Virtual Panel
Site Meter
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Solar
Meter
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Backup panel Backup Gateway 2 Meter socket panel Grid
Powerwall+
F1
Optional System Shutdown Switch
Powerwall+ and Gateway 2 for Partial Home backup
Virtual Panel Site Meter
Solar
Meter
Backup panel Backup Gateway 2 Main panel Meter socket panel Grid
Powerwall+
Optional System Shutdown Switch
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Powerwall+ and Backup Switch for Whole Home Backup
Virtual Panel
Backup Switch
Site Meter
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Meter
Backup panel Service disconnect Meter socket panel Grid
Powerwall+
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Optional System Shutdown Switch
ACPW w/Uncontrolled Solar Inverter and Gateway 2 for Whole Home Backup
Virtual Panel
Site Meter
Solar Meter
Solar Inverter Backup panel Backup Gateway 2 Meter socket panel Grid
Uncontrolled Source
Powerwall
F]
Optional System Shutdown Switch
ACPW and uncontrolled solar inverter and Gateway 2 for partial home back up
Virt,al Panel Site Meter
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Solar e o Meter O
Solar Inverter Backup panel Backup Gateway 2 Main panel Meter socket panel Grid
Uncontrolled Source
Powerwall
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Optional System Shutdown Switch
Number: MS-0009914,
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TOVRheinlan& Conformity Letter Revision:
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Effective date: 06/21/2019
Tesla Inc. 23rd June
3500 Deer Creek Road, 2021
Palo Alto, CA 94304
USA
Report Number: 32195439.001
Project Number: 234171546 and 234173937
Product(s)tested: Grid Support Utility Interactive Inverter with Gateway 2 or Backup
Switch.
Model(s): Powerwall+(1850000-XX-Y)
Dear Mr./Mrs.Jonathan McCormick/Viraj Andrabadu/Nirja Vakil,
Based on the evaluations undertaken,the model(s) of the below product have been found
to comply with the requirements of the referenced specifications at the time the tests
were carried out.
Nationally Recognized TUV Rheinland of North America, Inc.
Testing Laboratory(NRTL)
NRTL Issuing Office Address 1279 Quarry Lane, Suite A, Pleasanton, CA 94566
Applicant Name Tesla, Inc.
Applicant Address 3500 Deer Creek Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA
Model Numbers Powerwall+(1850000-XX-Y)with Backup Switch TUV Rheinland of
North America,Inc.
• ACPW(1092170-XX-Y, 2012170-XX-Y, Pleasanton Office
3012170-XX-Y) 1279 Quarry Lane,
• PVI (1538000-XX-Y) suite A,Pleasanton,
• Backup Switch (1624171-XX-Y) CA 94566
Tel:(925)249-9123
Powerwall+(1850000-XX-Y)with Gateway 2 Fax:(925)249-9124
Web:
• ACPW(1092170-XX-Y, 2012170-XX-Y, www.us.tuv.com
3012170-XX-Y) TUV Rheinland of
• PVI (1538000-XX-Y) North America,Inc.
• Gateway 2 (1232100-XX-Y) North American
Headquarters
12 Commerce Road
Software/Firmware Version 8586a41 c49c Newtown,CT 06470
Tel:+1(203)426-
0888
Standard(s)Tested UL 1741: Standard for Inverters, Converters, Fax:+1(203)426-
Controllers and Interconnection System Equipment for 4009
Mail:info@tuv.com
Use with Distributed Energy Resources, April 20, 2010. Web:www.tuv.com
Edition 2 [(Supplement SA)+R:15Feb20181, Power
Control Systems (PCS), Certification Requirement
Decision 3/8/2019
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Number: MS-0009914,
Attachment 1
TUVRheinland" Conformity Letter Revision: 0
Effective date: 06/21/2019
PCS limits defined by NFPA Compliant and tested on 22"d June 2021
2020 edition section 705.13
Testing period: 04/21/21—05/07/21, 06/22/21
Reference reports: This document should be read together with
32195440.001 and 32195440.002
Powerwall+ ratings
Nominal Battery Energy 13.5 kWh
Nominal Grid Voltage 240 VAC
Voltage range 211.2-264 VAC
Maximum continuous Power On Grid 5 kW input/7.6 kW output
BESS Continuous Power 5 kW input/5 kW output
Maximum continuous Power Off Grid 5 kW input/9.6kW output
Frequency 60 Hz
Phase 240 VAC: 2 wire+ neutral +ground
Maximum continuous Power On Grid 32 A output
BESS Continuous Power 24 A input
Maximum continuous Power Off Grid 40 A output
PV Maximum Input Voltage 600 VDC
PV Operating DC Input Voltage range 60-550 VDC
PV DC MPPT Voltage range 60-480 VDC
Maximum Current per MPPT 13 A
Maximum Short Circuit Current per MPPT 15 A
Overcurrent Protection Device 50 A
Software/Firmware version 8586a41c49c
Enclosure Type Type 3R
Rated ambient temperature [°C] -20°C to+50°C
PCS ratings
Maximum PCS controlled current 200 A
Maximum Open Loop response time 9.09 seconds
Average Open Loop response time 5.01 seconds
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Number: MS-0009914,
Attachment 1
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Effective date: 06/21/2019
Attachments:
1. System Label for PCS
TESLA POWERWALL+BATTERY
ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM GRID SUPPORT
UTILITY INTERACTIVE INVERTER
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Photovoltaic(PV)and Battery Energy Storage
System{BESS)Power Conversion Equlpmant
Prctamt Cla55 rass I
Ennosum-Type type-M
Operating Temperature Range -20-C to 50°C
❑elated Temperature Range 43aC to SVC
PV Inverter Topology Nw Ndated
am Inverter Topobgy L�bwdl
Nominal Battery Energy 13.5 kw-hr
n-:ey type upon
M'55 15E k9
Photovoltaic(PV)and Battery Energy
Storage System(BESS)Specifications
Nominal Grid Voltage 209 VAC 340 VAC
(Input/output)
Grid Voltage Range lS.L229.8 VAC 211.2-2fA VAC
Mahn m Continuous 6-6 kVA 7-6 WA
Output Power On-ad
Mminum Continuous 9.6 WA
Output Power oR-Grid
BESS 1,jwMm 5 k:A 5.Bl
Cuntlnuous Input Power
Frewency 60 Fla
MmInnun Continuous Ouput 32 AAC
current on-Grid
Mmlman Continuous Ouput 4a AAC
Current oi
BE55 MW Im 24 AAC
Contlnuous Input Current
Pd AIIXInY.In Input Current 13 ADC
woperatngDC Input voltagelavnge 6o-56ovnC
Phase 20e VAC/240
VAC 2 W HH-PE
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Number: MS-0009914,
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Effective date: 06/21/2019
Thank you for the opportunity to service your product testing needs. Please do not hesitate to contact our
engineering or sales team for any questions you may have.
Evaluated by: Reviewed by:
Himanshu Vaidya Howard Liu
Test Engineer Manager,Power Electronics Segment
—Americas
Email:hvaidya@us.tuv.com Email:hliu@us.tuv.com
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Effective date: 06/21/2019
Revision History
6/22/21—Himanshu Vaidya - Added project number 234173937 —
project to test and evaluate Overcurrent
limitation feature as per UL 1741 PCS
standard Clause 208.1, A with respect to
NFPA 70 2020 edition section 705.13.
- Added testing period date 6/22/21
- Added row in Description table for above
feature mentioned.
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Total Quality.Assured. Telephone:607-753-7311
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Verification of Conformity
On the basis of the evaluations undertaken, the sample(s) of the below product have been
found to comply with the requirements of the referenced specifications at the time the
tests were carried out.
Applicant Name &Address Tesla Inc.
3500 Deer Creek Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Product(s) Tested AC Powerwall - Grid Support Utility Interactive Inverter
Gateway
Ratings and principal characteristics See Amendment 1
AC Powerwall Model(s) 1092170-xx-y, 2012170-xx-y, 3012170-xx-y
Gateway Model(s) 1232100 -followed by two numbers; followed by one letter
Brand name/ MD5 checksum Tesla/ b624638a90cf
Relevant Standard(s)/Specification(s) Inverters, Converters, Controllers And Interconnection
System Equipment For Use With Distributed Energy
Resources [UL 1741:2010 Ed.2(Supplement
SA)+R:15Feb2018] Power Control Systems (PCS)
Certification Requirement Decision 3/8/2019
NFPA 70: 2020, 705.13
Verification Issuing Office Name & Intertek, 3933 US Route 11, Cortland, NY 13045, USA
Address
Gateway Date of Test(s) 11/4/2019-12/4/2019, 4/23/2020 to 5/13/2020, 6/23/2021
Verification/Report Number(s) 104267560CRT-001, 103879962CRT-003, 104709967CRT-001
NOTE:This verification is part of the full test report(s)and should be read in conjunction with it.
This Verification is for the exclusive use of Intertek's client and is provided pursuant to the agreement between Intertek and its Client.Intertek's responsibility
and liability are limited to the terms and conditions of the agreement.Intertek assumes no liability to any party,other than to the Client in accordance with the
agreement for any loss,expense or damage occasioned by the use of this Verification.Only the Client is authorized to permit copying or distribution of this
Verification. Any use of the Intertek name or one of its marks for the sale or advertisement of the tested material,product or service must first be approved in
writing by Intertek. The observations and test/inspection results referenced in this Verification are relevant only to the sample tested/inspected. This
Verification by itself does not imply that the material,product,or service is or has ever been under an Intertek certification program.
Signature
Name: Liyuan Liu
Position: Sr. Project Engineer
Date: June 24,2021
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Additional Gatewa 2.0 NA PCS ratings
Maximum PCS controlled current 200A
Average Open loop response 0.96 seconds (60ms added for delay between 1st
and 9th ACPW
Maximum open loop response 1.76 seconds (60ms added for delay between 1st
and 9th ACPW)
AC Powerwall Ratings
Protective Class Class I
Enclosure Type Type 3R
Ingress Protection
Battery& Power IP 67/IP 56
Electron ics/M i ring
Operating Temperature Range -200C to+50°C
Derated Temperature Range +43°C to+50°C
Inverter Topology Isolated
Battery Energy 13.5 kWh
Battery Type U.lon
Weight 125 K
AC Input/Output
Nominal Voltage A.C. 100/120/200/208/220/230/240
Voltage Range&Max 90-110 V AC: 25A
Continuous Current 114-126 V AC: 24A
180-220 V AC: 25A
198-220 V AC: 24A
198-242 V AC: 25A
207-253 V AC: 25A
228-252 V AC: 24A
Frequent Range/Nominal Hz 50-60; 50/60
Max Continuous Power(kVA) 100 V AC: 2.5 kVA
120 V AC: 2.9 kVA(USA)
200 V AC: 5 kVA
208 V AC: 5 kVA(USA)
220 V AC: 5.5 kVA
230 V AC: 5.8 kVA
240 V AC: 5.8 kVA(USA)
Power Factor Range -0.85 to+0.85
Max Output Fault Current 32 A AC
200V/208V/240V; 2W +N +PE;
Phase 20; All Other Voltages; 1 W +N +PE;
10
Max Supply Fault Current 10 kA AC
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Revision History
Date Engineer/Reviewer Description of Change
6/3/2020 Dipesh Patel Changed Model number from "Backup Gateway
North America 2.0"to "1232100—followed by two
numbers;followed by one letter"
11/13/2020 Liyuan Liu Added new AC Powerwall model 3012170-XX-Y,
G104505850CRT which using the alternate battery cell LG Chem
IN21700M48F.
6/24/2021 Liyuan Liu Added Relevant Standard(s)/Specification(s) NFPA
G104709967CRT 70: 2020, 705.13.
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