1. What are the key dates for the launch of the Force 15k?
- January 5th, Force 15k launches!
- January 15th, First units begin assembly
- Mid March, First batch of units begin shipping
- Late March, Second early bird sale starts!
- Early May, Second batch of units start shipping.
*Each batch is 100 units.
2. How does the deposit & early bird pricing work?
By putting down a $150 deposit today, you will reserve the right to secure a FORCE 15K at an exclusive early bird price of $5,899, a whopping $1,000 off the standard retail price of $6,899—reserved for early bird customers only by putting down a $150 deposit today!
You’ll need to act fast since once the first batch of units are claimed, the price will jump to the standard MSRP of $6,899 so reserve your early bird price of $5,899 today by putting down a $150 deposit now!
*The remaining amount will be due in full 2-weeks prior to the units being ready to ship or once all 100 initial units have been claimed!
*Early Bird Pricing - Save $1,000 Today*
- Quad Kit - $7,489
- Hex Kit - $7,989
- Platinum Kit - $8,989
- Main Unit Only - $5,899
3. When will I receive my unit?
If your order was placed between January 5th and February 12th, your Force 15k will ship in March 2024.
If your order was placed between February 13th, 2024 - March 13th you can expect your Force 15k to be delivered in early May, 2024.
If your order was placed after March 15th you can expect your Force 15K to be delivered in late May 2024.
4. Is the Force 15k UL Listed?
The Force 15K ESS is not UL Listed as this is not required for off-grid applications, portable power stations and solar generators. You will not be selling excess power back to the grid with a unit like this, you will be securing your energy independence and investing in a clean, quiet, reliable source of power for years to come.
5. How does the warranty work?
Each unit is backed by a standard 10-year manufacturer warranty from the date of shipment. The average lifespan of a lithium battery at 90% Depth of Discharge is between 3,000 – 6,000 lifecycles or roughly 5 to 10 years of standard daily use (many more years if used only in backup and recreational situations).
This warranty does not cover negligence or misuse of the battery or the normal wear and tear. If it is deemed that the battery was used improperly, you will be subject to a $150 an hour repair charge plus parts and shipping.
To submit a warranty claim, please contact us directly at support@shopsolar.com. The battery may be required to be shipped back to one of our US warehouse locations for further inspection.
6. How heavy is the unit?
The unit weighs a total of 395 lbs, however to make moving it easier, we have designed a 2-piece system where you can remove the top inverter portion from the bottom battery portion.
The top weighs approximately 165 lbs, the bottom piece weighs 230 lbs and has wheels for easy maneuverability.
7. How does the top connect to the bottom?
The top and bottom are held together with screw-on plates on either side of the unit and connect via a standard SB175 cable which you can see in the product images.
8. How quickly can it recharge?
You can recharge the unit from 0-100% with up to 4,000W of solar panels in approximately 4 hours. You can also use both 240V and 120V AC power to recharge the unit.
240V power will recharge the unit much faster than the 120V wall charger included with your order, but we highly recommend “slow” charging the unit from AC power whenever possible to preserve the longevity of the battery.
You can recharge the unit from solar and AC power at the same time.
9. What is the continuous AC output?
The continuous AC output of the unit is 8,000W at either 120V or 240V. Most appliances you will be running are 120V however things like well pumps, dryers, and some larger AC units require 240V output which the Force 15K can easily handle.
10. How quiet is the Force 15K?
The FORCE 15K Solar Power Station operates at an impressive 50 decibels during both standard operation and charging, ensuring a remarkably quiet environment. Multiple decibel rating reports reveals that, even at peak output, it maintains a range of 75-85 decibels—very comparable to the quiet performance of many solar generators and power stations on the market today.