- Product Introduction
When connected to the power grid, STREAM 5000 automatically limits its output power to the maximum permitted under local regulations. In Germany, systems operating within the applicable simplified connection limits must be registered in the Marktstammdatenregister, and the local distribution network operator must be notified.
STREAM 5000/STREAM AC 5000 has an IP65 protection rating and can be used indoors/outdoors. It is recommended to install it in a well-ventilated, cool and shaded place.
When there is a power outage, the STREAM 5000 will immediately switch to off-grid mode, the grid-connected port will stop outputting, and the device will supply power to the loads connected to the AC Outlet. Prerequisites: 1. There must be sufficient remaining power in the battery; 2. The load needs to be connected to the AC Outlet of the STREAM 5000. Notes: - The grid-connected port will disconnect immediately upon detecting a grid power outage and cannot be used for off-grid power supply; - Do not connect the AC Outlet of the STREAM 5000 to the power grid; - The actual available duration depends on the load power, remaining battery power, and photovoltaic power. If the area where you live frequently experiences power outages, it is recommended to keep the battery fully charged to enable seamless switching to backup power in the event of a power outage.
Cost-saving: In areas where billing is based on peak power or capacity, reducing monthly/annual peaks may lower capacity fees and costs related to contracted power. More peace of mind: During peak concurrent electricity use (e.g., simultaneous operation of EV charging, heat pumps, and ovens), it reduces the power draw pressure on the main circuit and lowers the risk of tripping due to excessively high peaks. More flexibility: It allows expansion of home electrification without upgrading the grid contract or modifying home electrical distribution. More convenience: It operates automatically after setting the power limit and time period, eliminating the need for frequent manual intervention.
During peak electricity usage hours, when the household draws power from the grid exceeding the set power limit, the system will automatically use battery discharge to compensate based on the set peak-shaving SOC, thereby reducing the peak power drawn from the grid. It can work collaboratively in operating modes such as self-consumption and AI mode without the need for separate mode switching.
The Intelligent mode combines future weather forecasts, user electricity consumption habits, equipment status, dynamic electricity prices, or time-of-use electricity prices, and automatically achieves the minimum cost of electricity through the strategy of discharging at high prices and charging at low prices; the main advantages of this mode are: - Users with dynamic electricity prices can automatically achieve the minimum cost of electricity without changing their own electricity consumption habits; - For users with time-of-use electricity prices, compared with time-based custom tasks, the intelligent mode will automatically formulate corresponding charging and discharging tasks based on weather forecasts and considering the future PV power generation level.
STREAM 5000 is a balcony energy storage all-in-one system, which consists of solar panels, STREAM 500 host (including battery and grid-tied inverter), and EF App. Working principle: By linking with the smart meter, during the day, the solar panels convert light energy into electrical energy, part of which is directly supplied to household loads, and part is stored in the battery for backup; at night or on cloudy days, the energy stored in the battery is released for household use, and excess electricity can be output to the grid. The system can be remotely monitored and set through the EF App, supporting multiple modes such as self-consumption, Intelligent mode, and custom mode, as well as multiple functions such as Peak Shaving and Local Mode, helping users maximize the use of solar energy and reduce electricity bills.
Third-party inverters can be directly connected to the AC OUTLET of STREAM 5000 / STREAM AC 5000 (when connecting to the AC Outlet, the output power of the third-party inverter must not exceed 3680W), or directly connected to the home circuit. The energy distribution logic between the third-party inverter and Ecoflow STREAM 5000 / STREAM AC 5000 is as follows: First priority: Supply home loads Second priority: Charge the battery Third priority: Feed excess energy into the grid Note: In off-grid situations, the third-party inverter is directly connected to the AC OUTLET. If the output power of the third-party inverter exceeds 3000W, the input of the third-party inverter will be stopped.
The STREAM 5000 does not support working with Power Stream in the same system. - STREAM 5000 and Power Stream belong to product series with different positioning, adopting different energy management logics and communication protocols; - Currently, they cannot be added to the same system in the EF App for unified management; However, Power Stream can be used as a third-party inverter, directly connected to AC OUTLET or home circuit, prioritizing power supply to loads, with any excess supplied to the battery and then fed back to the grid.
Currently compatible with EcoFlow Smart Meter, EcoFlow&Shelly Smart Meter (EU&UK)
Local Mode is an optional connection method (this function requires a smart meter): When enabled, the App and the device communicate only through the home local area network, the system operates for self-use, and can access ecological accessories and meters that support local access. Data is not uploaded to the cloud and remains completely local, better protecting your privacy and data security.
Compared with the previous generation EF balcony energy storage system, STREAM 5000 has obvious upgrades in the following aspects: 1. Larger capacity: The single unit capacity is 5024Wh, which is several times that of the previous generation. It supports parallel expansion of up to 2 Expansion Batteries, which can expand the host capacity to 15KWh; a system can connect up to six hosts, with a maximum capacity of 90KWh; 2. Stronger solar input: Supports up to 4 solar inputs, with a maximum of 1250W per channel, and a total input power of up to 5000W, making full use of high-power solar panels; 3. Higher grid-connected output capability: The maximum grid-connected output of a single STREAM 5000 is 3000W, while that of a single STREAM AC 5000 is 2500W, which can reach 3000W when paired with an Expansion Battery; 4. Sufficient off-grid power: AC Outlet (in grid-connected situation) has a maximum output of 3600W, meeting the needs of high-power electrical appliances; 5. Flexible expansion: Supports STREAM Gateway to further expand grid-connected power, with up to 6 units working together, featuring strong scalability; 6. Improved intelligence: Supports intelligent functions such as Intelligent mode and Peak Shaving, making energy management more worry-free.
In off-grid situations, adding one EB can increase the host's off-grid power from 2500 to 3000. Adding more EBs will not further increase the power but can expand the capacity.
The STREAM 5000 has a single-unit capacity of 5024 Wh. The device supports stacking expansion with power packs, and can be paralleled with the EcoFlow STREAM Expansion Battery 5000 through stacking. One STREAM AC 5000 can be stacked with up to 2 Expansion Batteries, expanding the maximum capacity to 15KWh (with multiple options of 5KWh/10KWh/15KWh). A system can support up to 6 STREAM 5000 & STREAM AC 5000 units, with a maximum system expandable capacity of 90KWh.
There is a parallel port at the bottom of the STREAM 5000/STREAM AC 5000 device, and the EcoFlow STREAM Expansion Battery 5000 device has a parallel port at both the top and bottom. The parallel effect can be achieved by stacking the devices.
1. STREAM 5000/STREAM AC 5000: Physical direct connection between hosts is not currently supported, but devices can be placed in the same system through distributed connection, which also enables energy scheduling between hosts. 2. STREAM AC 5000 can be stacked with EcoFlow STREAM Expansion Battery 5000 and Expansion Battery 3000. One STREAM AC 5000 can be stacked with up to 2 Expansion Batteries, with a maximum capacity expansion of 15KWh (with multiple options: 5KWh/8KWh/10KWh/11KWh/13KWh/15KWh) [Picture to be added] A system can support up to 6 STREAM 5000 & STREAM AC 5000 units, with a maximum system expandable capacity of 90KWh.
The STREAM 5000 can be expanded by stacking with the EcoFlow STREAM Expansion Battery 5000. One STREAM 5000 can be stacked with up to 2 Expansion Batteries, with a maximum expansion capacity of 15KWh (available in multiple levels: 5KWH/10KWH/15KWH). A system can support up to 6 units of STREAM 5000 & STREAM AC 5000, with a maximum system expandable capacity of 90KWh.
When the STREAM 5000 is connected to PV or used in parallel with a power pack, the device’s maximum grid-connected output power is 3000W. When the STREAM AC 5000 is used in parallel with a power pack, the device’s maximum grid-connected output power is also 3000W. A system can include up to six STREAM AC 5000/STREAM 5000 host devices, providing a maximum total output capacity of 18kW. The initial default settings will limit the maximum output of devices in the system to not exceed the upper limit specified by local regulations in your area.
The STREAM 5000 supports two usage scenarios: grid-connected and off-grid. It has two output ports: the grid-connected port and the AC outlet. i. Grid-connected scenario [connected to the home grid] When a single device is connected to PV, the maximum output power of the grid-connected port is 3000W. When the system is connected to the grid, the device automatically limits the system’s grid-connected output power to the grid-connected power limit required by local regulations. In grid-connected operation, the maximum load capacity of a single device’s AC outlet is 3600W in bypass mode. ii. Off-grid scenario [not connected to the home grid] In off-grid mode, when a single device is used as an emergency power supply, the maximum output power of the AC outlet is 2500W. When the device is used with a power pack, the maximum output power of the AC outlet can be increased to 3000W.
The STREAM 5000 does not support series connection of solar panels; it only supports parallel connection. Note: The solar panels connected in parallel to one PV interface of the STREAM 5000 must be of the same model and specifications. When solar panels are connected in parallel, the current adds up normally, and the voltage is limited by the panel with the smallest voltage. You need to ensure that the parameters and combination method of the connected solar panels do not exceed the following ranges: 1. Voltage: The open-circuit voltage of the solar panel must be within the voltage range of the STREAM 5000; 2. Current: The short-circuit current of the solar panel < the maximum current of STREAM 5000 2; 3. Power: The maximum power of the solar panel cannot exceed 1.2 times the maximum input power of 1250W; 4. The current-carrying capacity of the cable connecting the photovoltaic system must not be lower than the short-circuit current of the photovoltaic panel in that circuit (40A); All four conditions must be met simultaneously; if any one is exceeded, it cannot be used.