The Beacon Power 450 XP is a grid-scale flywheel energy storage system designed for long-term reliability and performance. It has a design life of at least 20 years and can handle 100,000 full depth-of-discharge cycles. The system operates at a grid output of 3 phase, 600 VAC with a nominal output rating of up to 360 kVA. It offers configurable real power options ranging from 360 kW for 4 minutes to 70 kW for 30 minutes, with the ability to adjust configurations during operation. The 450 XP features continuous four-quadrant operations and can provide reactive power overload capabilities of up to 150% continuously, as well as for 10 seconds depending on the state-of-charge. It has a round trip efficiency of 85% and a rapid response time of 15 ms. The system is designed for environmental resilience, with an operating temperature range of -30¬8C to +40¬8C and a maximum altitude of 1200 m without de-rating. Communication capabilities include Modbus, TCP/IP, and UDP, with internet-based monitoring and data storage for full trending and analysis. The unit is also designed for seismic capability and can be installed below ground in concrete foundations. Overall, the Beacon Power 450 XP is suitable for applications requiring reliable energy storage and rapid response in grid management.
Beacon Power is a pioneer and technology leader in the design, development, and commercial deployment of grid-scale flywheel energy storage. Beacon’s proprietary designs are at the heart of a cost-effective and durable energy storage device that enables grids to operate more reliably. Our proven flywheel energy storage systems are helping grid operators in NYISO, PJM and ISO-NE safely and efficiently balance power grid supply and demand.
Flywheel energy storage is based on accelerating a cylindrical rotor assembly that converts and stores electric energy as rotating kinetic energy. Flywheel systems recycle energy from the grid, absorbing excess power when directed and delivering it back to the grid when needed. Because they can respond to a number of different control signals, they can be used in a wide variety of applications, from smoothing cloud impacts at a solar PV project to providing frequency regulation, frequency response, reserves and reactive power. They can be installed at the transmission or distribution levels or even in remote connected or isolated grids.
The modular and distributed architecture of Beacon flywheel energy storage systems allows flexibility in power capacity as well as siting. A single flywheel module easily connects to others, allowing for incremental storage expansion. Our power control module can deliver a range of power ratings from each flywheel to provide the power and duration best suited to each application.
| Beacon Power, LLC | |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Flywheel Power Systems |
| Product Name | Flywheel Power Systems |
| Output Options | Three Phase (optional feature); DC (optional feature); Grid Tied (optional feature) |
| Mounting | Permanent |
| Standard/Certifications | IEEE |
