The Gietron + Discover Energy Systems Integrated Package pairs the Gietron 10 kW Split-Phase Hybrid (SPH) inverter with the HELIOS Energy Storage System (ESS) from Discover Energy Systems, delivering a home’s energy storage and power electronics in one unified system. One intelligent inverter directs the power flow between Discover’s outdoor-rated 16 kWh LiFePO4 battery modules, solar panels, the grid, and even a backup generator. Because the two platforms were engineered to work together, Gietron’s SPH inverter and HELIOS’s 4th-generation BMS communicate natively over closed-loop CAN, managing charge profiles, voltage parameters, and system health in real time without custom programming.
The recommended configuration pairs the SPH inverter with two HELIOS ESS modules: 32 kWh of usable energy, enough for full inverter performance and surge margin on whole-home backup. At the heart of the system, the SPH inverter supplies 10.0 kW of continuous AC output (41.7 A at 240 V), 98.1% peak efficiency (97% CEC weighted), three independent MPPTs fed by up to 15 kW of solar (1.5 DC/AC ratio), and up to 200 A of battery charge/discharge current. When the grid drops, UPS-class switching transfers the home to battery power in under 10 milliseconds: fast enough that lights, refrigerators, furnace fans, and computers never notice. Storage grows in 16 kWh steps from there, with parallel configurations up to 36 modules (576 kWh) for large homes and light-commercial sites.
Both enclosures are IP65-rated for indoor or outdoor installation, and an integrated wireway routes power and communication cables cleanly and conduit options keep wiring code-compliant. The system supports DC-coupled and AC-coupled configurations, generator charging, and three-phase capability. The HELIOS ESS carries UL 1973, UL 9540/9540A certifications, and the complete package is backed by a 10-year warranty supported by two Canadian service networks.
Specifications
Inverter: Gietron SPH 10000TL-HU-US | Battery: Discover HELIOS ESS 52-48-16000
Gietron 10 kW Hybrid Inverter
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Nominal Continuous AC Output Power | 10 kW |
| Rated Output Current | 41.7 A @ 240 V |
| Backup Transfer Time (UPS) | < 10 ms |
| Solar Input Capacity | Up to 15 kW (1.5 DC/AC ratio) |
| Maximum Power Point Trackers | 3 Independent (2 PV strings each) |
| Maximum Battery Charge / Discharge | 200 A / 200 A |
| Nominal AC Voltage | 120/240 V Split-Phase |
| Peak / CEC Efficiency | 98.1% / 97% |
| Enclosure / Operating Temperature | IP65 / –25°C to +60°C (derating > 45°C) |
| Built-in Breakers | BAT 80 V/250 A · GRID 400 V/100 A · GEN 400 V/63 A · LOAD 400 V/100 A |
HELIOS ESS Battery Module (52-48-16000)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Usable Energy | 16 kWh (16,080 Wh) |
| Nominal Voltage / Capacity | 51.2 V / 314 Ah (48 V class) |
| Battery Chemistry | LiFePO4 with 4th-generation BMS |
| Maximum Continuous Charge / Discharge | 200 A / 200 A |
| Peak Discharge Current | 300 A RMS (15 s) |
| Operating Temperature for Charging | 4°C to +55°C, internal heater enables charging in freezing conditions |
| Operating Temperature for Discharging | –25°C to +55°C |
| Enclosure / Mounting | IP65 galvanized steel; adjustable feet or wall-mount bracket |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 465 × 948–978 × 247 mm (height includes adjustable feet) |
| Weight | 136 kg |
| Communication | CAN (BMS), RS485 (Meter / EMS) |
| Certifications | UL 1973, UL 9540 (DC ESS 3rd Edition), UL 9540A, UN 38.3 |
Recommended System Configuration (Inverter + 2 × HELIOS ESS)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Usable Energy | 32 kWh (2 parallel Helios ESS modules) |
| Expandable Capacity | 36 Helios ESS modules (up to 576 kWh) |
| Acoustics | Quiet operation (< 60 dBA) |
| Warranty | 10 years, backed by Discover and Gietron service networks |
Designed for Real-World Solar & Storage Projects
• Instant backup, under 10 ms transfer: UPS-class switchover keeps whole homes running through outages: lights, refrigerators, furnace fans, well pumps, sump pumps, and home offices never see the interruption
• Expandable capacity, one decision at a time: start with a single 16 kWh HELIOS ESS module and add modules as the household’s needs grow, up to parallel configurations of 36 modules (576 kWh).
• DC-coupled or AC-coupled: one integrated package for new solar-plus-storage builds, existing solar retrofits, and backup-only installations.
• Generator-ready and three-phase capable: accepts diesel or gas generator input with smart charging priority, and supports three-phase configurations for larger residential and light-commercial projects.
• Built for installers: closed-loop communication eliminates integration guesswork, and the integrated wireway and conduit options make every installation clean, code-compliant, and fast to commission.
Built for the Canadian Climate
The SPH inverter is sealed to IP65 and operates from –25°C to +60°C, while the HELIOS ESS discharges reliably down to –25°C in its IP65 galvanized-steel enclosure. Below 4°C, the battery’s internal heater warms the cells so charging resumes automatically, no manual intervention or heated enclosure required. The system’s 120/240 V split-phase output matches standard Canadian residential service, and the HELIOS ESS carries UL 9540/9540A system-level certification alongside UL 1973 while the SPH inverter is CSA C22.2 and UL 1741 SA/SB certified for grid interconnection. For homeowners, that means quiet (under 60 dBA), compact, and reliable energy storage. For installers, it means a package that passes inspection and performs year-round.
Closed-Loop Integration & Smart Monitoring
The defining feature of this pairing is what happens between the boxes. Gietron’s hybrid platform and Discover’s 4th-generation BMS maintain closed-loop communication over CAN through the LYNK ecosystem, automatically optimizing charge profiles, voltage parameters, and system health in real time. That integration removes the manual configuration work that typically slows solar-plus-storage commissioning and prevents the silent incompatibilities that surface months later. Day-to-day, the system connects via built-in WiFi to a free monitoring platform where homeowners can see solar production, battery state of charge, and energy flows. Time-of-use scheduling lets homeowners charge from solar or off-peak grid power and discharge during expensive peak windows. Installers benefit from remote diagnostics and over-the-air firmware updates.
Simple & Flexible Installation
The package is designed to simplify wiring while maintaining safety and compliance. The integrated wireway provides a clean, organized pathway for routing both power and communication cables while preserving easy service access, so every installation is professional in appearance, secure in operation, and straightforward to commission. The HELIOS ESS is installed on adjustable feet or a wall-mount bracket with quick-connect plug-and-pull terminals. Dedicated conduit options keep field wiring tidy and code-compliant in garages, utility rooms, and outdoor walls.
10-Year Warranty
The Helios ESS + Gietron Hybrid Inverter package is backed by a 10-year warranty supported by both Discover and Gietron service networks. Because both companies maintain an active operational footprint in Canada, system owners get long-term peace of mind, and installers and distributors get streamlined warranty processing, local inventory, and technical support in their own time zone.
Two Canadian Energy Companies, One System
Gietron (a brand of Gwatt Innovations Ltd., based in Calgary, Alberta) and Discover Energy Systems (a Canadian-based leader in advanced lithium energy storage, headquartered in Richmond, B.C., with over 75 years of heritage in the power sector) built this partnership on a shared commitment: seamless technological integration backed by responsive local service. To learn more about the collaboration, read the announcement: Gietron and Discover Energy Systems Deliver Integrated Energy Storage Solutions with Premier Local Support.