Homaya SHSO2

Schneider Electric Industries SAS

The Homaya SHSO2 is a Solar Home System that can power DC electronic appliances and both fixed and portable LED lamps.

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Product description Brand name and product description

The Homaya SHSO2 is a solar home system developed by Schneider Electronic Industries and consists of 5 lights, a battery and a solar panel. The system can also support DC electronic appliances like a TV, fan and radio.

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Africa and Asia.

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

Schneider Electric has an outreach program called Access to Energy, through which they partner with microfinancing institutions, local stakeholders and residents.

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

135 USD (9,500 Rs).

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

The Homaya SHSO2 competes with other solar home systems, such as Mobisol and M-KOPA IV.

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 7: Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Rural and peri-urban populations around the world.

Manufacturing/building method(s) Detail regarding solution production or construction method (instructions, mass production capacity, custom made,etc...)

This product is mass-produced. Schneider Electric Industries has 207 factories in 44 countries.

Product Intellectual Property Open source/IP protected (note patent)/trade secret/other?

Trademarked.

User Provision Model Where can the product be purchased/acquired by end users?

Directly from the manufacturer and from its international distributors.

Distribution to date Number of units that have been deployed, downloads or users to date

Exact number unknown. However, as of 2017, Scneider Electric Industries had provided energy access to 4.2 million households through their solutions and programs like the Homaya SHSO2.

Fields marked are sourced values that have been evaluated by the manufacturer or a third party, all others are design specifications.

Description of power outputs

Number and type of power outputs

1 USB and 1 DC outlet

Description of light points

Number and type of light points

2 fixed lamps and 2 portable lamps

Total lighting service (lumen-hours per solar-day)

Manufacturer-specified lumen-hours per solar day

3,500 lumen-hours per solar-day

Peak power rating (Wp)

Peak power rating of the solar panel in standardized sunlight conditions, provided by the manufacturer

13 Wp

Battery capacity (kWh; mAh)

Manufacturer-specified battery capacity

4,500 mAh

Nominal battery voltage (V)

Manufacturer-specified battery voltage

3.7 V

Battery type

Type of battery used

Lithium iron phosphate

User replaceable battery (yes/no)

Can the user easily replace the battery if needed?

Yes

Remote system diagnostics (yes/no)

Can this system be monitored remotely?

Payment structure

Type of user payment structure

Purchase outright

Mobile service required (yes/no)

Does this system require mobile connectivity (either for payments or to function)?

Design specifications Component and Operation overview including power, portability, facility requirements, preventative maintenance and user training requirements

Specifications:

1 – Polycrystalline silicon solar panel
1 – Lithium iron phosphate battery
4 – Light points (2 portable and 2 fixed)
3 – USB ports

Product schematics Design and assembly illustrations

Technical support Technical support provided by

May be provided by the manufacturer.

Replacement components Availability of replacement components (in-country, by order,...)

Available. Customers must contact the manufacturer.

Lifecycle Disposal and warranty

Exact lifetime of the entire solar home system unknown. However, the battery has a 5 year lifetime and the product has a 2 year warranty.

Manufacturer specified performance targets Designer / Manufacturer specified targets

Manufacturers specify that the Homaya SHSO2 following benefits reliable, long life & safe battery (inbuilt with the latest, clean and green Lithium Ferro Phosphate technology with 5 years battery life), portable solution (portable lamps with lithium battery and Power box with inbuilt torch), charges 3 mobiles or radio same time (3 USB charging ports provided to charge standard and smart phones or radio), and additonal Solar panel compatibility (provision to connect additional solar panel for quick charging during cloudy days).

Vetted performance Findings of manufacturer evaluations or independent testing centers

Lightning Global verified the following quality standards categories: truth in advertising, lumen maintenance, battery composition, protection and durability, physical ingress protection, water ingress protection, soldering and electronics workmanship, mechanical durability, minimum warranty terms and performance reporting.

Testing organizations Independent lab, academic research centers, etc.

Lighting Global (Shenzhen Academy of Metrology and Quality Inspection).

Safety Potential hazards / risks related to operation of this product

If pressure is applied on the photovoltaic panel by sitting or stepping on it, the device might break and cause bodily injury or electrical shock.

Precaution must be taken regarding electrical contacts or wiring, the person handling them must use adequate safety gear

To avoid electrical shock, the photovoltaic panel must be earth grounded.

A minor risk of burns exists due to the heating of the photovoltaic panel’s surface by the sun.

Complementary technical systems Performance of this product is improved with another technology (eg. Cookstoves and Wind-blocking skirts)

An additional solar panel can be added as well as other electronic appliances like a radio.

Academic research Academic research related to the product (e.g. published papers in peer-reviewed journals)

None.

Compliance with regulations Product certifications and standards referenced by designer/manufacturer

Complies with IEC 62257-9-5, SONCAP, LM79, LM80 and IDCOL.

Evaluation methods Evaluation methods/protocols/guidelines referenced by designer or manufacturer.

Tested according to IEC/TS 62257-9-5 by Lighting Global.

Other information

Schneider Electric offers other energy solutions like Solar Homaya Hybrid Home System 850 & 1500, Homaya SHSO1, Homaya USB charging station and Solar Home System components. The company also offers other solutions in the residential and industrial automation and control sectors.

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