What is the Buffer and how does it help me?
In this article, you'll learn what the buffer is and how to use it to optimize your power consumption from the grid.
What exactly is the Buffer?
By setting the Buffer, you determine how much excess energy from your generation source (e.g. solar panel) will be injected into the grid before an associated consumer (such as your wallbox) turns on.
Think of the buffer as a safety net that ensures only genuine surplus is used by your consumers.
When is a high Buffer value beneficial?
A higher Buffer setting is particularly useful when your household has a fluctuating power consumption pattern.
Example: Your dishwasher runs while clouds pass by, reducing the performance of your solar panel temporarily. A sufficient buffer can prevent your electric vehicle from immediately switching to expensive grid power. Instead, it absorbs the fluctuation and reduces the power draw from the public grid.
Benefits of a high Buffer:
- Reduced Grid Power Consumption: You avoid buying power from the grid during brief generation fluctuations.
- Stable Charging Cycles: Your electric vehicle starts and stops less frequently, as it only activates when there is a stable surplus.
Where do I set the Buffer?
You can set the buffer by pressing your measurement system.