A new version of the Armada Power Optimizer has taken the transformative technology from an indoor-only application to one that can safely and effectively be used on water heaters outside of the home.
The NEMA 4X waterproof Optimizer design takes the patented product—both the Wi-Fi only and Wi-Fi + Cellular versions—and adds a UL-listed NEMA 4X enclosure. The result is no loss or change in performance but an even more versatile device.
When installed on an electric water heater and connected to Armada Power’s secure enterprise software platform, this controller effectively converts an electric resistive water heater into a rapid-response energy storage asset without impacting end-user comfort.
Designed to solve some of the power grid’s most pressing concerns, the waterproof Optimizer unlocks a myriad of benefits. Five times more cost-effective than batteries for most grid applications, it supports a variety of grid applications, including demand response, thermal energy storage, energy arbitrage, renewables integration, time-of-use optimization, fast frequency regulation, cold load pickup support, droop control, and more.
The unobtrusive Optimizer easily attaches to an electric water tank without requiring plumbing modifications. Two small wire probes continuously monitor the top and bottom tank temperatures, ensuring hot water remains available to the consumer. The sensors efficiently track power and voltage in real-time, and the resulting telemetry helps identify leaks, burned-out elements, and other tank anomalies.
