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BESS AC Block Manufacturers

Compare AC-coupled Battery Energy Storage System products with integrated PCS for C&I and utility-scale projects.

35 manufacturers
Manufacturer Region Products Founded Ownership
AlphaESS China STORION-TB125 (261 kWh), Aster TB250 (705 kWh), Aster TB500 (1,410 kWh) 2012 Private
BYD China Chess Plus (233 kWh) 1995 Listed
CNTE China C&I Liquid Cooling BESS 2019 Private
CRRC China Integrated BESS Container 2015 Listed
Cubenergy China PowerCombo, FlexCombo 2015 Private
Envision Energy China Gen 8 Scalable Platform, EN 8 Pro 8 MWh 2007 Private
Fluence USA Gridstack Pro, Gridstack SL, Fluence IQ 2018 Listed
FoxESS China G-MAX 215 kWh All-in-One 2019 Private
GE Vernova USA Reservoir BESS, PowerStore Grid-forming BESS 2024 Listed
Gooree China GR261L (261 kWh), GR261LH (261 kWh), GR2000LH (2,089 kWh) 2021 Private
Hoenergy China C&I Liquid Cooling BESS 2005 Private
Honeywell USA Ionic Modular 1906 Listed
Hyosung Heavy Industries South Korea Containerized ESS 1966 Listed
HyperStrong China HyperBlock III AC (5.016 MWh), HyperBlock M AC (12.8 MWh), HyperCube C&I II (233 kWh) 2009 Listed
JDEnergy China eBlock Smart Energy Block 2018 Private
Jinko ESS China SunGiga G2 (261 kWh), SunGiga G2 Plus (520 kWh) 2022 Listed
Linyang Energy China Power-Key 254 (254 kWh), Power Matrix Liquid Cooling Cabinet 1995 Listed
Maxxen Switzerland AC Cabinet (261 kWh) 2024 Private
Merus Power Finland Merus ESS 2005 Listed
Narada Power Source China Center L Max 8.338 MWh 1994 Listed
Pylontech China L3300-OMNI (3.3 MWh), L2200-OMNI (2.231 MWh), A2000-OMNI (2 MWh), A1000-OMNI (1.035 MWh), A300-HY (300 kWh), L260-OMNI (260 kWh), A100-HY (104 kWh) 2009 Listed
Risen Energy China eTron 5 MWh 1986 Listed
Schneider Electric France BESS 20ft (1,720 kWh) 1836 Listed
Sermatec China EASYCUBE (261 kWh) 2017 Private
Siemens Energy Germany SINACON BESS 2020 Listed
Sigenergy China SigenStor 5-in-1 2022 Private
SolaX Power China ESS-AELIO 2012 Listed
Sungrow China PowerTitan 3.0 10ft Flex, PowerTitan 3.0 20ft Class, PowerTitan 3.0 30ft Plus 1997 Listed
Sunwoda China NoahX-1500/6528 (6.528 MWh) 1997 Listed
Tesla Energy USA Megapack 2 XL 3.9 MWh, Megapack 2, Megapack LFP 2015 Listed
Trina Storage China Elementa Electra 1997 Listed
Volvo Energy Sweden PU500 (540 kWh), PU2000 (2 MWh) 2022 Listed
Wärtsilä Energy Finland GridSolv Quantum 1834 Listed
ZOE Energy Storage China Z BOX I 2022 Private
Zhiguang Electric China C&I Liquid Cooling BESS (3.44 MWh) 1999 Listed

What is an AC Block?

An AC block is a fully integrated energy storage system that combines battery modules, a battery management system (BMS), power conversion system (PCS/inverter), thermal management, and fire suppression in a single enclosure. AC blocks output grid-ready AC power and can be connected directly to the medium-voltage transformer or switchgear.

AC blocks simplify system design and reduce on-site integration work compared to DC blocks. They are used in both C&I and utility-scale projects, with product sizes ranging from compact cabinets (~215 kWh) to full-size containers (up to 10 MWh).

What to compare when evaluating AC blocks

When shortlisting AC block suppliers for a BESS project, these are the key technical specifications EPCs, developers, and investors typically evaluate:

C-Rate
0.25C – 1C
1h, 2h, or 4h duration — determines power-to-energy ratio
Energy Capacity
215 kWh – 10 MWh
C&I cabinets to utility-scale containers
Chemistry
LFP dominant
Nearly all AC block manufacturers use LFP chemistry
Round-Trip Efficiency
85 – 92%
AC-side RTE including PCS conversion losses
Cooling Method
Liquid or Air
Liquid cooling is standard for higher-capacity systems
Certifications
UL 9540A, IEC 62619
Plus IEC 62477 for PCS safety and grid code compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between an AC block and a DC block?

An AC block integrates the battery system and the power conversion system (PCS/inverter) inside the same enclosure, outputting grid-ready AC power. A DC block contains only the battery system and outputs DC power, requiring a separate external PCS. AC blocks simplify installation and reduce on-site cabling, while DC blocks offer more flexibility in component selection.

When should you choose an AC block over a DC block?

AC blocks are well suited for C&I projects, space-constrained sites, and projects where simplicity and fast deployment are priorities. They reduce the number of separate components to procure and install. DC blocks are more common for large utility-scale projects where developers want to select the PCS independently.

What certifications should an AC block have?

AC blocks require the same battery safety certifications as DC blocks — UL 9540A (fire safety), IEC 62619 (battery safety), and UN 38.3 (transport). Because they include the PCS, they also need inverter-related certifications such as IEC 62477 (power electronics safety) and grid code compliance (e.g., IEEE 1547 in the US, EN 50549 in Europe).

What is the typical energy capacity range for AC blocks?

AC blocks span a wide range — from C&I cabinets around 215–700 kWh to utility-scale containers of 3–10 MWh. The capacity depends on the target market segment. C&I systems tend to be smaller cabinet-style units, while utility-scale AC blocks use standard 20ft or 40ft containers.

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