SPR Cattle Co sought a high-capacity solar solution for their remote cattle station, Cunalama, with a clear objective: “The biggest system we can get.” Their primary goal was to significantly reduce rising electricity bills, which were averaging $5,000 per quarter.
Site & Usage Overview
Location: Cunalama Station
Roof Type: Pitched shed
Electrical Phase: Single phase
Key Energy Loads: Borepump and pressure pump
Meter Box Location: Approximately 15 metres from the main shed
Battery Consideration: System was designed to accommodate future battery expansion
Customer Pain Points & Demands
Increasing energy costs
High operational demands from water pumping equipment
Desire for long-term savings and reduced grid dependence
Request for a large-scale system that maximises available generation capacity
Solution Delivered by AusPac Solar
AusPac Solar designed and installed a dual-system solution on the same property to meet distinct energy needs for both the pump infrastructure and the residence:
Pump System:
13.2 kW solar array
21.6 kWh battery storage
House System:
15.84 kW solar array
43.2 kWh battery storage
Total Site Capacity:
29.04 kW solar generation
64.8 kWh battery storage
This powerful combined system ensures robust performance across the site’s most energy-intensive operations while preparing for future off-grid flexibility.
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