Tesla
Backup Gateway 3
Service-entrance-rated site controller. Handles utility disconnect, islanding, and metering.
At a glance
Key specs
- Continuous current
- 200 A, service-entrance rated
- Short-circuit rating
- 22 kA (Square D / Eaton) or 25 kA (Eaton CSR/BWH)
- Internal panelboard
- 200 A, 8-space / 16-circuit (Eaton BR, Siemens QP, or Square D HOM)
- Main breaker range
- 100 to 200 A
- Metering accuracy
- Revenue grade ±0.5%
- Connectivity
- CAN to Powerwall, plus Wi-Fi / Ethernet / cellular via Powerwall
- Islanding transition
- Automatic, ~25 ms on grid loss
- Dimensions
- 26 × 16 × 6 in, 36 lb
- Enclosure
- NEMA 3R (indoor or outdoor)
- Storm Watch
- NWS alert integration via Tesla app
Warranty
10 years
- Covered under the Powerwall Limited Warranty, pairs 1:1 with Powerwall 3
- OTA firmware updates included for the life of the product
- Transfers with the home at no fee
Certifications
Tested and approved
UL 67UL 869AUL 916UL 1741 PCSCSA C22.2 No. 107.1 / No. 29FCC Part 15 Class B
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