Smarten Launches HELIX Series MPPT Solar PCU Range, Starting from ₹5,350

Smarten Launches HELIX Series MPPT Solar PCU Range, Starting from ₹5,350​

Smarten Power Systems has announced the launch of the 8th Series of its MPPT Solar PCU range, named HELIX 1100-1250. The new lineup is designed to provide efficient, reliable, and cost-effective power backup solutions for residential households and rural communities across India.

The HELIX series is aimed at accelerating solar energy adoption and is available nationwide with a starting price of ₹5,350. The company stated that it expects strong traction from both installers and end-users, supported by its extensive nationwide distribution network and expanding solar ecosystem.

Technical Specifications and Design​

The HELIX series includes two models: the HELIX 1100 and the HELIX 1250. Both models utilize a 12V architecture but are engineered to support different solar input thresholds. The HELIX 1100 handles up to 600W of solar panel input, while the higher-capacity HELIX 1250 extends support up to 1200W, facilitating greater solar harvesting for larger power requirements.

Both units incorporate MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) technology, which ensures higher solar conversion efficiency compared to conventional PWM-based systems. A key functional aspect of the platform is its ability to support 24V solar panels while operating on a 12V system architecture. This design approach helps reduce overall installation costs, as 24V panels are reported to be more economical and widely used in modern solar deployments, without compromising system efficiency.

The models feature pure sine wave output, ensuring stable power suitable for sensitive household appliances. For uninterrupted power during grid fluctuations, the system offers a fast changeover time of less than 10 milliseconds in UPS mode, while WUPS mode provides flexible backup switching for varying load conditions.

Advanced Power Management and Reliability​

The HELIX series integrates advanced solar-grid-battery power sharing logic. This intelligent system prioritizes solar energy usage by default, ensuring maximum self-consumption of generated power. It automatically balances grid support when solar availability is insufficient. Furthermore, the system includes configurable SOC-based control that manages grid connect and disconnect thresholds based on the battery's health status.

In terms of longevity, the units are equipped with deep discharge battery recovery functionality, designed to extend battery life and improve long-term system reliability. Battery compatibility extends to Li-ion, SMF, and tubular batteries, with dedicated lithium charging profiles ensuring optimal performance for modern energy storage systems.

A graphical LCD display provides users with real-time visibility of input voltage, output load, battery status, charging current, and system mode. Operational safety is maintained through multiple safeguards, including overload protection with staged shutdown, reverse battery protection, over-temperature cut-off above 100°C, and backfeed protection.

Management Commentary​

Rajnish Sharma, Whole Time Director and Chief Executive Officer of Smarten, emphasized that the HELIX series directly addresses common challenges faced by solar users, such as achieving consistent performance while minimizing high installation costs and energy loss during power source switching. He stated that the combination of advanced MPPT efficiency, intelligent power sharing, and 24V panel compatibility allows customers to maximize solar utilization and ensure reliable backup power economically.

Pricing Details​

The pricing for the newly launched models is as follows:

Company Overview​

Smarten Power Systems is an Indian company specializing in the design, assembly, and supply of power backup and solar energy solutions for both residential and commercial applications. The company develops and manufactures products including home UPS systems, solar inverters, solar power conditioning units, and solar charge controllers, while also trading solar panels and batteries. Operating with a distribution led model, Smarten serves customers across 23 states and 2 union territories in India and has expanded its presence to more than 17 countries across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia. The company continues to invest in research and development, focusing on advancing renewable energy adoption.

SMARTEN Stock Price Movement​

As of 12:35 PM, shares of Smarten Power Systems Limited are slipping by 0.10% in live trading, currently trading at ₹49.00. The stock has seen 4,800 shares traded so far today, reflecting intraday selling pressure.