Local control

spotEQ Node

The control unit installed on site. It reads the meter, carries out the battery plan and checks power commands against the configured operating limits.

  • Installed on site
  • One-second control
  • Runs offline
  • Local operating limits
spotEQ Node control unit with finned heatsink, network ports and terminal block, mounted on a DIN rail.

What the Node does

Equaliser calculates the plan. The Node runs it locally and reports the measured result.

Carries out the plan on site

The schedule is stored on the unit and executed locally in one-second steps against the measured site load.

Limits are checked before anything is sent

Each power command is checked against the configured site and equipment limits before it is applied.

Keeps working without internet

If the connection drops, the unit continues with the valid stored plan and stores measurements until the connection returns.

Records operation

Measurements and events are stored locally and reported to Equaliser. The site overview shows the latest readings and connection status.

Operation at your site

When the stored plan expires

The Node switches to the fallback agreed during setup. The default uses the battery to supply the site's own consumption. Other options include holding the last power value for a limited period or stopping battery activity. Configured limits still apply.

Site requirements

The Node needs space in the electrical cabinet, power and a network connection. Equipment compatibility and installation access are checked as part of the project.

Equipment support

Battery control is tested against the Victron platform listed in the technical reference. EV charging control is in development. Support for other equipment is assessed before it is included in a proposal.

Electrical protection

The Node controls energy use within configured operating limits. It does not replace the building's fuses, circuit breakers or other electrical protection.

Node technical reference →