Plan Powerwall 3 Mounting Configuration

Choose the Powerwall 3 Mounting Configuration

The following table outlines the approved mounting configurations for Powerwall 3. See Appendix A: Powerwall 3 Anchoring Details for which mounting configuration should be used depending on the seismic and wind speed conditions.

Table 1. Powerwall 3 Mounting Configurations
Ground- or Wall-mount Powerwall 3 with Wall Bracket Ground-mount Powerwall 3 on Poured Concrete Ground-mount Powerwall 3 on Poured Concrete with Steel Posts
Wall and Foundation Existing structural wall and existing approved foundation Existing structural wall and poured concrete foundation Poured concrete foundation with steel posts
Installation Information Installation instructions Installation instructions Installation instructions and anchoring details
Anchoring details Anchoring details

Choose a Wall Capable of Supporting Powerwall 3

Choose a wall capable of supporting the full weight of Powerwall 3. Walls with the following characteristics are acceptable:

  • Wood studs at regular intervals
  • Solid concrete or masonry

Other wall types are also acceptable depending on mounting configuration; see Anchoring Details for Ground- or Wall-mounting Powerwall 3 with Wall Bracket on Existing Approved Foundation for all acceptable wall types when mounting Powerwall 3 on the mounting bracket.

If ground-mounting Powerwall, choose a level surface adjacent to a wall space that meets the above requirements. Ensure the bearing surface is structurally sound and flat, and supports both Powerwall feet.