TCL X5 C&I storage

Small footprint.
Serious power.

The TCL X5 is a radically compact and scalable commercial storage solution, designed for the small and medium-sized C&I segment.

Coming soon! The TCL W10 is the industrial AC-coupled big brother for larger-scale C&I sites demanding maximum capacity and grid resilience.

Why the TCL X5 for your next project

Fits where others won't

The most compact integrated cabinet on the market means less disruption to your site, faster installation, and lower labour costs. Ideal for businesses where space is tight.

Back up for your back up

With under 20ms switchover - faster than most equipment even notices - plus built-in generator input, you have 4-layer energy security: grid, solar, generator, and seamless battery backup.

More power from your solar

Up to 200% PV input and 6 MPPT channels mean you're maximising the energy from your roof, whatever the layout or orientation. Less waste, more self-consumption, better ROI.

Start small - scaling is simple

Begin with 50kW/100kWh and scale to 500kW/1MWh by simply connecting more cabinets in parallel. Your energy system grows with your business - no costly rip-and-replace.

Commercial & Industrial all-in-one energy storage

Integrated Design & Flexible Installation

  • LFP 314Ah Cells: more stable system, higher energy density
  • Plug-and-play: All-in-one design, quick deployment with factory pre-integration
  • A single cabinet supports system expansion from 2h to 8h (50kW/400kWh)
  • The maximum supported number of cabinets for parallel operation is 10 (500kW/1MWh)

Versatile Energy & Grid-Free Capability

  • 6 MPPT channels; 200% PV input
  • Multi-energy integration for diverse applications
  • Seamless transition: on/off-grid switching under 20ms, uninterrupted power for critical loads
  • Black start: self-starting in extreme conditions without grid or solar power

Enhanced Safety & Multiple Protection

  • IP55 rating: C3/C4 corrosion resistance, adapt to extreme environments
  • Cooling system in battery compartment: ensures stability and longevity
  • Fire and aerosol integration: Combustible gas detection with integrated ventilation, Gel fire suppression in battery compartment
  • 5 Year Warranty: Comprehensive lifecycle safety assurance

Smart Operation & Cost Efficiency

  • Remote OTA: automatic optimization of features and performance
  • Intelligent monitoring: remote diagnostics, visual status display, alerts and analysis
  • Compatible EMS: unified management across multiple sites, reducing operational costs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TCL X5 and who is it designed for?

The TCL X5 is a commercial and industrial (C&I) battery energy storage system designed for businesses and industrial sites with significant energy demand. It supports self-consumption optimisation, peak shaving, backup power, and grid services - making it suited to a wide range of commercial applications where reducing energy costs and increasing resilience are priorities.

How scalable is the X5 system — and what are the capacity options?

The X5 is built for flexible, site-specific deployment. A single cabinet scales from 2h to 8h of storage (50kW / 100–400kWh), and up to 10 cabinets can operate in parallel - delivering a maximum system capacity of 500kW / 1MWh. The plug-and-play, all-in-one design with factory pre-integration means fast on-site deployment, and the modular architecture allows installers to start smaller and expand as demand grows.

What safety features does the X5 include?

The X5 incorporates multiple layers of safety protection at cell, module, and system level. This includes battery management system (BMS) protections, thermal management and compliance with relevant IEC safety standards. The multi-layer approach is designed to prevent fault propagation and ensure safe operation across the full range of commercial deployment environments.

What are the main commercial benefits for a business investing in the X5?

The X5 helps businesses reduce energy costs through peak shaving (shifting consumption away from expensive peak-rate periods), maximising self-consumption of on-site solar generation, and providing backup power that protects against costly downtime. Over time, these capabilities combine to deliver a strong return on investment, with the system also positioned to earn revenue through grid services programmes where available.

Can the X5 participate in grid services or demand response programmes?

Yes. The X5 is designed to support grid services participation, including demand response and flexibility programmes offered by grid operators across Europe. This enables site owners to generate additional revenue by making stored energy available to the grid at times of high demand - turning the battery system into an active commercial asset beyond its on-site energy management role