Best for 400A Estates & Multi-Panel MicrogridsUL 916 / UL 489 Companion ModulesSmart Breaker Ecosystem
Savant Power System & Smart Companion Modules: Luxury Microgrid Automation
Engineered for luxury custom homes, 400A–800A estates, and multi-panel microgrids, the Savant Power System uses snap-in dual-circuit companion modules inside standard Square D QO or Eaton BR panels to orchestrate solar, multi-stack LFP batteries, and standby generators with millisecond precision.
Hardware Price
$3,200 – $8,500
Turnkey Installed
$5,500 – $14,000
Battery Runtime Extension
+50% to +80%
Busbar / Circuits
400A / 60 Ckts
Key Master Electrician & ROI Takeaways
- ✓Scales effortlessly across 2, 3, or 4 subpanels (400A to 800A services) where single-box smart panels hit a hard ceiling.
- ✓Snap-in Power Modules occupy standard 1-inch or 3/4-inch breaker spaces alongside existing breakers and switch up to 60A at 240V.
- ✓Deep integration with Savant home automation scenes—pressing 'Storm Mode' or 'Eco Mode' adjusts lighting, HVAC setpoints, and circuit relays simultaneously.
- ✓Native Sol-Ark and Savant Power Storage 20 integration manages generator auto-start and dynamic phase balancing.
Hardware & Busbar Specifications
- Model & Platform
- Savant Power Director + QO/BCPM Companion Relay Modules
- Enclosure Rating
- Installs inside any standard NEMA 1 / NEMA 3R Square D QO or 1-inch Load Center
- Relay & Breaker Architecture
- Dual-channel 30A/60A plug-on neutral or pigtail companion relay modules
- CT Metering Accuracy
- ±0.5% Class 0.5 revenue-grade internal current measurement per channel
- Communications & Local API
- Bluetooth Mesh (Panel-to-Director), Ethernet PoE, Wi-Fi, RS-485
- Dimensions, Weight & Warranty
- Modular DIN/Breaker form factor · Fits existing 30–60 space panels · 10-Year Warranty
Single-Line Wiring & NEC Topology
Multi-Panel Estate Microgrid with Companion Relay Modules
- Upstream Utility / MID Connection
- Supports parallel 200A panels (400A service) or 400A/600A commercial CT cabinets.
- Solar & Battery Inverter Landing
- Pairs with Savant Power Storage 20 (12.5kW / 20kWh LFP units stackable to 100kWh) or Sol-Ark 15K parallel stacks.
- Neutral-Ground Bonding (NEC 250)
- Uses standard load centers—preserves native NEC 250 service entrance or subpanel bonding.
- Hardware Fail-Safe Behavior
- Physical manual override switch on every Savant Power Module face allows manual circuit energizing independent of controller.
3-Tier Dynamic Load Shedding & Battery Extension Matrix
| Priority Tier | Control Logic | Typical Connected Loads | Trigger Condition | Battery Runtime Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Sanctuary Scene | Tier 1 (0%–100% SoC) | Master suite mini-split, sub-zero refrigeration, wine cellar cooling, security & networking | Always active during grid failure | Sustains multi-day estate backup on 40kWh+ battery bank |
| Dynamic Solar Following Scene | Tier 2 (Tracks Live PV Production) | Pool filtration, radiant floor heating, laundry room, guest house subpanel | Energizes dynamically when solar array production exceeds house base load by >3 kW | Maximizes 100% solar self-consumption without draining battery bank |
| Generator Boost Scene | Tier 3 (Active Only When Generator or Grid Online) | Dual 80A EV chargers, steam shower, snow-melt driveway mats, commercial kitchen hood | Locked out on battery-only; enabled when standby generator or utility grid stabilizes | Protects battery inverters from 30kW+ resistive heating spikes |
2026 Hardware, Electrician Labor & Permit Cost Breakdown
| Line Item | Fair Cash Cost Range | Auditor Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Savant Power Director + Energy Monitor Kit | $1,100 – $1,600 | Central microgrid brain with PoE Ethernet |
| 10x–20x Savant Dual/Quad Power Modules (20–40 Circuits) | $2,100 – $4,800 | Mix of 20A 120V and 60A 240V relay modules |
| Certified Integrator & Electrician Installation | $2,300 – $5,000 | Includes panel mapping and Savant scene programming |
Engineering Pros
- +The only smart panel architecture that cleanly scales to 400A, 600A, and 800A multi-panel luxury residences
- +Physical manual override switches on every module provide superior serviceability
- +Integrates thermostat temperature setpoints with hard circuit relays for smoother HVAC load shedding
Limitations & Watchouts
- −Requires double the breaker spaces inside the load center (1 space for the breaker + 1 space for the companion relay module)
- −Sold and commissioned primarily through authorized Savant integrators and certified electrical contractors
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do Savant Power Modules take up extra breaker spaces in the panel?
Because Savant separates UL 489 overcurrent protection (handled by standard Square D QO or Eaton breakers) from UL 916 relay switching and revenue-grade metering (handled by the adjacent Savant companion module). If a relay ever fails 12 years later, you can swap just the snap-in module in 3 minutes.
Can Savant Power System work without a full Savant smart home entertainment system?
Yes. The Savant Power Director operates as a standalone energy and microgrid controller with the Savant Power & Light app—no audio/video host is required.
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