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Generate Your Own Solar Power With the Craftstrom Solar “Ultra Light” 1200 Watt Balcony Solar Kit. Payback Time as little as 2.5 years in California, and under 5 years in Massachusetts and New York.
- Designed for DIY or Handyman: The 1200 Watt Craftstrom Plug & Play Balcony Solar Kit is for people who want the benefits of solar power without purchasing a large rooftop system, signing a long-term solar agreement or making major permanent changes to their property. It installs in one day and does not require permitting or interconnection agreements. It is NEC compliant and UL 3700 compliant with double-redundant safety features designed in Austria.
- Our Craftstrom Ultra Light Premium Series Solar Panels weigh about as much as a gallon of milk (about 9 lbs), making setup much easier than with standard glass solar panels. A 200 watt glass panels can weigh 20 lbs or more, and 400 – 450 watt glass panels are the size of a small door and weigh 50 pounds!
- Payback Time in as little as 2.5 years in California and Hawaii. Payback time in less than 5 years in Maine, Massachusets and New York. (Payback time depends your cost per kW/h. 2.5 years is based on an avoided electricity cost of $.60 per kWh, with a 5% annual cost increase. Payback time at $0.30 per kWh is approx 4.7 years)
Instead of sending all solar production through a traditional rooftop-solar installation, the Craftstrom system uses compact solar panels, smart microinverters and real-time energy monitoring to help offset the electricity your home is already using.
It is an excellent middle-ground system for homeowners, renters, condominium owners, apartment residents, tiny-home owners and anyone whose roof is shaded, unsuitable or unavailable for traditional solar.
The six-panel system provides 1,200 watts of total rated solar-panel capacity, making it larger than an entry-level balcony solar system while remaining portable and expandable.
What Is Included in the 1200 Watt Craftstrom Solar Kit?
The current 1200-watt package includes:
- Six 200-watt bifacial solar panels
- Three 350-watt smart microinverters
- One Craftstrom Smart PowerMeter
- Three inverter connector cables
- One AC connection cable
- Craftstrom mobile app access
The six solar panels provide a combined rated panel capacity of 1,200 watts. Bifacial solar panels can collect direct sunlight on the front and reflected light on the rear when installed with adequate space and a reflective surface behind them.
Actual rear-side production depends on panel placement, mounting height, surface reflectivity and shading. “Up to 30% more” should be treated as a best-case potential rather than guaranteed additional production.
How Much Electricity Can the 1200 Watt Kit Produce?
The current product listing estimates production of up to 2,160 kilowatt-hours per year.
Actual solar production will vary according to:
- Geographic location
- Daily hours of sunlight
- Panel direction and tilt
- Seasonal weather
- Shade from buildings or trees
- Panel temperature
- Dust, snow and debris
- Rear-side reflectivity
- Inverter limitations
- Household energy consumption
A south-facing installation with strong, unobstructed sunlight will normally produce more electricity than panels facing north or experiencing regular shade.
The system is intended to reduce electricity purchased from the utility. It should not be presented as completely eliminating a customer’s electricity bill.
What Is a Plug In Balcony Solar Kit?
A plug and play balcony solar kit is a compact solar-energy system designed to produce electricity close to where that electricity will be consumed.
The solar panels generate direct-current electricity from sunlight. Smart microinverters convert that electricity into alternating-current electricity compatible with the home. The Craftstrom Smart PowerMeter monitors household energy consumption and communicates with the system to balance solar production against the electricity being used inside the home.
Your appliances continue operating normally. The solar system simply helps supply part of the electricity they need during daylight hours, reducing the amount of electricity that must be purchased from the utility.
The system is not limited to a literal apartment balcony. Depending on sunlight, mounting requirements and property rules, panels may be positioned on a:
- Balcony
- Patio
- Deck
- Backyard
- Pergola
- Carport
- Shed
- Flat-roof area
- Ground-mounted solar stand
Panels must always be secured with mounting equipment appropriate for the location, weather and wind conditions.
How the Craftstrom Zero-Export System Works
The Smart PowerMeter measures how much electricity the home is consuming. The Craftstrom system then adjusts solar production based on that consumption.
For example, when the home is consuming 900 watts and sufficient sunlight is available, the solar system can supply a portion of that demand. When household consumption decreases, the system reduces its production to help prevent excess solar electricity from being sent onto the public utility grid.
Craftstrom describes this as zero-export solar. The manufacturer states that excess production is throttled at the inverter or directed to a compatible Craftstrom battery when storage is added.
The utility grid remains available whenever the house needs more electricity than the panels are producing. There is no interruption or switching required during normal operation.
What Can a 1200 Watt Solar Kit Power?
The Craftstrom system does not normally power only one dedicated appliance. Solar electricity enters the home’s electrical system and helps offset the loads operating on the connected electrical leg.
Common daytime loads that may be partially offset include:
- Refrigerators and freezers
- Internet routers
- Computers and monitors
- Televisions
- Fans
- Lighting
- Home-office equipment
- Pool-circulation equipment
- Dehumidifiers
- Small appliances
- Standby electrical loads
When home consumption is greater than solar production, the utility supplies the difference automatically.
For example, when the home is using 1,800 watts and the Craftstrom system is producing 900 watts, approximately 900 watts can come from solar while the remaining demand comes from the utility.
Solar for Homeowners, Renters and Apartments
Traditional rooftop solar is not practical for every property. A renter may not own the roof. A homeowner may have heavy shade, an older roof, strict HOA rules or plans to move. A condominium resident may not control the building’s common roof.
The 1200 Watt Craftstrom Plug & Play Balcony Solar Kit provides another way to begin producing solar electricity.
It may be particularly useful for:
- Renters with property-owner approval
- Apartment and condominium residents
- Homeowners with shaded or unsuitable roofs
- Customers who do not want a rooftop-solar loan
- People who want a movable solar system
- Tiny homes and accessory dwelling units
- Customers who want to begin with a smaller system
- Households with significant daytime electricity usage
Renters and condominium owners should review lease, association, building and mounting restrictions before installing panels.
App-Based Solar Monitoring
The Craftstrom app allows customers to view solar production and household energy information from a compatible connected device.
Monitoring helps customers understand:
- How much solar electricity is being generated
- When the home uses the most electricity
- How panel placement affects production
- Whether shading is reducing output
- How much utility electricity is being offset
- When compatible battery storage may be beneficial
This makes the system more than a collection of panels and inverters. It becomes a home-energy management system that helps customers understand and improve their electricity usage.
Installation and Electrical Safety
The solar panels, stands and exterior components are designed for straightforward assembly. However, all instructions must be followed, panels must be secured correctly, and the system must be connected to an appropriate electrical circuit.
Any installation or connection inside an electrical panel should be completed by a qualified electrician.
The Smart PowerMeter and required electrical protection must be installed and configured correctly before the system is operated. Customers should also verify local electrical, building, utility, property-owner and association requirements.
Avoid absolute statements such as “no permit is ever required” or “no utility registration is required anywhere.” Craftstrom’s own FAQ advises customers to check whether their utility requires an agreement for a zero-export system.
Does the Kit Provide Power During an Outage?
The standard grid-connected solar kit is not, by itself, a whole-home backup power system.
Craftstrom states that its smart inverters automatically shut down within milliseconds when the utility grid goes down. This anti-islanding protection helps prevent the system from energizing utility lines during an outage.
Customers who want nighttime energy or backup power should consider a compatible battery system specifically configured for that purpose.
Why Buy From On Demand Instant Solar?
On Demand Instant Solar provides Craftstrom Plug & Play Solar systems for customers looking for an alternative to expensive conventional rooftop installations.
Your current offer includes:
- Free & Fast shipping across the continental United States
- Product and system support
- Multiple Craftstrom system sizes
- Expansion and battery options
- A 30-day money-back guarantee
Orders shipped to Alaska or Hawaii may require additional shipping charges.
Josh Jessen –
The 1200-watt CraftStrom kit is the perfect middle ground—more power than the entry kit but still incredibly easy to set up. It plugs in, syncs with the home instantly, and you can see the reduction in usage right away. The system runs quietly, performs consistently, and feels very well engineered. For anyone wanting a hassle-free way to cut their electric costs, this kit delivers exactly what it promises.
Don Fielding –
I recently purchased the 1200-watt CraftStrom solar kit from On Demand Instant Solar, and I could not be happier with the entire experience.
From the moment I placed the order, everything went smoothly. One of the biggest surprises was how quickly the system arrived. I received my order within only three days of purchasing it. I was expecting a much longer wait for a product like this, so the fast shipping was extremely impressive. The order arrived promptly, and the entire purchasing and delivery process was simple and hassle-free.
The customer service from On Demand Instant Solar was also outstanding. They were friendly, responsive, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. Any questions I had were answered clearly, and I never felt like I was being rushed or ignored. They genuinely seemed to care about making sure I understood the system and was completely satisfied with my purchase.
That kind of customer support is very important when buying a solar system. There can be a lot of questions about the equipment, installation, operation, and what to expect from the system. It was reassuring to know that I was purchasing from a company that was available to help and stood behind what it sold.
As for the 1200-watt CraftStrom kit itself, I absolutely love it. The system is well-designed, the components feel sturdy and well-built, and the overall quality is excellent. Everything feels like it was designed to work together as a complete system rather than being a collection of random parts.
I also appreciate how practical the system is. Traditional rooftop solar can be expensive, complicated, and time-consuming. This kit provides a much more straightforward way to begin producing solar energy without taking on a massive project. The 1200-watt system is large enough to provide meaningful solar production while still being manageable and easy to understand.
The system also gives me the flexibility to expand in the future if I decide that I want additional solar capacity. That was important to me because I did not want to be locked into one setup with no room to grow. It is a great starting point for someone who wants to lower their electricity usage and begin generating some of their own power.
Overall, my experience with On Demand Instant Solar has been excellent. The shipping was incredibly fast, the customer service was exceptional, and the CraftStrom product has exceeded my expectations. It is refreshing to work with a company that communicates well, provides great support, and delivers exactly what it promises.
I would highly recommend On Demand Instant Solar to anyone considering a CraftStrom solar kit. Based on my experience, they are dependable, knowledgeable, responsive, and committed to taking care of their customers. I am extremely satisfied with my 1200-watt system and would not hesitate to purchase from them again.
Five stars for the product, the fast shipping, the customer service, and the entire experience.
Jenny Ostrander –
After researching different solar options, I decided to order the 1200-watt CraftStrom kit through On Demand Instant Solar. I am very glad I did because the experience was better than I expected in every way.
The first thing that stood out was the delivery speed. My order showed up just three days after I placed it. I was prepared for a much longer wait, especially since solar equipment can sometimes take weeks to arrive. Instead, the entire process moved quickly, and I was able to get started almost immediately.
The service I received from On Demand Instant Solar was just as impressive as the shipping. They were easy to reach, patient with my questions, and very knowledgeable about the system. I never felt like I was bothering them or getting rushed off the phone. They took the time to explain things clearly and made sure I felt comfortable with what I was purchasing.
It is rare to find a company that provides this level of attention both before and after a sale. A lot of companies are helpful while they are trying to get your order, but the support disappears once the payment goes through. That was not my experience here. On Demand Instant Solar continued to be responsive and helpful, which gave me a lot of confidence in my purchase.
The CraftStrom kit itself has also been fantastic. I purchased the 1200-watt system, and I am extremely happy with the quality and design. The equipment feels solid, the components work well together, and the overall system is much easier to understand than I originally expected.
What I like most is that it gives me a realistic and approachable way to begin using solar power. I did not want to take on a huge, complicated rooftop installation, and I did not want to deal with an expensive project that would take months to complete. This system gave me a much simpler path to producing my own electricity.
The 1200-watt size also feels like a great balance. It is substantial enough to make the system worthwhile, but it is still manageable and practical. I also like knowing that I have options to expand later instead of having to replace everything or start over.
From ordering to delivery to customer support, the entire experience was smooth. There were no unnecessary delays, no confusing communication, and no feeling that I was left on my own after buying the system.
I would confidently recommend On Demand Instant Solar to anyone looking into a CraftStrom system. They provided fast delivery, excellent communication, and genuinely helpful customer service. The product has been great, and the buying experience was exactly what you hope for when making an important purchase.
I am very satisfied with my 1200-watt CraftStrom kit, and On Demand Instant Solar has earned my trust and my business.
Carla J –
**Excellent 1200 Watt Solar Kit from On Demand Instant Solar**
I’m a highly satisfied customer of **On Demand Instant Solar** and couldn’t be happier with my **1200 watt solar kit**. I was looking for an affordable, easy-to-use **home solar power system** that could help reduce my electricity costs without the expense and complexity of a traditional rooftop solar installation. This kit has been an excellent solution.
The **1200 watt plug-in solar kit** is well-built, professionally packaged, and straightforward to set up. The solar panels and other components feel durable and high quality, and the system has performed exactly as expected. It is a great option for homeowners interested in **DIY solar**, **plug-in solar panels**, or a smaller **grid-tied solar system** that can produce clean energy during the day.
My experience with **On Demand Instant Solar customer service** was also excellent. They were responsive, knowledgeable, and helpful throughout the ordering process. It was refreshing to work with a solar company that communicates clearly and genuinely cares about its customers.
For anyone researching a **1200 watt solar panel kit**, **balcony solar system**, **plug-and-play solar kit**, or an affordable way to start generating solar energy at home, I highly recommend On Demand Instant Solar. The combination of quality equipment, professional service, and an easy purchasing experience made this one of the best solar purchases I have made.
I would absolutely buy from **On Demand Instant Solar** again and recommend their 1200 watt kit to anyone looking for a practical, dependable, and cost-effective home solar solution.
Dean H –
I’m very happy with my Craftstrom 1200 watt solar kit from On Demand Instant Solar. The system is well-built, easy to use, and has been performing great. Their customer service was professional, responsive, and helpful. I highly recommend On Demand Instant Solar to anyone looking for a dependable, affordable home solar kit.