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Futureproof your home

with 85% energy independence

Come rain, shine, blackouts or peak-rate periods, you're in control. Ara Core +solar from dcbel lets your home generate, store and manage its own energy, reducing your reliance on the grid by up to 85%.

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Meet Ara Core +solar

What if the grid became your backup power source?

Ara Core +solar is the next-generation system that brings clean energy home.

Integrate solar, battery storage, and a bidirectional EV with less clutter and unparalleled efficiency.

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Incentives
for Texas residents

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Claim up to $7,000 in solar rebates.

Ara +solar also qualifies for a property tax exemption.¹

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Southern Living Idea House

Ready to see the Ara in action and explore the latest innovations in home design? dcbel is proud to be powering the Southern Living Idea House in Fredericksburg, Texas.

The Idea House will be open to the public for tours from September 18 through December 20.

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Southern Living Idea House

Ready to see the Ara in action and explore the latest innovations in home design? dcbel is proud to be powering the Southern Living Idea House in Fredericksburg, Texas.

The Idea House will be open to the public for tours from September 18 through December 20.

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Get your new home

off to a clean start

Build with confidence. See how Ara Core futureproofs your home from day one.
Building homes professionally? Explore our solutions.

INTEGRATED

One Home Energy Station. One installation. One support team. Zero hassle.

FLEXIBLE

Connect clean energy sources at your own pace without costly retrofits.

GUARANTEED

Includes a 12-year warranty2 and free software updates to keep your Ara up to date.

STREAMLINED

Replaces solar inverters, a bidirectional charger, a Level 2 charger, battery inverter, and a home energy management system.

No more blackouts, ever.

Do you worry about losing power during extreme heat, winter cold snaps, or load shed events? During a blackout, Ara Core can power your home with a compatible bidirectional EV for up to 10 days.3

Plus, only Ara Core +solar lets you add solar panels and use them to power your home during a blackout.


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Lower bills thanks to smarter energy

When you have more energy than you need, Ara gets to work. You can enroll in vehicle-to-grid programs and Ara will sell your excess EV energy, earning you money without lifting a finger.

Want to upgrade your EV charging? With Ara Core +solar, you can charge with the sun to get up to 20,000 miles of free range per year.

What makes

What makes

Ara unique?

• Ara’s Orchestrate operating system decides whether to use, store or sell energy 100 times per second to maximize the value of your energy.


• Turns a compatible bidirectional EV into the biggest home
battery you’ll ever own, and features universal charging for two EVs at once.


• Designed in Montreal by Paul Deutschman, the visionary behind some of history’s game-changing cars including the Callaway Corvette


• Built in the USA for uncompromising safety


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What makes

What makes

Ara unique?

• Ara’s Orchestrate operating system decides whether to use, store or sell energy 100 times per second to maximize the value of your energy.


• Turns a compatible bidirectional EV into the biggest home
battery you’ll ever own, and features universal charging for two EVs at once.


• Designed in Montreal by Paul Deutschman, the visionary behind some of history’s game-changing cars including the Callaway Corvette


• Built in the USA for uncompromising safety


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Better energy

more freedom


Up to 30% more efficient

Most home energy solutions are fragmented, leading to power losses of up to 30%. Ara’s patented all-in-one station lets you keep more of the energy you generate, so you buy less from the grid.

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Universal EV charging

Ara Core is leading the way for bidirectional DC charging - a revolutionary way to power your home. And when it comes to charging your EV? With two connectors, Ara supports all major standards, so you’re always ready for what’s next.

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The highest standards of security

Your energy is in good hands; always protected thanks to military-grade data encryption and certified to stringent UL and CSIP standards.

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Built for the long haul

Your home withstands the elements, just like Ara Core. Its NEMA 3R-rated enclosure is designed for indoor or outdoor installation, while comprehensive 12-year warranty² coverage helps protect your investment for years to come.

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Build your private grid. Get total home energy control.

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(1) Based on the combined maximum value of the Austin Energy Solar Rebate (up to $4,000) and the City of Sunset Valley Solar Energy Conservation Rebate (up to $3,000). Incentive availability, eligibility requirements, funding levels, geographic restrictions and program terms are determined solely by the issuing program administrator and may change without notice. dcbel does not administer these programs and cannot guarantee eligibility, approval or funding availability. Property tax exemption availability is subject to applicable Texas law and individual circumstances. Homeowners should consult a qualified tax professional regarding eligibility and tax treatment.
(2) Warranty terms and conditions available here
(3) Based on 30 kWh use per day using the an EV with a rated battery capacity of 111 kWh. Rationing power assumes 10 kWh use per day. Your results may vary based on energy usage.
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