Fronius expands residential solar backup power with PV Point Comfort

<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Austria-based inverter manufacturer Fronius has launched PV Point Comfort, a retrofit-ready hardware upgrade that provides automatic backup power for essential household loads without requiring battery storage.</span></p><p><strong>From <a href="https://pv-magazine-usa.com/2026/03/03/fronius-expands-residential-solar-backup-power-with-pv-point-comfort/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">pv magazine USA</a></strong></p>
<p><span>Fronius USA has announced the launch of PV Point Comfort, a dedicated branch circuit solution designed to provide continuous power to essential household loads during grid outages. </span></p>
<p><span>Building on the company’s existing PV Point technology, the new hardware integration enables a “set it and forget it” backup experience for homeowners without the immediate necessity of a stationary battery storage system.</span></p>
<p><span>The solution is specifically engineered to keep critical infrastructure like internet routers, refrigerators, or outdoor circuits live during both normal grid operation and utility failures.</span></p>
<p><span>The PV Point Comfort functions by maintaining a live branch circuit that transitions automatically during an outage, eliminating the need for manual intervention by the user.</span></p>
<p><span>The function differentiates it from standard backup outlets that often require manual activation or only function during daylight hours in a grid-down scenario.</span></p>
<p>Key technical and installation features include:</p>
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<p><strong>Rapid installation.</strong> The system integrates via an additional circuit board installed directly within the inverter’s connection area.</p>
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<p><strong>Time efficiency.</strong> Fronius states the hardware can be integrated in as little as 30 minutes.</p>
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<p><strong>Retrofit compatibility.</strong> The hardware works with existing Fronius GEN24 and GEN24 Plus systems.</p>
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<p><strong>Flexibility.</strong> Current owners can add the upgrade after initial system installation.</p>
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<p><strong>Automatic transition.</strong> The Comfort configuration keeps the dedicated circuit powered regardless of grid status.</p>
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<p><span>The release comes as homeowners increasingly seek “peace of mind” amid rising grid instabilities. By offering a path to essential load backup that is “retrofit ready,” Fronius aims to provide flexibility for users who may not be ready for a full battery commitment but require reliable power for specific devices.</span></p>
<p><span>The PV Point Comfort is available through authorized Fronius distributors. Homeowners with compatible GEN24 systems can coordinate the upgrade through their local solar installers.</span></p>
<p><span>Based in Austria, Fronius remains a privately owned family business with 37 international subsidiaries and over 1,600 active patents. The company’s Solar & Energy unit continues to focus on maximizing solar yields and grid resilience through integrated hardware and software solutions.</span></p>