Description
The Blue Heeler MK II is an Australian made, all-in-one off-grid power system for tiny homes, cabins and 2-bedroom off-grid homes. One stainless steel cabinet holds the 5 kVA inverter, 10 kWh lithium battery and dual MPPT solar charging – hard-wire it to the building, connect your panels, and you have silent, fuel-free power around the clock, with generator auto-start standing by for long stretches of bad weather.
5 kVAInverter output
10 kWhLithium battery (exp. to 25 kWh)
5,200 WMaximum solar input
IP55Weatherproof, active cooling
See the Blue Heeler MK II in Action
Key Features of This All-In-One Off-Grid Solar System
- All-in-one, plug-and-play design: hard-wire to the building and add panels
- Dual MPPT solar charging, 12 x 440 W panels recommended (5,200 W max)
- Smart load management sheds non-critical circuits to stretch the battery overnight
- Generator inlet (15 A) with 2-wire auto-start for bad weather or high demand
- 4G cellular remote monitoring included, or use your own Wi-Fi
- 10 kWh battery, expandable to 25 kWh in 5 kWh steps with the ‘EX’ unit
- Stainless steel cabinet, IP55 rated with active cooling for hot climates
- Parallel multiple Blue Heelers for larger output and storage
Why Tiny Home Owners Choose the Blue Heeler
Genuine energy independenceSolar by day, battery by night – most typical usage is fully self-sustained from the sun.
Silent and fuel-freeNo generator drone, no fuel runs, no fumes – the generator only starts if it is truly needed.
Installed in hours, not daysOne cabinet, pre-assembled and factory-tested. Simply hard-wire and connect panels.
Grows with youAdd batteries in 5 kWh steps to 25 kWh, add solar via the ‘EX’ expansion – no rebuild.
Built for Australian conditionsStainless steel, IP55 rated, active cooling – proven from the coast to the outback.
Watch it from anywhere4G remote monitoring included for 12 months; guest-friendly local display available.
Technical Specifications
| Output | |
|---|---|
| Nominal output | 5,000 VA (3,700 W at 40°C), 230 VAC |
| Peak power | 9,000 W (10 seconds) |
| Primary power AC (Life) | 21 A, 230 VAC terminal |
| Auxiliary power AC (Luxury) | 15 A, 230 VAC terminal |
| Inlet | 1 x 15 A, 240 VAC (generator) |
| Battery | |
| Battery capacity | 10 kWh (2 x 5 kWh modules), expandable to 25 kWh |
| Usable capacity | 9 kWh |
| Runtime at 1.5 kVA | 6 hours |
| Runtime at 0.5 kVA | 18 hours |
| Solar | |
| Recommended panels | 12 x 440 W (3S/2P per MPPT) |
| Maximum solar input | 5,200 W, dual MPPT |
| Optimal orientation | North / North-West |
| General | |
| Typical usage average | Sun: 1.2 kW · Night: 0.4 kW |
| Dimensions (Power Box) | W 640 x H 730 x D 545 mm |
| Dimensions (‘EX’ expansion unit) | W 640 x H 700 x D 545 mm |
| Protection | IP55 rated, active controlled cooling |
Industries and Applications We Power
Tiny homes & cabinsPurpose-sized for off-grid tiny homes, transportable homes (drawbar or gusset mount) and weekenders.
Off-grid homesComfortable 2-bedroom off-grid living; step up to the ‘EX’ or Mastiff for larger homes.
Eco-tourism & glampingSilent power for guest stays, with lockable guest-mode monitoring options.
Construction & miningRemote power stations for site facilities without fuel logistics.
Government & communitiesTen Blue Heeler units restored reliable power to the remote Langarra community in the NT – delivered under budget. Read the case study.
Demountables & site officesClean power for accommodation and office buildings anywhere.
For Government, Councils and Large Organisations
Maxxiom supplies procurement-ready off-grid power to councils, government agencies, Tier 1 contractors and large operators. Every system arrives with the documentation your submission needs, and is designed, manufactured and supported from our own Brisbane facility – not imported and drop-shipped.Modular means redundancyAt Langarra in the Northern Territory the client first specified one large centralised system. We proposed ten Blue Heeler units instead – no cranes or barges needed, delivered under budget, and if one unit is ever serviced the community keeps its power. A single centralised system is a single point of failure.
Australian made in BrisbaneDesigned and manufactured locally for Australian Industry Participation and supply-chain resilience. Support and spare parts come from our workshop, not an overseas importer.
Compliance documentedBuilt to AS/NZS 3000, 3001, 4509 and 5033 with CEC/SAA guidelines, delivered with engineering documentation, schematics and commissioning reports.
Fleet visibilityGPS locator and 4G monitoring on every unit – see where each system is and its state of charge before you dispatch a technician or a truck.
Fuel-free operating costNo fuel logistics, no refuelling labour, no noise complaints. On a comparable Maxxiom deployment fuel use fell 100% in the first six months, saving up to $136 a day and cutting 1.62 tonnes of CO2 a month.
Emergency & resilience readySilent, self-recharging power for the assets that must not go dark – evacuation centres, community halls, water pumping and remote facilities. A generator needs a fuel truck; this recharges itself from the sun every day. Emergency & disaster response.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Blue Heeler MK II big enough to run a tiny home?
Yes – it is designed exactly for that. The 5 kVA inverter comfortably runs lights, fridge, TV, laptops, water pump and washing machine, with 9 kWh of usable battery for overnight. For heavy air-conditioning or a larger home, consider the Blue Heeler ‘EX’ or Mastiff MK II.
How many solar panels does it need?
We recommend 12 x 440 W panels (about 5.2 kW) across its dual MPPT inputs. That is roughly 26 square metres of roof or ground-mount area, facing north to north-west for the best result.
What happens during long periods of bad weather?
The Blue Heeler includes a 15 A generator inlet with 2-wire auto-start. If the battery runs low during extended cloud, it starts your generator automatically, recharges, then shuts it off – you do not have to do anything.
How long does the battery last overnight?
With 9 kWh usable, typical overnight loads (fridge, lights, electronics at around 0.4 kW) run for well over a full night. At a constant 0.5 kVA draw the battery alone lasts about 18 hours; at 1.5 kVA about 6 hours.
Can I add more battery storage later?
Yes. The Blue Heeler MK II expands in 5 kWh steps up to 25 kWh using the ‘EX’ expansion unit, which also accepts an extra MPPT charge controller for more solar. Multiple Blue Heelers can also be paralleled together.
Is it really Australian made?
Yes – Maxxiom systems are designed and manufactured in Brisbane, Queensland, built on Victron power electronics and lithium battery modules, in a stainless steel cabinet made for Australian conditions.
Can it be installed outdoors?
Yes. The cabinet is IP55 rated with active controlled cooling, suitable for high-temperature locations – install it inside a garage or shed, or outside by the wall.
How do I monitor the system?
4G cellular remote monitoring is included for the first 12 months, so you can watch generation, usage and battery level from your phone anywhere. After that, renew the 4G plan, use your own Wi-Fi, or add the Peer-to-Peer Wireless Display for monitoring with no internet at all.
What warranty does it come with?
Five years on the power equipment and ten years on the battery. Maxxiom is an Australian manufacturer, so support and parts come from our Brisbane workshop, not an overseas importer.
What does installation involve?
The system arrives pre-assembled and factory-tested. A licensed electrician hard-wires it to your building’s distribution board and connects the solar array – typically well under a day on site. We can arrange full installation and commissioning in our service areas.
Do you supply to government, councils and large organisations?
Yes. Maxxiom delivers to councils, government agencies, Tier 1 contractors and large operators, with the documentation procurement needs: capability statement, quality management system, environmental statement, battery emergency response plan, SWMS and risk assessments, plus engineering documentation and commissioning reports. We hold Licensed Electrical Contracting in QLD, NSW and NT and carry Product, Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance. ABN 88 662 397 560.
Can you supply multiple units for a community or multi-site project?
Yes, and it is often the better engineering answer. For the Langarra community in the Northern Territory we supplied ten Blue Heeler MK II units instead of one large centralised system – which removed the need for cranes and barges, came in under budget, and means servicing one unit never takes the whole community offline. Each unit is GPS-tracked with 4G monitoring so a fleet can be managed remotely.
About Maxxiom Power Solutions
Maxxiom Power Solutions Australia designs and manufactures off-grid solar and battery systems in Brisbane, Queensland. Every system is engineered for remote and harsh environments, built on proven Victron power electronics with compliant lithium battery storage, delivered with full documentation, and supported by our own technicians. All works comply with AS/NZS 3000, 3001, 4509 and 5033, backed by a 5-year equipment and 10-year battery warranty.Service Areas
Maxxiom systems are designed and manufactured in Brisbane and supplied Australia-wide for regional and remote applications. Our licensed electrical team delivers installation, commissioning and ongoing support across Queensland, New South Wales and the Northern Territory – from South East Queensland acreage and Northern Rivers tiny homes to remote Indigenous communities in Arnhem Land reachable only by 4WD or small watercraft. South East Queensland service includes Brisbane, Logan (our home base in Crestmead), Gold Coast and hinterland, Ipswich, the Scenic Rim, Somerset and Lockyer Valley, Sunshine Coast hinterland and Toowoomba. We also deliver across regional Queensland, the Northern Rivers of New South Wales, and the Northern Territory. Outside these areas we supply systems Australia-wide – ask us about delivery to your site.5-year power equipment warranty · 10-year battery warranty · Australian made in Brisbane
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