Off Grid Power System: Mount Victor Station in South Australia.
- MyEnergy Engineering
- Jun 27
- 3 min read
Updated: Sep 2
Mount Victor Station is located near the tiny outback town of Yunta. This station boasts a rich history in the Australian pastoral industry, deeply rooted in sheep and cattle grazing. Presently, it runs around 32,000 Poll Merino sheep. Mustering is done using motorbikes and is supported by small planes. Seasonal tasks like shearing, crutching, and lamb marking drive much of the station’s activities. Historically, Mount Victor depended on diesel generators, which are not only costly but also labor-intensive. This reliance made it challenging to maintain operations in the bush.
The Challenge of Powering Remote Operations
As with many historic stations, Mount Victor faced a critical juncture due to its aging infrastructure. Power was mainly supplied by two large, fuel-hungry generators. As these machines aged, they became increasingly costly and difficult to maintain. The owners required a smarter and more economical energy solution. It was imperative to expand solar capacity significantly. Additionally, replacing the outdated system with a reliable off grid power system became essential.
Despite the availability of several sheds on-site, none were adequately climate-controlled or secure enough to effectively house the new power system. Thus, the design and installation needed to be streamlined and self-contained. This new system had to endure the harsh weather conditions and isolation of the outback.
Containerised Off Grid Power System Engineered for the Outback
After an initial site inspection, the specialist MyEnergy team devised a detailed plan. A shipping container was transformed into a fully self-sufficient off grid power system. Custom-built, tested, and certified off-site at MyEnergy HQ, the container was then transported to its final location beside the generator shed for a seamless connection.
Engineered specifically for the harsh outback environment, this container is fully insulated, air-conditioned, weather-sealed, and vermin-proof. These features protect all critical components. Proper ventilation and temperature control guarantee reliable performance during extreme heat. Furthermore, the ample internal space allows for future system expansion, enabling the off grid power system to grow along with the property.
A total of 128 JA Solar panels were installed on the roofs of two existing sheds using the Schletter mounting kit. As these panels spanned across two buildings, a trench was dug to run underground cabling. This work linked the solar sections and completed the off grid power system, enabling it to support Mount Victor Station well into the future.
System Overview
Solar: 56.32 kW JA Solar Panels
Battery: 102.4kWh ZYC SIMPO Battery Storage
Key Components
Built for the Outback. Designed to Grow
The off grid power system at Mount Victor Station demonstrates the importance of a well-executed energy solution. Built and certified off-site for streamlined installation, it is engineered in a fully climate-controlled shipping container. This design provides optimal protection and allows for future expansion. The system is tailored to endure the challenging heat and conditions of the outback. It meets the demands of remote operation, is scalable, and built to grow with the station’s future needs. MyEnergy specializes in delivering off grid power systems designed to last. They focus on customized, climate-ready, and future-proof engineering.
