Solar-Cage™ – Engineered for Safer Battery Installations

Helping installers meet the intent of PAS 63100:2024

The rapid growth of domestic battery storage has changed the way installers approach residential solar projects. As battery systems become larger and more common, greater emphasis is being placed on installation location, fire protection, ventilation and mechanical protection.

The publication of PAS 63100:2024 – Electrical installations – Protection against fire of battery energy storage systems for use in dwellings has provided the industry with a recognised benchmark for good practice in battery installation design. While PAS 63100 is a Publicly Available Specification rather than legislation, it is increasingly being adopted by manufacturers, installers, housing providers and insurers as the benchmark for safer battery installations.

At Wireguards UK, we’ve developed the Solar-Cage™ range specifically to support installers looking for secure, practical enclosure solutions that align with the principles of PAS 63100.

Introducing the Solar-Cage™ Range

Our product family currently consists of two complementary solutions.

Solar-Cage™ Wall Mount

Designed for wall-mounted battery and inverter installations where secure external mounting is preferred.

Key features include:

Heavy duty galvanised steel construction
Powder coated RAL 9016 finish
Full height lockable access door
Open mesh construction for excellent airflow
Optional fire barrier back panel
Secure protection against vandalism and accidental impact
Designed to accommodate leading battery manufacturers including approved Fox ESS installations

Ideal for:

Domestic battery systems
Hybrid inverter installations
New-build housing
Retrofit solar installations

Standard and bespoke sizes are available – contact us for a tailored quotation

Solar-Cage Guardian A1™

Part Number: SCF1800-1000-500-A1P

The Guardian A1 has been developed as a freestanding external enclosure for locations where wall mounting is either unsuitable or where additional flexibility is required.

It incorporates:

1800 × 1000 × 500 mm enclosure
Freestanding design
Heavy-duty rubber support feet
Universal side mounting plates
Lockable access door
Galvanised steel construction
Including 15 mm A1 fire-rated rear barrier system (in accordance with EN13501-1:2002)
Excellent natural ventilation through open mesh side panels

The Guardian A1 is particularly suited to:

Garden battery installations
Commercial premises
Housing association projects
Retrofit properties
Sites where wall mounting is not practical

Designed Around PAS 63100 Principles

PAS 63100 places considerable emphasis on reducing the consequences of a battery fire through good installation design rather than relying on any single product.

The specification encourages:

locating batteries outdoors where practicable;
maintaining appropriate clearances;
ensuring adequate ventilation;
reducing fire spread to the dwelling;
providing suitable mechanical protection for equipment.

These are exactly the design principles that have influenced the Solar-Cage range.

How Solar-Cage Supports Good Practice

Outdoor Installation

Both Solar-Cage models are intended for external installation where appropriate, supporting the PAS recommendation that outdoor battery locations are preferred whenever practicable.

Excellent Ventilation

Unlike fully enclosed cabinets, the Solar-Cage design uses welded wire mesh to maximise natural airflow around the battery and inverter while still providing physical protection.

This helps maintain equipment performance and reduces unnecessary heat build-up.

Mechanical Protection

The heavy-duty galvanised steel construction provides a robust protective enclosure against accidental damage, tampering and vandalism while maintaining accessibility for servicing.

Flexible Equipment Mounting

Universal mounting plates allow installers to securely mount:

Isolators
Junction boxes
Monitoring equipment
Communication devices
Ancillary electrical accessories without modifying the enclosure.

Designed for Installers

Every feature has been developed with installers in mind.

Benefits include:

Quick installation
Excellent equipment access
Secure lockable enclosure
Clean cable management
Reduced installation time
Long service life
Low maintenance

Fox ESS Approved

Wireguards UK is pleased that Fox ESS has approved our Solar-Cage products for use with its installations.

This provides installers with confidence that the enclosure has been reviewed for compatibility with Fox ESS equipment. (Approval relates to compatibility with Fox ESS products and should not be interpreted as certification against PAS 63100 or other third-party standards.)

Important Note

Solar-Cage enclosures are designed to support installations that follow the principles of PAS 63100:2024, but compliance with PAS 63100 depends on the complete installation, including the battery, inverter, location, clearances, fire separation, ventilation, wiring and installation workmanship. The enclosure is one part of the overall installation solution.

Looking Ahead

As battery storage becomes increasingly common throughout the UK, installers need enclosure systems that deliver:

Security
Durability
Ventilation
Flexible installation
Future-proof design
Support for recognised industry good practice

The Solar-Cage Wall Mount and Solar-Cage Guardian A1 (SCF1800-1000-500-A1P) have been developed to meet these needs, giving installers a practical, professional solution for modern battery and inverter installations.

Wireguards UK

Solar-Cage™ – Protecting What Matters

Wall Mounted Security Enclosures
Solar-Cage Guardian A1™ Freestanding Security Enclosures

Designed in the UK • Manufactured for Professional Installations • Engineered to Support PAS 63100:2024 Good Practice