If you love the convenience of motorized shades but don’t love replacing disposable batteries, the Hunter Douglas rechargeable battery wand offers a simpler way to keep your shades powered. Designed for compatible PowerView® automated window treatments, the slim rechargeable battery can be charged and reused instead of routinely replacing AA batteries.
Whether you’re upgrading compatible shades already in your home or planning new automated window treatments, rechargeable power is one option to consider. Explore our motorized window treatments to compare automation features and power options available for your home.
Why Choose a Rechargeable Battery Wand?
The biggest benefit is right in the name: it’s rechargeable. Instead of purchasing and replacing disposable batteries, you can recharge the wand when its power runs low and put it back to work.
A charge can last for months under typical use, although actual battery life varies depending on factors such as the size and configuration of the shade and how frequently it operates. For homeowners with multiple automated shades, rechargeable power can make routine maintenance much easier.
Where Is the Rechargeable Battery Wand Installed?
The rechargeable battery wand has a slim profile designed to stay discreetly out of sight. Depending on the window treatment and installation, the wand can be mounted behind the headrail or positioned alongside the window frame.
A satellite-mounted configuration offers another option when the battery wand needs to be positioned away from the headrail. The wand connects to the shade with a power cable and can be mounted in a more accessible location.
The right placement depends on the shade, window and accessibility. This flexibility is especially useful for windows where changing traditional batteries would be inconvenient.
How Do You Charge a Hunter Douglas Rechargeable Battery Wand?
When the battery needs power, the wand can be recharged rather than replaced. Depending on the installation and charging setup, the battery wand can be removed from its mounting location for charging or charged while it remains installed when it is accessible to the charger.
Hunter Douglas offers charging options designed for rechargeable battery wands, including single- and dual-battery charging. A dual charging station can be particularly convenient for a home with several motorized shades because two battery wands can charge at the same time.
Can You Use a Solar Charger with the Rechargeable Battery Wand?
For even easier charging, select Hunter Douglas PowerView® systems can use a solar charger with the rechargeable battery wand. The compact solar charger attaches discreetly to the inside of the window and uses available daylight to help keep the battery charged, reducing the need to remove the wand or connect a standard charger.
The solar charger is designed to gather energy from daylight at the window, so it doesn’t require bright, direct sunshine throughout the day to be useful. This can make it a convenient option for motorized shades that are difficult to reach or for homeowners who simply want a more hands-off approach to keeping their shades powered.
Compatibility can vary based on the PowerView® system, shade and installation, so our team can help determine whether solar charging is an option for your window treatments.
How Do You Know When the Battery Is Getting Low?
PowerView® Automation is designed to make operating motorized shades convenient, and the system can provide low-battery information so you know when it’s time to recharge. That means you don’t have to wait for a shade to stop operating before thinking about its power source.
Once charged, the battery wand returns to its mounting position and continues powering the shade. How often you’ll need to recharge depends on the window treatment and how frequently you adjust it.
Can Existing Motorized Shades Use a Rechargeable Battery Wand?
Some compatible Hunter Douglas motorized shades can be upgraded from a disposable battery power source to a rechargeable battery wand, but compatibility depends on the shade and motorization system you have.
If you already own PowerView® shades, our team can help determine whether a rechargeable battery wand is compatible with your existing window treatments rather than assuming you’ll need entirely new shades.
Rechargeable Batteries vs. Disposable Batteries
Both options can provide cordless power for automated shades, but the maintenance is different. A traditional battery wand requires fresh disposable batteries when its power runs low. With the rechargeable version, the battery itself is reused and recharged.
Rechargeable power can be particularly appealing for homes with multiple automated shades or shades located where routinely replacing batteries would be inconvenient. The best power source still depends on your windows, shade selection and how you plan to use your automation.
Is the Rechargeable Battery Wand Right for Your Shades?
The rechargeable battery wand is a convenient option for homeowners who want the benefits of automated shades without routinely replacing disposable batteries. Its discreet placement keeps the focus on your window treatments, while rechargeable power makes ongoing maintenance simpler.
If you’re considering a rechargeable battery wand for shades you already own or you’re planning new PowerView® automated window treatments, Aero Drapery & Blind can help you determine the right power option for your home. Contact our team to schedule a consultation.
