Basic Parts of a Solar System

What are the primary components of a solar pv system? A solar PV system has components that should be chosen based on your system type, site location and applications.

The basic components are PV modules, solar charge controller, inverter for utility network connected system and when alternating current (AC) rather than direct current (DC) is required, battery bank, auxiliary energy sources and loads (appliances).

Also, an assortment of balance of system (BOS) hardware, including wiring, mounting systems, protection and disconnect parts and other power processing equipment.

How much electricity is created from the system?

The amount of clean energy generated depends on the size of the solar system. The greater area of solar panels, the more electricity is created.

Stand-alone solar systems require maintenance on other system parts like batteries. If you have a flooded lead acid battery, you should assess distilled water levels monthly. If you have a sealed lead acid battery, it won’t need maintenance.

Grid tie systems has very minimal maintenance. The wiring and other parts should be checked regularly by a qualified technician.

Type of battery is needed?

-The renewables battery type using in solar system is deep cycle battery. Deep cycle battery is customized for a deep discharge and rapid recharge or cycle day after day for years. The next decision is whether the battery is flooded or sealed.

- Flooded lead acid battery is used in renewable energy systems, and requires periodic maintenance by including distilled water to the cells. Flooded batteries are the most economical type of deep-cycle battery and last the longest.

Sealed lead acid battery includes Gell cell and Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) battery that are sealed. The perks are that they can be placed in any orientation, easy to move and perform better in very cold temperatures or in very deep-discharge applications.

What is the difference between solar thermal and solar electric? These are two least expensive, technically advanced and simple to use. Solar thermal has efficiency of 70%-80% where as solar electric has efficiency of 14-18%. Solar thermal is the best way to own a system and appreciate the benefits of a solar energy system because it is cheaper.

What is solar thermal or solar water heating system? Solar thermal or solar water heating system is one of most economical clean energy systems. Solar thermal systems collect or absorb renewable energy for heating water used in several applications.

Solar thermal systems use various type of collector to collect and save renewable energy. The systems can reduce the amount of electricity, gas or fuel required to heat water.If you want to find out what solar panels are right for you, go to HahaSmart.com and try our price checker tool.

You can see how much you can save over the next 20 years by going solar, and we can help find local solar installers who can help. For more information relating to going solar, don't forget to visit our solar blog section for more handy guides and articles.

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