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How do On-Grid And Off-Grid Power System Work?





How Do On Grid Power Systems Work?

Solar Solutions in Kerala


1. Photovoltaic solar panels mounted on your roof, or on a ground mounted frame, use the sun’s solar radiation to generate DC (Direct Current) electricity.

2. The electricity travels to a grid tie inverter, usually located near to the switchboard which converts the DC electricity into 230 volts AC (Alternating Current) as used in your home.

3. The energy generated can be used within the home or business first and any excess electricity is fed into the national grid. If there is little or no solar energy available because of bad weather or at night, energy is sourced from the national grid.

A two way (Import/Export) meter is installed in place of your existing meter, to measure the energy you feed in and take from the national grid.

How Do Off-Grid Power Systems Work?

Solar Panel Installation in Kerala


1. Solar generation solar PV panels mounted on your roof, or on a ground mounted frame, use the sun’s solar radiation to generate DC (Direct Current) electricity. (Wind and water turbines are sometimes used as an alternative to, or in conjunction with, solar generation.)

2. The solar controller – The voltage and current generated from the solar panels are controlled by a solar controller. This ensures the batteries are charged at the correct voltage, and prevents damage to the battery bank.





3. Battery bank – The DC electricity being generated is stored in a battery bank for use as and when required. The battery bank is sized so there is enough storage for at least 3 days without any solar generation.



4. Inverter/charger – An inverter/charger converts the DC energy stored within the battery bank into 230volts AC (Alternating Current) as used in your home.



5. Backup generator – If there is little or no solar energy available for a number of days, the inverter/charger will automatically start a backup generator and re-charge the battery bank so that you are assured plenty of power. Optional monitoring. It is possible to set up remote monitoring of the system if required.

For more details visit: Soura Natural Energy Solutions

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