Posts from March 2024

Arch Fault – DC Protection. Prevent fires.

There is as always some confusion with DC protection and this morning was no different, when on my feed appeared confusion on a DC breaker[…]

IET Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems

The IET Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems, published in 2015 (second edition available now), serves as a comprehensive guide for the[…]

Tigo TS4-A-0

Tigo solar optimiser not worth it?

Over the past few days, we have been examining the TIGO – TS4 optimiser and implementing it in real-world conditions. The fluctuating weather patterns of[…]

Solar battery for your home.

Solar Battery Storage

Solar battery makes sense, here are some of the reasons why you home needs a home battery (BESS)..

solar power garden room

The Solar Shed: Electrifyingly Good for the Modern Man Cave

The humble shed, once a dusty repository for forgotten lawnmowers and rusty tools, is being transformed. Today’s shed is evolving into a multi-functional haven, a[…]

Solar installation – The essentials.

Check your solar installation shopping list, we our Solar Checklist. ( we may have forgot something)

DC Cables made to order.

Solar PV cables – 4 and 5mm2 MC4, MC4Evo2.ESS cables – lugged soldiered and sleeved. Key factor: Cable size (AWG gauge) Other considerations: Here are[…]

Unleash Sun Power and Slash Your Electricity Bills with RenewSolar’s Affordable Solar Panels!

Ready to ditch high electricity bills and embrace energy independence? RenewSolar offers a revolutionary approach to solar power: high-quality solar systems at incredibly low prices.[…]

Are solar panels worth it?

The big question is how much should you pay for solar? Solar energy can be a costly investment, and some providers may charge more than[…]

Tigo solar optimisers do they work?

Do they work? Tigo optimisers, like the TS4 model, are generally considered to be effective in improving the performance of solar PV systems. Here’s a[…]