Posts about Solar installation

Plug in solar.

Plug in solar is one of the hot topics for DIY solar, in fact how to attach solar legally in the UK is some-what defined;[…]

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[…]

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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[…]

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[…]

Performance calculations

Have you ever wondered if you can calculate solar production more accurately?Here is how you can…. Knowing your solar array installation is one of the[…]

Going Off Grid (energy)

Off-grid solar systems offer several benefits, making them an attractive choice for various scenarios: Remember that while off-grid solar systems have limitations (such as not meeting[…]