Posts about Solar planning

Charge controller power factoring.

Let me start by saying this applies ONLY to MPPT solar charge controllers or and any buck converter.Many many people find this confusing and is[…]

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[…]

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[…]

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[…]

MPPT Charge controllers.

MPPT Charge Controllers: The page discusses MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) charge controllers, crucial for optimizing solar power systems by managing the charging process efficiently. Functionality:[…]

Rural Solar.

If you are looking for solar for a rural need then there are only going to be a few reasons why that is. Equestrian. See[…]

Solar Panels – P and N types

 Let’s delve into the differences between P-type and N-type solar panels: In summary, while both types have their advantages, understanding the structural differences can help[…]