Investing in a solar energy system is like paying years of utility bills in advance. Of course, once it is paid off it begins paying back to you, and the whole system is virtually maintenance free. That's the good part.

The not-so-good part is you have to learn about photovoltaics, crystalline silicon, lead acid batteries, and other scientific stuff.

Fortunately, Solosol design and install solar energy systems and can explain all this to you, helping you make an informed decision on what system is best for you.

This page will outline the basic types of system you can consider, of course if you would prefer we can visit you in your home and discuss all the options.

For more information please contact Solosol.

The systems outlined here are:

1. 12/24V Direct Current (DC)
2. 220V Alternating current (AC)
3. 12V / 220V DC/AC
4. 12V / 220V DC/AC System with Generator
5. Grid Connected System
6. UPS - Uninterruptible Power Supply

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12/24V Direct Current (DC) System<Back>

The first system is a Direct Current (DC) system that generates 12 or 24 volts only. This type of system is perfect for high efficiency lighting and a surprising number of 12v appliances. Traditionally all mobile homes and caravans operate on 12v electricity. A visit to any caravan outlet will reveal an amazing number of low voltage appliances from televisions to microwave ovens.

 

• 1 - Battery
• 2 - Solar (PV) panel
• 3 - Solar Charge Controller
• 4 - Wind generator
• 5 - Wind Charge Controller

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220V Alternating Current (AC) System <Back>

This system include an inverter. An inverter converts Direct Current (DC) electricity from the Solar (PV) panels or the wind turbine, to Alternating Current (AC) electricty (220V). With the correct size inverter and electricity generation system, you can run any mains electricity appliance.

• 1 - Battery
• 2 - Solar (PV) panel
• 3 - Solar Charge Controller
• 4 - Wind generator
• 5 - Wind Charge Controller
• 6 - Inverter

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12V / 220V DC/AC System <Back>

This system provides both Direct Current (DC) and Alternating Current (AC) electricity. This has several advantages in the DC lighting is more efficient, in the scenario you could power your lighting and water pump from the DC side and also run 220V appliances such as televisions and computers.

• 1 - Battery
• 2 - Solar (PV) panel
• 3 - Solar Charge Controller
• 4 - Wind generator
• 5 - Wind Charge Controller
• 6 - Inverter

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Grid Connected System <Back>

The grid-connected system generates and delivers electricity to a homes Alternating Current (AC) system without using batteries. The Solar Array (PV) acts like a power generation plant, supplying electricity to the grid. This is becoming very popular in Spain, as the electricity distribution company will buy the electricity from you for 0.4 Eur/Kwh.

• 1 - Grid connect inverter
• 2 - Solar (PV) panel
• 3 - Mains electricity supply

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UPS - Uninterruptible Power Supply <Back>

This type of system is not technically a Solar system, however, I have included it for completeness. It is ideal for business critical operations where a power supply needs to be guaranteed. The batteries are kept fully charged via the inverter-charger. In the event of a grid failure, power is supplied via the batteries and inverter. Should the power outage last for longer than the battery capacity, the generator will continue to supply electricity for critical appliances.

• 1 - Battery
• 2 - Inverter - charger
• 3 - Mains electricity supply
• 4 - Generator

Solosol specialises in installing off-grid photovoltaic systems in remote locations. We offer complete, cost-effective solutions, ideal for rural properties or log cabins where connection to the grid is not feasible. We save you money, without compromising on quality, by installing top brand products including Outback inverters, Kyocera solar panels and Exide deep cycle solar batteries.