A solar cell is the engine of a solar panel. Solar electricity is generated when the solar cells convert sunlight into electricity. While solar cells are most commonly made of silicon, they can also be made of materials such as organic materials. To understand what is a solar cell, you need to understand how they […]
Most parts of India receive solar radiation of 4 to 7 kWh per sq. metre/day. If even a fraction of this energy is utilised as solar electricity, it can fulfil India’s entire power requirements. A PV solar farm is a large assembly of solar panels which are installed over a large area. They harness solar […]
Batteries are the most expensive part of a solar system. Between appropriately-size battery bank and a battery-based inverter like the Outback Radian, you’re looking...
An important question in the minds of the maximum customers before solar installation is: What is the solar panel’s lifespan? Generally, a solar panel lasts up to 25 – 30 years after installation. However, with the evolution of technology, the longevity of solar panels is increasing. Before installation of solar panels, you should ask the […]
The manufacturing of solar panels begins with converting sand into solar cells which are ultimately integrated into solar modules. The quality of a solar panel depends on the standard of the EVA sheet, glass, back sheet, solar cells, and the manufacturing equipment used to assemble the module. Though manual manufacturing of solar panels still takes […]
Solar panel efficiency is a key yardstick for judging a panel’s ability to convert solar photons into power. The greater the efficiency of a solar panel, the more electricity it will generate per unit of incident light. You must consider efficiency when buying a particular solar panel model. What is Solar Panel Efficiency? Solar panel […]
A correct solar panel design is the precursor to a successful solar system installation. If done right, it can optimise the power output of your solar system. From the capacity of your solar system to the types of solar panels you will use, there are several factors to consider when creating an ideal solar panel […]
The full form of MPPT is Maximum Power Point Tracking. It is an algorithm which maximises the power output of a solar system when it is stored in a battery or sent to the grid via an inverter. As the electricity output of a solar system can vary according to conditions, it is important to […]
Buying solar panels is a long-term investment. When you install a solar system, you expect it to produce electricity for 25 to 30 years. But to use it for that long, you must perform solar panel maintenance. Solar panel maintenance cost depends on the type and degree of maintenance the solar panels require. The cost […]
If solar panels are not cleaned for 6 months, their productivity can fall by 30%. Your primary goal while installing a solar system is to save on your electricity bills. However, your return on investment will fall drastically if you fail to clean the solar panels. Solar panel cleaning is one of the most effective […]