Hybrid Solar System Installation
Ensure you never run out of electricity with hybrid solar system installation. Enjoy combined benefits of both on-grid and off-grid solar.
An on-grid solar can reduce your electricity bills but cannot work during power cuts. On the other hand, an off-grid solar energy plant is a good power backup system but cannot save your electricity bills.
To get both of these advantages you can choose to install hybrid solar power systems. hybrid solar solutions can reduce your electricity bills as well as provide you with a power backup during power cuts.
Why Will You Install a Hybrid Solar Power System?
These are the advantages of choosing hybrid solar solutions:
- 24 x 7 Power Supply
An on-grid solar system can provide a 24×7 power supply for your home. It charges the solar batteries which supply electricity during power cuts. After full charge, the system transfers the excess energy to the power grids which will save your electricity bill.
- High Return on Investment
Though its initial investment is higher, a hybrid solar energy system can give you a high return (between 20% – 40%) on your investment over the next 25-30 years. The payback period of the hybrid solar installation is 4 – 5 years.
- Best Utilisation of Renewable Energy
With hybrid solar solutions, you can do the best utilisation of solar power. First, it will store energy for your home and then it will work to reduce your bills. Even if there is a power cut, your home will get energy supply from solar batteries.
- Environmental Benefits
As we know, solar energy does not only give free electricity but also has environmental benefits. It doesn’t emit harmful CO2 or greenhouse gases. Installing a 1kW solar plant will give the same benefit of planting 40 trees.
Why Should You Choose Das Energie for Hybrid Solar Power Installation?
These are the reasons to choose Das Energie for your hybrid solar system installation services:
Hybrid Solar Quotation:
We offer a hybrid solar panel quotation that includes all the information about your solar system such as details of solar components, model name, warranty info, price, GST, etc.
With a quotation, it is easier to buy a solar system as compared to the regular solar installation process followed by other companies.
Expert Guidance:
To help you decide, we assign a dedicated energy advisor for your guidance where you get unbiased guidance without any force to buy.
Verified & Trusted Installation Partner:
All of our installation partners are highly experienced and regulated by us. This ensures a high-quality service and product is delivered to you.
After-Sales Support:
Our after-sales support team is always here to guide you in every problem after solar installation from us.
Installation Process of Hybrid Solar Panels through Das Energie
Here are the steps to install a hybrid solar power system through Das Energie:
Frequently Asked Questions
Hybrid solar is worth it for you if you are willing to save money by feeding excess energy into the grid and saving energy for power cuts. Hybrid solar allows you to use the most of the solar energy.
Different components of hybrid solar system last for different time periods. Solar panels last for up to a maximum of 25 to 30 years. While solar batteries last approximately for a period of 5 to 10 years. On the other hand solar inverters last for a period of 10 to 12 years.
Both hybrid and on-grid solar systems can reduce your electricity bills by feeding the energy to power grids. However, an on-grid solar system cannot work during power cuts and a hybrid solar system can supply electricity to your house from its energy storage system. So, it depends on your requirements.
If you are looking for the exact price of a hybrid solar system, you should contact us for further guidance. We will assign your nearest installation partner for a site visit and price finalisation. Remember, without site visit is is not possible to get the exact price of your solar installation cost.
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What is the Hybrid Solar System?
A hybrid solar power system stays connected to the grid and has a battery backup at the same time. The battery stores excess power first and then exports it to the grid. So, the hybrid has the capabilities of both on-grid and off-grid solar systems.
The solar panels of a hybrid solar system absorb the sunlight and convert it to DC electricity. First of all, this energy is stored in solar batteries which you can use later.
If the solar battery is 100% charged, the solar inverter will start transferring the excess power to the electricity grids.
A net meter will calculate this bidirectional transaction and your final electricity bill will be reduced based on the electricity export.
What are the Components of a Hybrid Solar System?
These are the components that build a complete hybrid solar power system:
- Solar Panels
Solar panels or photovoltaic (PV) modules convert the sunlight into DC electricity. This is the most important component of a hybrid solar PV system.
There are different types of solar panels available in the market. Their price varies based on the technology and efficiency. The main types are Mono PERC, Mono PERC Bifacial, TOPCon (n-type & p-type), and HJT solar panels.
- Hybrid Inverter
A hybrid solar inverter is the heart of a hybrid solar panel system. This inverter converts DC to AC electricity is based on the situation.
First, it stores the energy in the batteries and sends the excess power to the grids (after DC > AC conversion). If there is a power cut, it transfers the stored energy to the house to run appliances.
- AC Distribution Box/ACDB Box
The AC distribution box is installed between the solar inverter and the appliances. There are two main components of AC DB – one is SPD or Surge Protection Device and the other one is MCB or Miniature Circuit Breaker. SPD protects the system from power surges by earthing the voltage and MCB breaks the circuit if the voltage is high.
For 1 KW – 6 KW hybrid solar power systems, you have to use a single-phase ACDB box. It has a live wire and a neutral wire.
You will need a three-phase junction for a solar system with more than 6 KW capacity. It contains 3 live wires and 1 neutral wire.
- DC Distribution Box/DCDB Box
This box protects the solar panels and hybrid solar inverter from high voltage or short circuits. This box has an SPD that protects the hybrid solar PV system from power surges.
A fuse also breaks in case the voltage is high to stop the current flow. You need to install either a single-phase or three-phase DC DB box, as per the type of AC DB box.
- Net Meter
Similar to on-grid solar systems, a hybrid solar system also requires a net meter. It is a bidirectional meter that measures electricity imported from the grid and exported to the grid.
- Charge Controller
The charge controller helps to control the charging of the solar batteries. It regulates the voltage and ampere that the inverter passes to batteries. Two types of charge controllers are most common among solar power users: MPPT and PWM.
- Solar Batteries
The battery ensures that you have a constant power supply to your house, even during power cuts. You can consult with our energy advisors to know how much battery capacity you will require according to your power requirement.
- Racks and Mounts
The mounting structure holds the solar panels at your installation location. It also helps to set the correct tilt angle based on the sunlight’s angle.
How Does a Hybrid Solar Power System Work?
Here is a step-by-step guide to how a hybrid solar system works:
Step 1: Solar Energy Absorption
During the daytime, the solar panel absorbs the energy of the sunlight. The solar panels transform this energy into direct electricity (DC).
Step 2: Energy Conversion from DC to AC
After this, DC travels through wires and enters the solar inverter. Here DC electricity is converted into AC so that it runs home appliances.
Step 3: Solar Energy Channelling
First, the electricity generated through the hybrid solar system charges the batteries. After the battery is charged fully, the solar inverter passes the excess energy to the power grid.
Step 4: Energy Import/Export
At night and during power cuts, the hybrid solar power system supplies power from the solar batteries. If the stored electricity in the batteries is over, your system can import electricity from the utility grid.
Step 5: Net Meter Reading
The net meter of your hybrid solar system calculates the amount of power you import and export in a month. You DISCOM will provide you with an electricity bill for the difference between electricity consumed and exported.
Hybrid Solar Net Metering Process
As a hybrid solar power panel system sends the excess energy to the power grids, the net metering installation is mandatory to enjoy electricity bill savings.
Your DISCOM will install a net meter that can calculate both sides transaction of electricity. To get it, you have to submit an application and an installation charge to them. The fee can be around Rs. 8,000 – Rs. 15,000.
After that, your DISCOM will calculate your final electric bill after reducing the value of energy exported to their grids.
On-Grid VS Off Grid VS Hybrid Solar System
Follow this table to get a side-by-side comparison of on-grid, off-grid and hybrid solar power systems:
Feature | On-Grid Solar System | Off-Grid Solar System | Hybrid Solar System |
Connection | Connected to the utility grid | Completely independent of the grid | Connected to both the grid and batteries |
Backup Power | No backup during grid outages | Backup provided by solar batteries | Backup provided by batteries |
Cost | Least expensive solar system | Expensive system due to battery costs | More expensive than on-grid but less than off-grid |
Installation | Easier installation, no batteries needed | More complex, installation requires batteries | Moderate complexity, requires batteries and grid connection |
Energy Independence | Depends on grid availability | Completely self-sufficient | Moderate, can reduce reliance on the grid |
Ideal Use Cases | Areas with a stable electric supply | Remote areas without grid connectivity | Areas with frequent electricity outages or limited grid access |
Maintenance | Lower maintenance costs | Higher maintenance due to solar batteries | Moderate maintenance |
Net Metering | Required | No required | Required |
Drawbacks of a Hybrid Solar System
A hybrid solar power plant can eliminate the disadvantages of on-grid solar system with power backup/solar batteries but there are some disadvantages.
The investment for hybrid solar is generally high as it includes both the solar batteries and net meter. If you want to get power backup for more time, your investment cost will also increase.
Additionally, the design is complex as it has solar inverter, battery, net meter, grid connection, etc. And the maintenance cost is higher. Also the solar batteries may have to be replaced at least 2 – 3 times during your hybrid solar system’s 25 year’s lifespan.
However, the advantages of hybrid solar PV module system can easily outperform the disadvantages.
Price of Hybrid Solar Power System
Follow this table to learn the estimated installation cost of hybrid solar power systems in India:
HybiodSolar Capacity | Installation Cost* |
1 kW | Rs. 1,08,500 to Rs. 1,77,500 |
2 kW | Rs. 2,00,000 to Rs. 2,60,000 |
3 kW | Rs. 2,81,500 to Rs. 3,36,000 |
4 kW | Rs. 3,40,000 to Rs. 4,20,000 |
5 kW | Rs. 4,45,500 to Rs. 5,18,000 |
8 kW | Rs. 5,50,000 to Rs. 6,20,000 |
10 kW | Rs. 6,45,121 to Rs. 7,64,475 |