OFF GRID
OVERVIEW
An Off-Grid Solar Photovoltaic (PV) System is a solar power generation system which is independent of the Utility Grid and is its own self-sustaining system.
An Off-Grid Solar PV System stores power generated by the Solar PV Panels Solar PV Panels convert the energy from the sun’s rays into electricity in the form of a DirectCurrent (DC).
Arrays of Solar PV Panels are connected in a combination which ensures maximum
power output. locally, in batteries In an Off-Grid Solar PV System, the batteries act as a local power bank from which electricity for
consumption can be drawn.
The capacity of batteries to be installed depends on the
requirements of the System and the capacity of Solar PV Panels installed. . The power required for consumption by the loads is the drawn from these charged batteries.
This type of system is suitable for locations where there is no Utility Grid connectivity or areas where Power Cuts are extremely frequent. An Off-Grid Solar PV System can replace diesel generators in these situations.
HOW IT WORKS
Sunlight falling on the Solar PV panels generates a DC current in the system.
The combined power resulting from the current in the Solar arrays is fed to the batteries through a Charge Controller which protects the batteries from overcharging.
Power flows from the batteries to the Inverter which converts DC power to AC. This AC power is used by loads attached.
Solar PV Panels
Batteries
Inverter
Solar PV Panels
Solar PV Panels convert the energy from the sun’s rays into electricity in the form of a Direct Current (DC).
Arrays of Solar PV Panels are connected in a combination which ensures maximum power output.
Batteries
In an Off-Grid Solar PV System, the batteries act as a local power bank from which electricity for consumption can be drawn.
The capacity of batteries to be installed depends on the requirements of the System and the capacity of Solar PV Panels installed.
Inverter
An Inverter converts the Direct Current (DC) received from the Solar PV Panels and converts it into Alternating Current (AC).
Usually, in an Off-Grid Solar PV System, a single standalone Inverter is used, the capacity of which depends on the power drawn by the loads.
ADVANTAGES
OF AN
OFF-GRID SYSTEM
No Utility Grid access needed
Off-Grid Solar systems can be setup in remote locations where access to the Utility Grid is limited
These setups are localised and self-sustaining thus, no external equipment or support is needed
Self-sufficient system
An Off-Grid Solar PV System is a self-sufficient closed system and thus, it does not depend upon external factors such as power cuts for its functionality
This system can be used to supply power to essential equipment/appliances in locations where power cuts are frequent and regular.