Solar Photovoltaic panels are devices that capture the energy in sunlight
and convert it into electricity. Solar cells are known as photovoltaic (PV)
cells, meaning "light-electricity". Solar photovoltaic panels contain rows of
solar cells (semiconductor devices made of crystalline silicon) electrically
connected together and encapsulated in a weatherproof packaging.
Multiple solar panels connected together are referred to as an "array". A
solar PV system consists of the solar panels, a mounting system (roof or
ground), charge controllers, batteries, and an inverter to convert DC electrical current to AC. The higher the efficiency of the solar panel, the more power can be generated per solar panel.
Principle Function
A solar photovoltaic power system consists of solar panels, a mounting system (roof, ground or pole), charge controller and inverters. These systems can be designed in different sizes for both houses and buildings. The size of the system is determined by the amount of electricity needed daily.
The solar panels capture the sun’s energy and are converted in the form of direct current "DC". It is then sent to an inverter that turns it into alternating current "AC" for its use (lights, TV, radio, etc ...). If electricity is not being used at this time, energy is stored in batteries for later use.
Photovoltaic Benefits
• Quality Economic Benefits
• Hedge against Energy Costs
• 25 Year Expected Life Span
• Water Resistant
• Installation on Roof, Ground, Pole, and Stand Alone Structure.
• Minimum Maintenance
• Grid Connected Integration
• Energy Monitor Capabilities
• Reduce Hazardous CO2 Emissions
