How Solar Inverters Are Synchronized With the Grid
When a solar panel produces DC energy, it goes to the inverter to convert that into usable AC power. If the amount of energy produced is too much for the inverter to handle, the power will be clipped. There are several types of solar inverters including central inverters, microinverters and DC optimizers. To learn more about your options and which one is right for you, consult a qualified installer. Monitor Your Energy Production Using an app or website, you can see how much power your solar system is producing. Monitoring systems like Enlighten, from microinverter manufacturer Enphase, offer module-level monitoring and analysis of your solar panel system. Solar panels convert sunlight into direct current (DC) electricity. An inverter then converts the DC electricity into alternating current (AC) electricity that can be used by household appliances. Any excess electricity is sent back to the utility grid or stored in a solar battery. When evaluating an inverter, look f...