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Microinverters are mounted directly on each solar panel and convert the electrical current at the source of creation, whereas a string inverter is mounted on your house and converts the electrical currents from all the solar panels in one central location.
Microinverters are small electronic devices that convert direct current (DC) into alternating current (AC). One microinverter could fit the palm of your hand. The main factor differentiating microinverters from traditional inverters is that they operate at the panel level rather than the solar panel system as a whole.
While traditional string inverters connect multiple panels to a single inverter, microinverters operate at the individual panel level. They can optimize the conversion process to boost your solar panel system''s efficiency. Let''s dive deeper into microinverters, their technology, and how they compare to other inverters.
Microinverters have quickly become the most popular choice for residential solar installations - and for good reason! They don''t require additional equipment to meet electrical code requirements, can be used for intricate system designs, and don''t have the same shading issues as string inverters.
There are three main types of solar inverters: string inverters, optimized string inverters (power optimizers + string inverters), and microinverters. We''ll help you figure out which one is best for your solar panel system.
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A micro-inverter, as the name suggests, is a small inverter. In fact, they are small enough that you can fit them to individual solar panels. These tiny inverters, ranging in size between 200 – 250 Watts, transfer not only energy but data as well. The latter allows you to track the performance of your solar panels.
Micro inverters come with a hefty price tag so it is important to consider whether the benefits are worth it. Below we''ve listed some of the key advantages of using a micro inverter solar system: Allows for a more flexible panel layout and expansion. Allows for panel-level monitoring and optimisation.
The Enphase IQ Microinverter design is the safest choice for solar. Unlike systems with a string inverter, Enphase solar never contains high-voltage direct current (DC) power, eliminating the risk of DC arc fault fires. Certified for rain or shine. All IQ Microinverters are all-weather with an IP67 certification.