In today’s society with green new energy as the development trend, solar photovoltaic panels have become the first choice for people to popularize renewable energy solutions. Installing solar photovoltaic panels can not only save energy costs, but also reduce dependence on traditional energy sources and reduce carbon emissions. However, the installation of solar panels will be particularly complicated and cumbersome for beginners. This guide will introduce the steps of solar panel installation in detail to help you successfully complete the layout of solar system from entry to proficiency, and ensure that you are comfortable in installation.
1. Clear needs
Before installing solar photovoltaic panels, you need to understand the approximate size of the system installed this time, which determines the number of solar panels installed.
Assess energy demand: Calculate the daily electricity consumption of your home or business, and estimate the average through the electricity bills of the past few months, and then determine the number of solar panels needed and the size of the system.
Evaluation of cost budget: When making the budget, we should not only consider the cost of solar panels, but also include installation costs, equipment costs (brackets, inverters, etc.), maintenance costs, etc.
2.Environment
Before installing photovoltaic panels, it is necessary to determine the best placement position. Environmental conditions: if it is installed on the roof, it is necessary to check the structure and strength of the roof to ensure that it can bear the weight of solar panels; If it is installed on the ground, it is necessary to ensure that the ground is flat and free of sundries.
Sunshine conditions: ensure that the installation location can receive enough sunshine every day, avoid shadows, and get enough light.
3.Equipment
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- Solar panels: monocrystalline silicon solar panels have high efficiency, generally between 15% -25%, but the cost is higher; The conversion efficiency of polysilicon solar panels is slightly lower, generally around 12%-18%, and its cost is relatively low. For stability and life, monocrystalline silicon can reach 15-25 years, while the life of polycrystalline silicon is usually around 15-20 years.
- Inverter: In order to realize the unified conversion of DC power from different sources into AC power for common loads and realize the integrated utilization of various energy sources, it is necessary to select a suitable solar inverter from the aspects of conversion efficiency, reliability and stability.
- Brackets: Brackets with different materials and structural designs should be selected according to the installation environment, and the weight of the actual solar energy system should also be considered. Installation methods are also divided into roof installation and ground installation, and different installation methods need to choose different bracket types.
- Energy storage system: If you need to use the loadsat night or when there is no light, you can choose to install a battery energy storage system. When equipped with batteries, factors such as capacity, life and compatibility with the system need to be considered.
4. Layout:
The design of system layout determines the efficiency and security of the system.
Circuit design: When designing the circuit, it is necessary to ensure that the power can be smoothly transmitted from the solar panel to the inverter and the power grid, and the layout needs to be safe.
Grounding: The solar system must be properly connected with electricity.
5. Protective measures:
- Over-voltage protection: Installing an over-voltage protector will automatically prevent the equipment from being damaged by over-high voltage, so it is necessary to reasonably determine the working voltage range of the system.
- Over-current protection: Select appropriate specifications of cables and wires, and install fuses or circuit breakers to prevent equipment from being damaged by over-current.
- Lightning protection: Install lightning rods and lightning protection belts around the site where solar energy system is installed to ensure good grounding and protect the safety of equipment and personnel.
- Temperature protection: install temperature sensors on the equipment, monitor the temperature of the equipment in real time, arrange the location of the equipment reasonably, ensure air circulation and avoid overheating.
- Installation of anti-reflux protection: When designing the connection between the solar energy system and the power grid, an anti-reflux device should be installed to prevent damage to the power grid and equipment.
- Waterproof and moisture-proof protection: choose products with waterproof and moisture-proof performance, and do a good job of sealing and waterproof to ensure their normal work in wet environment.
6. Administrative license:
Before starting to install the solar system, make sure that you have obtained the necessary building permit and power installation permit (different regulations in different regions). If you want to install the grid-connected scheme, you need to apply for the grid-connected permit from the power company and understand all the policies.
7. Installation preparation:
Before installation, prepare tools to be used, such as electric drills, screwdrivers, cables, connectors, etc., and check the quality of all equipment. And ensure the safety of personnel during the construction, and install the solar energy system according to the correct operation.
8. Actual installation:
Firstly, install the bracket to ensure its firmness, and adjust the inclination angle and orientation of the solar panels according to the actual situation; Secondly, install the solar panel on the bracket and connect the cable correctly; Finally, install the inverter and energy storage system (depending on the specific situation, whether it needs to be installed) to ensure that the connection is correct.
9. Debugging system:
Before starting, check whether all connection points are loose or short-circuited, and if so, adjust them in time; After everything is ready, start the system, monitor the power output of the solar panel, and check the working state of the solar system to ensure the expected efficiency.
10. Maintenance:
In order to maintain the efficient operation of the solar system, it is necessary to clean the dirt on the solar panel regularly, so that the solar panel can always capture the maximum sunlight. It is also necessary to regularly check the status of cables, brackets, inverters and other equipment to deal with potential problems in time.
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Installing solar panel system is a project that needs careful planning. After completion, you will get an environmentally-friendly and efficient solar system, which will bring long-term power cost savings to families or enterprises. By following the instructions in this guide, you will be able to install and enjoy many benefits brought by solar photovoltaic system!