How do microinverters work?

Microinverters convert the electricity from your solar panels into usable electricity. Unlike centralized string inverters, which are typically responsible for an entire solar panel system, microinverters are installed at the individual solar panel site.

What are solar microinverters?

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.

Why should you use a micro-inverter?

Et cetera. A micro-inverter can monitor each solar panel individually. This allows the easy identification any points of failures in the system. Micro-inverters are less redundant and more reliable than string inverters. If your series string inverter develops a fault, the entire solar array will stop producing power until it is fixed.

What are microinverters & how do they compare to other inverters?

Let’s dive deeper into microinverters, their technology, and how they compare to other inverters. Microinverters are a type of solar inverter technology installed at each panel. Microinverters offer many benefits, such as rapid shutdown capabilities, flexibility for panel layouts, and panel-level monitoring and diagnostics.

Are micro-inverters the inverter technology for the future?

Micro-inverters have the potential to exceed string inverters in efficiency. But this makes them the inverter technology for the future. Because micro-inverters output AC power they cannot be used with the common DC battery systems. They will require special types of AC batteries.

Are microinverters worth it?

Higher efficiency microinverters with longer warranties often come with higher price tags but can be worth it depending on your solar panel system setup and preferences. When a rapid shutdown occurs, microinverters can shut down automatically in compliance.