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Daulat Singh
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Daulat Singh
Asked: April 19, 2024

Do Solar panels work well in winter too?

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  • Prasanna Singh
    Prasanna Singh
    Group Editor, Saur Energy International | Answer on May 6, 2024 at 5:49 pm

    Solar panels work at full efficiency at around 25˚C. So even in winter they work fine. Even at lower temperatures, they typically perform well if sunshine is good. Colder regions, with their lesser issues of dust are also beneficial for solar generation. Remember, solar energy is generated by lightRead more

    Solar panels work at full efficiency at around 25˚C. So even in winter they work fine. Even at lower temperatures, they typically perform well if sunshine is good. Colder regions, with their lesser issues of dust are also beneficial for solar generation. Remember, solar energy is generated by light falling on solar panels, not by heat. So really hot temperatures offer no benefit to users.

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Tej Bharadwaj
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Tej Bharadwaj
Asked: January 26, 2024

What are Hybrid inverters?

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  • Manish Kumar
    Manish Kumar
    Deputy Editor at Saur Energy International | Answer on May 6, 2024 at 5:47 pm

    A hybrid solar inverter is a piece of equipment that is created by combining a solar inverter and a battery inverter.

    A hybrid solar inverter is a piece of equipment that is created by combining a solar inverter and a battery inverter.

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Balvinder Singh
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Balvinder Singh
Asked: April 16, 2024

How often does a solar panel setup needs maintenance? Is it costly?

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  • Manish Kumar
    Manish Kumar
    Deputy Editor at Saur Energy International | Answer on May 6, 2024 at 5:44 pm

    While utility scale solar plants are maintained on a fortnightly basis, frequency of maintenance for rooftop solar panels is at least 3-6 times a year. Though, it is advisable to check your solar companies manual for panel specific maintenance care as well. In many parts of India, dusty environmentsRead more

    While utility scale solar plants are maintained on a fortnightly basis, frequency of maintenance for rooftop solar panels is at least 3-6 times a year. Though, it is advisable to check your solar companies manual for panel specific maintenance care as well. In many parts of India, dusty environments might necessitate monthly module cleanings as well.

    The solar panel maintenance cost is influenced by the brand and kind of solar panels installed (monocrystalline vs. polycrystalline), as well as the installation method (shed mounted, ground mounted, RCC mounted). Access is obviously critical. Costs should be low enough to be recoverable from the increased productivity of your plant due to regular maintainance.

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Daulat Kothari
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Daulat Kothari
Asked: April 19, 2024

How to calculate ROI for a solar system?

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  • Manish Kumar
    Manish Kumar
    Deputy Editor at Saur Energy International | Answer on May 6, 2024 at 5:42 pm

    To calculate your solar ROI, first, subtract what you spent initially from how much you'll save over the lifetime of your solar system. Then, divide this by your initial investment, and multiply by 100 to get the percentage. Keep in mind that grid power costs might continue to rise, enhancing your RRead more

    To calculate your solar ROI, first, subtract what you spent initially from how much you’ll save over the lifetime of your solar system. Then, divide this by your initial investment, and multiply by 100 to get the percentage. Keep in mind that grid power costs might continue to rise, enhancing your ROI with each year possibly.

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Gundappa Ranganath Viswanath
Asked: April 19, 2024

Is there a provision where I can mount my solar panels on walls?

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    Manish Kumar
    Deputy Editor at Saur Energy International | Answer on May 6, 2024 at 5:41 pm

    Yes, Mounted solar panels are available in the market and are being used widely. BIPV (Building Integrated PV) for instance refers to panels that are used as substitutes for windows. Similarly, solar panels are being used on balcony’s now, besides for fencing as a solar fence. These options, while nRead more

    Yes, Mounted solar panels are available in the market and are being used widely. BIPV (Building Integrated PV) for instance refers to panels that are used as substitutes for windows. Similarly, solar panels are being used on balcony’s now, besides for fencing as a solar fence. These options, while not optimum in terms of generation, do help to provide you with a solar energy source in well irradiated areas.

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Asked: April 19, 2024

Do solar panels come with any type of guarantee/warranty?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on May 6, 2024 at 5:39 pm

    Majority of Indian solar firms offer a 25-year warranty on their products. If regular maintenance is done, the product life increases considerably. Within the system, inverter warranty might be 5-8 years, and the installer itself would provide a separate 5 year maintainance and running commitment. ORead more

    Majority of Indian solar firms offer a 25-year warranty on their products. If regular maintenance is done, the product life increases considerably. Within the system, inverter warranty might be 5-8 years, and the installer itself would provide a separate 5 year maintainance and running commitment. Other than the module and inverters, the other systems can be expected to last the full 25 year period with regular checks.

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Lakshy
Asked: May 1, 2024

How does one pick the right module for a project?

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    Prasanna Singh
    Group Editor, Saur Energy International | Answer on May 6, 2024 at 3:22 pm

    The most common metric we see in use is typically $/watt or Rs/watt in India. As it says, what that means is you consider the module cost, and divide it by its nameplate capacity to arrive at a number. Thus, a 500 Watt module priced at say, Rs 8000 per module will give you a RS/W cost of Rs 16 per WRead more

    The most common metric we see in use is typically $/watt or Rs/watt in India. As it says, what that means is you consider the module cost, and divide it by its nameplate capacity to arrive at a number. Thus, a 500 Watt module priced at say, Rs 8000 per module will give you a RS/W cost of Rs 16 per Watt. While this measure works for smaller projects, you might want to consider many other factors for larger projects.

    These range from the technology you prefer (Mono PERC or TOCon or even HJT) , to rate of degradation, thermal performance etc. With larger modules in recent years, we have also seen that these are faster and easier to install, although there is an enhanced risk of breakage as well during setup.  Similarly, how these are aligned to other key suppliers like trackers (in case you have opted for them) to even the inverters matters. So make sure to consider all these factors carefully.

    Remember, cost per Watt should be your starting point, no more. Look for credible, third party validated indicators for all other key parameters, before deciding finally.

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