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Vasant
Asked: August 2, 2024

What precautions should be taken when using a solar inverter?

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  • M R Gundurao
    M R Gundurao
    Product Manager- Solar & BESS, FIMER | Answer on August 2, 2024 at 10:18 am

    Precautions for inverter installation and maintenance: 1. Before installation, you should first check whether the inverter is damaged during transportation. 2. When selecting the installation site, it should be ensured that there is no interference from any other power electronic equipment in the suRead more

    Precautions for inverter installation and maintenance:

    1. Before installation, you should first check whether the inverter is damaged during transportation.
    2. When selecting the installation site, it should be ensured that there is no interference from any other power electronic equipment in the surrounding area.
    3. Before making electrical connections, be sure to cover or disconnect the AC and DC side isolator switch with opaque materials. When exposed to sunlight, the PV array will generate dangerous voltages.
    4. All installation operations must be performed by professional technicians only.
    5. The cables used in the photovoltaic system power generation system must be firmly connected, with good insulation and appropriate specifications.
    6. All electrical installations must meet local and national electrical standards.
    7. The inverter can be connected to the grid only after obtaining the permission of the local power department and all electrical connections are completed by professional technicians.
    8. Before performing any maintenance work, first disconnect the electrical connection between the inverter and the grid, and then disconnect the DC side electrical connection.
    9. Wait at least 5 minutes until the internal components are discharged before performing maintenance work.
    10. Any fault that affects the safety performance of the inverter must be eliminated immediately before the inverter can be turned on again.
    11. Avoid unnecessary board contact.
    12. Observe the static protection code and wear an anti-static wrist strap.
    13. Pay attention to and follow the warning signs on the product.
    14. Visually inspect the equipment for damage or other dangerous conditions before operation.
    15. Pay attention to the hot surface of the inverter. For example, a heat sink of a power semiconductor or the like maintains a relatively high temperature for a period of time after the inverter is powered off.
    16. Use proper safety equipments while working on installation and maintenance. Operations should be done by an experienced technician only.

    Inverter installation location requirements

    1. Do not install the inverter in direct sunlight. Failure to do so may result in additional internal temperature of the inverter, which will derate the inverter to protect internal components. Even the temperature is too high, causing the inverter temperature to malfunction.
    2. The installation site should be strong enough to support the weight of the inverter for a long time.
    3. The ambient temperature of the selected installation site is -25 °C ~ 50 °C, and the installation environment is clean.
    4. The ambient humidity of the selected installation site is not more than 95%, and there is no condensation.
    5. There should be enough clearance in front of the inverter to make it easy to observe the data and repair.
    6. Try to install it away from the living of the residents, and some noise will be generated during the operation.
    7, the installation place to ensure that it will not shake.

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Anup
Asked: November 11, 2024

Is it true that all solar panel manufacturers are based in Gujarat?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on November 11, 2024 at 10:34 am

    Partially true as majority of the solar module makers are based in Gujarat, especially Surat. However, several solar panel factories are now spread on Greater Noida, Ambala, Uttarakhand and even Hyderabad.

    Partially true as majority of the solar module makers are based in Gujarat, especially Surat. However, several solar panel factories are now spread on Greater Noida, Ambala, Uttarakhand and even Hyderabad.

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Shreya Yadav
Asked: February 24, 2025

I live in UP and planning rooftop solar. Will my power bill reflect surplus solar?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on February 24, 2025 at 11:31 am

    If you are a resident of UP, your bill will show total surplus solar energy exported to the grid, total power taken from the grid and balance surplus solar power from previous month (if any). In UP, the calculations of net energy charges are done based on the solar power an grid power usage. HoweverRead more

    If you are a resident of UP, your bill will show total surplus solar energy exported to the grid, total power taken from the grid and balance surplus solar power from previous month (if any). In UP, the calculations of net energy charges are done based on the solar power an grid power usage. However, even if your surplus solar power is more than your consumed grid power and the energy charges are in negative, you have to pay for your fixd monthy electricity meter charges and electricity duty.

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Jitendra
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Jitendra
Asked: April 23, 2025

Does Gautam Solar produce TOPCON modules?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on April 23, 2025 at 4:42 pm

    Yes. Gautaum Solar is inolved in the production of TOPCPON modules. It recently announced bringing in 640Wp of solar modules. However these high efficient modules are mainly crrafted for large utility scale solar projects.

    Yes. Gautaum Solar is inolved in the production of TOPCPON modules. It recently announced bringing in 640Wp of solar modules. However these high efficient modules are mainly crrafted for large utility scale solar projects.

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Mukesh
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Mukesh
Asked: April 30, 2024

How do solar inverter warranties work? How quickly do manufacturers respond?

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  • Manjunath AR Global Product Manager, Fimer
    Manjunath AR Global Product Manager, Fimer
    Answer on May 6, 2024 at 1:00 pm

    24-72 hours is turn around time for any fault response. we also have customer hotline service to support customers to log service calls.

    24-72 hours is turn around time for any fault response. we also have customer hotline service to support customers to log service calls.

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Dhananjay
Asked: June 20, 2024

For Utility scale solar projects upto 5 MW in Andhra Pradesh, what is better, Central or string inverters?

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  • M R Gundurao
    M R Gundurao
    Product Manager- Solar & BESS, FIMER | Answer on June 20, 2024 at 5:48 pm

    For projects on a 5 MW scale, central inverters are more suitable due to their robustness and reliability. String inverters are often more volatile, with many models in the current market not lasting more than three years. Since 2018, FIMER has been supplying the PVS980 series central inverters, whiRead more

    For projects on a 5 MW scale, central inverters are more suitable due to their robustness and reliability. String inverters are often more volatile, with many models in the current market not lasting more than three years. Since 2018, FIMER has been supplying the PVS980 series central inverters, which have proven to be reliable over time. The long-term availability of string inverters, especially for up to 25 years, is a significant concern.

    Additionally, compliance with CEA (Central Electricity Authority) regulations is challenging with string inverters. FIMER central inverters, such as the PVS980 series, are designed to meet local grid requirements and comply with CEA regulations, making them a more reliable choice for large-scale solar projects.

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Vishnu
Asked: September 2, 2024

How to calculate the number of solar panels required for an inverter?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on September 2, 2024 at 11:44 am

    It is not the number of solar panels but the total power (in Kwp) that the solar panels can produce. Usually your inverter should align with the expected maximum power the solar modules can produce. So normally if you have a 3 kW of rooftop solar, you will need a 3 kw of solar inverter.

    It is not the number of solar panels but the total power (in Kwp) that the solar panels can produce. Usually your inverter should align with the expected maximum power the solar modules can produce. So normally if you have a 3 kW of rooftop solar, you will need a 3 kw of solar inverter.

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