Small solar system inverter

What does a solar inverter do?

Inverters. The inverter is a critical part of any solar electric system that needs to power any AC (Alternating Current) loads. AC power is the type of electricity that the electric utility grid provides homes and businesses. So AC loads would include anything plugged into a typical household outlet.

Can a solar inverter power a home?

Without a solar inverter, you wouldn't be able to use those solar panels to power your home. A solar inverter's job is simple: It converts the direct current -- the electricity generated by your solar panels -- into alternating current electricity that your appliances run on.

What is a small power inverter?

Small Inverters. Our Small Inverter category includes inverters generally ranging from 125 watts to 2000 watts in 12 and 24-volt capacities. These small power inverters are great for smaller applications like boats, RVs, or other relatively smaller systems. In addition to the size, choosing an inverter with the right wave form is also important.

What are the different types of solar inverters?

When it comes to home solar installation, homeowners have three types of solar inverters to consider: string inverters, string inverters with DC power optimizers and microinverters. Each inverter setup comes with upsides and downsides. Here's what you should know.