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How to choose the right solar panels for your home? - Twin Electrics & Plumbing

According to Solar Victoria, one in every five homes has solar panels mounted on their roof, which may increase further with the incentives of the Victorian Government to drive Victorians into the use of renewable energy. With more discounts and benefits coming to Victoria, you may want to know how to select the right solar panel for your home. Before choosing your solar panel installation, let's get into some considerations you can look into!

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How to choose the right solar panels for your home? - Twin Electrics & Plumbing

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  1. HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SOLAR PANELS FOR YOUR HOME? TWIN ELECTRICS & PLUMBING

  2. FIND THE RIGHT SOLAR PANELS FOR YOUR SYSTEM INSTALLATION. 02 Solar panels are solid-state cells that have very long lifespans, with no moving parts to wear out. There are different cell types, and each has pros and cons: monocrystalline polycrystalline thin film Regardless of the cell type you chose for your panel, solar installations’ specifications show their expected lifespan, capacity, price, and other performance characteristics that define their energy output. The output can be measured with panel efficiency readings, wattage, and size. TWIN ELECTRICS & PLUMBING

  3. PANEL EFFICIENCY The efficiency of a panel is the measure of the output in relation to the collection area. The most common panel efficiencies range from 4% to 22%, where 14% to 18% is the most common range. The efficiency would vary based on the space and type of panel. Panels with higher efficiency can fit more generation capacity than low-efficiency panels. The efficiency will depend on the panel’s technology and is not always an indicator of quality. Note: Higher efficiency panels usually cost more, too. But also, higher efficiency panels frequently use smaller areas; in other words, fewer panels. Smaller solar panel means a quicker installation, therefore less labour cost. TWIN ELECTRICS & PLUMBING

  4. IMPORTANCE OF PANEL WATTAGE AND SIZE When choosing your solar system, it is vital to be familiar with the system size in watts. E.g. a 3kW system may be made up of fourteen 250 watt panels. This specification in watts is known as the rated peak power, which means the panel’s maximum generated power under test conditions. So what does panel wattage mean when generating energy? Large wattage systems will generate more energy in the installation, but energy generation depends on many external factors, such as: clouds, shading, sunlight hours, temperature & panel orientation. As a common rule, the year’s average energy generation can be estimated by finding out the average peak sun hours per day. E.g. a 4kW system in Melbourne within average 4.6 peak sun hrs. Should generate approx. 14.5 kWh of electricity every day; usually more in summer than during winter. According to Choice Magazine Australia, a conventional home uses 20kWh of energy a day. Thus, a 5kW solar system would generally meet most of such a house’s daytime power needs. TWIN ELECTRICS & PLUMBING

  5. PANEL QUALITY AND SELECTION Quality cells are essential, but the overall manufacturing of the panel and system is also crucial. If the assembly process is substandard, specific issues that may shorten the solar panel lifetime may arise. Sometimes crystalline cells get microcracks–these tiny cracks at a cell level can enlarge over time due to thermal cycling. In extreme weathers that vary drastically during the same day (hot during the day and very cold during the night) it is normal to get cracks. Also, poor handling practices may result in such an issue. Microcracks can reduce the energy-generating capacity of the overall output. To be eligible for rebates, panels sold in Australia must count with the Clean Energy Council's approval. The council approval demonstrates that panels have been tested and meet Australian and international standards. Find out if you are eligible for any Victorian Solar Rebate. TWIN ELECTRICS & PLUMBING

  6. TIP: CHOOSE PANELS THAT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO THE HIGHEST STANDARDS. SOME SOLAR MANUFACTURERS MAY REFER TO THE ‘TIER SYSTEM’ (TIER 1, 2, OR 3). TIER 1: BIG LONG-STANDING MANUFACTURERS WITH A GOOD REPUTATION FOR QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE TIER 2 & 3: SMALLER, NEWER MANUFACTURERS. CLEAN ENERGY COUNCIL: LIST OF ALL SOLAR MODULES (PANELS) AND INVERTERS THAT MEET AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS. TWIN ELECTRICS & PLUMBING

  7. SOLAR INVERTER EFFICIENCY Similar to the Panels, be cautious of generic type brands. Not all solar inverters are the same, and their efficiency will impact the payback times. Before the purchase, look into the inverter efficiency–the more, the better. With high efficiency, inverter conduce to a reduction in electricity wasted as heat during the conversion from DC to AC (DC = Battery, AC= Generator). A high- efficiency converter could represent a more significant initial investment but can drastically reduce waste in the long run. TWIN ELECTRICS & PLUMBING

  8. SOLAR PANEL MOUNTING Regardless of the panel mounting you get (roof, ground, or tracking system), make sure is engineer certified. Depending on the location of your home, you would require a particular feature and certification. Let’s say you live in a cyclone-prone area; you would require cyclone rated mounting and brackets. Typically, quality solar panel systems are wind certified. After all the spending, you don’t want your system to take-off during a storm. The mounting is crucial. Ensure it count with a wind certification and get copies of relevant documents. TWIN ELECTRICS & PLUMBING

  9. WARRANTY PERIODS Always take a look into what guarantees the provider offers. If the manufacturer belongs to Tier 1 and the warranty period on the system (or panels) is at least 25 years old, you would expect the solar panel system to last long enough to pay for itself and make a profit. However, the manufacturer needs to be still trading for a warranty to be honoured. So, make sure you choose a reputable manufacturer with a track record in Australia. Any solar panel worth buying will include an extended warranty. Make it covers the following: Panel warranty from the manufacturer Inverter warranty Installation warranty TWIN ELECTRICS & PLUMBING

  10. RETURN ON INVESTMENT A common question is how much does a solar panel system cost and how much would you save? On average, a 5kW system is $5100 across Australia, and every day cheaper components are poping on the market. Once you install the system, it takes anywhere from two to seven years to recover the initial investment. After that is when you homeowners count savings, payback times can vary on location and the external conditions. TWIN ELECTRICS & PLUMBING

  11. Thank You Site - https://twinelectrics.com.au/ Contact: (03) 9068 6429 Email: service@twinelectrics.com.au

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