You’ve probably heard all about solar panels, but you may not know how they work. In this article, we’ll briefly explain how a solar inverter works in your home solar system and what it does to help you save money on your energy bill.
The inverter is the hardest-working component of your solar system. Its main job is to convert direct current (DC) flowing from your solar panels into alternating current (AC) your home uses.
Aside from this core function, solar inverters have three other important jobs: voltage tracking, grid communication, and emergency shutoff.
In this article, we’ll briefly explain each of these functions. We’ll also introduce you to string inverters, power optimizers, microinverters, and hybrid aka “battery ready” inverters.
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