Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in a solar energy kit?
Contents vary by product.
Some kits include solar panels, an inverter or charge controller and battery storage, while others contain only selected components.
The individual product listing should always be used to confirm exactly what is supplied.
Are solar kits suitable for homes, campervans and off-grid properties?
Different kits are designed for different applications.
Smaller systems may be suitable for mobile or leisure use, while larger systems may be intended for cabins, workshops, remote properties or professionally designed residential installations.
Suitability depends on energy consumption, peak loads, battery requirements, solar capacity and installation conditions.
Do all solar kits include a battery?
No.
Some kits include battery storage while others are supplied without batteries or allow storage to be selected separately.
Check the package contents on the individual product page before ordering.
How do I choose the right size solar kit?
The correct system size depends on more than solar-panel wattage.
Consider:
daily energy use;
maximum simultaneous demand;
starting or surge loads;
battery capacity;
inverter output;
available solar-panel area;
installation location;
and expected seasonal solar generation.
Can a solar kit reduce grid electricity use?
A correctly designed grid-connected solar system can generate electricity that may be used within the property, potentially reducing the amount imported from the grid when solar generation and household demand coincide.
Actual results vary with system size, location, weather, electricity consumption and installation conditions.
Do I need professional installation?
This depends on the system.
Portable products may permit straightforward setup in accordance with manufacturer instructions. Fixed installations involving mains electricity, battery storage or grid connection should be designed and installed in accordance with applicable electrical, building and network requirements.
