With its minimal greenhouse gas emissions and its ability to produce clean energy, solar powers systems are designed to help reduce the dependence on fossil fuels, which have many harmful effects on the environment. The traditional way of obtaining electricity is based on the usage of fuels like natural gas and coal. To create electrical power, these fuels have to be heated and burned at high temperatures and in the process they release toxic gases which pollute the air and contribute to global warming. That's why installing a solar power system is the best way to reduced your carbon footprint and contribute to a greener and heather environment. Unlike fossil fuels which are a limited resource, solar power is the most reliable source of renewable energy. Furthermore, it can be used in many different ways to efficiently power your entire home or commercial space.
A solar power system works on simple principles. It consists of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels that are designed to convert sunlight into electricity. The solar panels are placed on the roof where there is no shade and they can harvest the most of the available solar energy throughout the day. In addition to PV panels, the solar system comes with a solar charge regulator, battery and inverter. The solar panels charge the battery by collecting sunlight and converting it into DC electricity. The electrical power is delivered to the battery through the solar charge regulator that is designed to ensure correct battery charging and prevent system damage due to overcharging.
Solar panels are made from photovoltaic cells that can transform sun rays into electrical power. They consist of two main parts: a positive and negative silicon film, both adjusted beneath a thin glass layer. Silicone is a highly conductive material and when the sun rays reach the solar cell a chemical reaction occurs and electrons are released and they generate electrical current. As soon as electricity is created, solar charge regulators come to the scene. They basically control the current produced by the solar panels and provide the battery with the required amount of DC electricity. Furthermore, they are designed to detect when the battery is fully charged and stop or reduce the flow of current.
The DC power in the battery is converted into AC current by a high quality inverter. Solar systems can consist either a modified sine wave or a pure sine wave inverter. While modified sine wave inverters are less expensive than their counterparts, they convert electricity less efficiently. Pure sine wave inverters, although on the pricier side are designed to produce clean AC power in a quick and more efficient manner and can be used for all kinds of devices and appliances.
