microinverters
Module-level power electronics
Microinverters are small devices that convert direct current (DC) from a single solar panel into alternating current (AC) for household use.
Unlike traditional string inverters that handle an entire array, microinverters attach to individual panels, allowing each to operate independently.
This design improves efficiency when panels face different directions or experience partial shading: The installer recommended microinverters because of the trees on the south side.
Light-to-electricity converting
- solar panelLight-to-power converter
- solar arrayLinked photovoltaic modules
- net meteringSelling power back home
- solar cellsLight-to-electricity converters
Partial electrical conductor
- firmwareHardware's permanent programming
- signal processingMathematical manipulation of waveforms
- harmonic distortionSpurious overtones in output
- PWMVariable pulse duration signaling
capacitor · heat sink · integrated circuit · transformer · waveform · communication protocol · data logging
Requiring no manual configuration
- mounting bracketHardware for attaching items
- daisy chainLinked blossoms forming loop
- permittingGiving consent or authorization
- electricianWiring installation specialist
conduit · junction box · grounding · inspection · commissioning · system design · wiring diagram · labor cost
photovoltaic
Light-to-electricity converting
- solar panelLight-to-power converter
- solar arrayLinked photovoltaic modules
- net meteringSelling power back home
semiconductor
Partial electrical conductor
- firmwareHardware's permanent programming
- signal processingMathematical manipulation of waveforms
- harmonic distortionSpurious overtones in output
PWM · capacitor · heat sink · integrated circuit · transformer · waveform · communication protocol · data logging
plug-and-play
Requiring no manual configuration
- mounting bracketHardware for attaching items
- daisy chainLinked blossoms forming loop
- permittingGiving consent or authorization
electrician · conduit · junction box · grounding · inspection · commissioning · system design · wiring diagram · labor cost · scalability