What is a Solar Inverter and how does it work?

A solar inverter is a critical component of any solar energy system. Its primary function is to convert the direct current (DC) electricity generated by your solar panels into alternating current (AC) electricity. AC electricity is the type of power used to run most household appliances and systems, making the solar inverter essential for integrating solar energy into your home's electrical system.

Solar Inverter | Installed by Volta Green Energy in Kent

What is a Solar Inverter?

A solar inverter is an electrical device that is an essential part of a solar power system. It plays a central role in ensuring that the energy your solar panels capture from the sun can be used in your home, business, or on the grid.

When sunlight hits your solar panels, the panels generate DC electricity. However, most appliances, grid connections, and devices in homes and businesses run on AC electricity. That’s where the solar inverter comes in. It converts the DC electricity from the panels into AC electricity, allowing you to use solar energy to power your lights, appliances, and other devices.

A solar inverter, with battery storage underneath at our installation in Maidstone

Looking to replace your inverter? Volta Green Energy can help!

Every solar panel system's efficiency hinges on its components, making a high-quality inverter a critical element of your solar system. Our inverters are designed to maximise the energy generated by your solar panels. While the importance of inverters is often overlooked during the design phase, we prioritise them at Volta Green Energy to ensure optimal performance for your system.