{"id":1093,"date":"2022-07-25T10:24:02","date_gmt":"2022-07-25T10:24:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/solarsquare.in\/blog\/?p=1093"},"modified":"2024-10-01T12:05:54","modified_gmt":"2024-10-01T12:05:54","slug":"grid-connected-pv-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.solarsquare.in\/sse-blog\/grid-connected-pv-system\/","title":{"rendered":"Grid Connected PV System: Components, Advantages, Disadvantages, & More"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A system connected to the utility grid is known as a grid-connected energy system or a grid-connected PV system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through this grid-tied connection, the system can capture solar energy, transform it into electrical power, and supply it to the homes where various electronic devices can use it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When the grid connected PV system is installed on residential or commercial rooftops, it provides solar electricity to all the electrical ports and sockets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When excess power is produced, the bidirectional meter in the grid-tied PV system exports extra units of electricity to the grid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Later on (at night), those exported units are imported to keep the power supply on. Also, the grid-connected PV system allows consumers the flexibility to use electricity from the grid when there is no sunlight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This PV system has a simple design and requires minimal maintenance, making it more cost-efficient than other PV models. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let us learn more about the grid connected PV system, its types and other aspects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Each Component of Grid Connected PV System Works To Generate Electricity? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"GRID
GRID CONNECTED PV SYSTEM<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

There are five main components involved in the making of a grid-connected solar system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

All these components work together to generate electricity from sunlight and supply power to the household appliances after installation.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.  Solar Panels<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Solar panels absorb energy from the sunlight and promptly convert it into a DC supply. That DC power is sent to a solar inverter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Solar Inverter<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The inverter is an essential component in the grid connected PV system. It converts the DC power it receives from the panels into AC power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The inverter then sends the AC supply to the house so that all the connected devices can run on solar electricity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the system generates more power than the consumer’s requirement during the day, it is sent through the net meter and stored in the grid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Net meter (bidirectional meter)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The net meter withdraws (imports) the exported units from the grid at night. It keeps all the appliances running. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This power exchange is known as net metering. The Government of India has approved and mandated this facility in every State and Union territory.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Grid<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Grid is the quintessential part of a grid-connected PV system. It’s more of a sort of battery since that’s where excess power is sent and then taken back when needed. So, it’s basically a sort of power backup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Mounting structures<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Mounting structures or mounting stands<\/a><\/strong> are structures where the solar panels are mounted. They have to be strong enough since solar panels have weight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A 1 KW solar system mounted on 6ft to 9ft raised mounting structures on an RCC rooftop can easily weigh anywhere between 25-30 kg\/ sq meter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some other miscellaneous components that are equally important parts of a grid connected PV system include AC cables, DC cables, AC combiner box, DC combiner box, earthing strips and cables, and MC4 connectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the Types Of Grid Connected PV Systems? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are two types of grid-connected solar systems:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. On-grid systems<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    In this type, the solar system is integrated with a grid. The structure is similar to traditional electricity infrastructure. It is the most popular and widely trusted grid connected PV system available in the market. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. On-grid systems with a battery backup <\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      This grid connected PV system is similar to the first one, except that it has a battery backup. It’s also known as a hybrid solar system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      The batteries store the extra electricity from the sunlight and save them for emergencies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Compared to the first one, this photovoltaic system is more expensive as additional batteries are required to store electricity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Grid Connected PV System Vs Off Grid PV System <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Let us now explore the points of differences between grid-connected and off-grid PV systems:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Grid Connected PV System<\/strong><\/td>Off Grid PV System<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
      It cannot be installed without a utility grid<\/td>It is installed without a utility grid.<\/td><\/tr>
      The equipment required is a grid-tied solar inverter, solar panels, a bidirectional meter, a grid, and mounting structures<\/td>The equipment required are solar charge controller, battery bank, DC disconnect (additional), off-grid inverter, and backup generator (optional)<\/td><\/tr>
      It is cost-efficient<\/td>It is comparatively costly<\/td><\/tr>
      It is highly efficient as the energy is drawn directly from the sunlight<\/td>The efficiency decreases over time with the battery bank getting older<\/td><\/tr>
      Less amount of energy storage is needed <\/td>A large amount of energy storage is required<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

      Advantages of Using a Grid Connected PV System <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      A grid connected PV system has many benefits. Some of them are as follows: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      • – It does not incur high maintenance charges. <\/li>
      • – It helps to reduce electricity consumption as much of the energy is taken from sunlight. It is simple to install.<\/li>
      • – The grid-connected PV system has a low gestation period. <\/li>
      • – It functions without harmful carbon emissions. <\/li>
      • – Unlike other solar system types, most models of a grid-connected PV system do not require additional batteries; and hence, are cheaper. <\/li>
      • – A grid-connected PV solar system can be installed in vacant roof space without requiring any additional land. It’s quite reliable.<\/li>
      • – Apart from providing the primary energy source in homes, consumers can use this system in commercial establishments, industrial units, and educational institutions. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Disadvantages of a Grid Connected PV System<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Do you know that grid-connected PV systems have certain disadvantages as well? These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        • – It cannot function without a grid. If the grid fails, the system will stop working.<\/li>
        • – The initial installation cost is high.<\/li>
        • – The models without a battery backup cannot provide electricity during power outages. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Price Of A Grid Connected PV System <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          A 1 KW grid-connected PV system can cost anywhere between Rs. 45,000 to Rs. 60,000. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          The price heavily depends on the panel chosen, the cost of the inverter, the features of the PV system, the year of installation, the system size, and many other factors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Government subsidies are available for residential rooftop installation. A 40% subsidy is offered to install a solar system between 1 KW to 3 KW. A 20% subsidy is provided to install a solar system between 4 KW to 10 KW.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Conclusion <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Many people are switching to solar since a solar system reduces electricity costs and protects the environment from carbon emissions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          The grid-connected solar system is widely used for its various benefits. Although it has a few disadvantages, its benefits outweigh the cons. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          FAQs <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
          Q. What is the maximum size of a grid-connected rooftop PV system?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

          For most households, a 1 KW to 10 KW grid-connected PV system is enough. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          In fact, an average Indian household can very well function on a 3 KW grid-tied solar system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Q. What happens to the on-grid inverter during a power failure?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

          During a power failure, the on-grid inverter disconnects the photovoltaic system from the grid.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Q. How much area is needed to install a 1kW grid-connected PV system on the rooftop?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

          10 square meters or 100 sq feet of area is needed to install a 1 kW grid-connected rooftop PV system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Ensure that the space is shadow-free. Also, the mounting angle and orientation (it should be true South) of the solar panels should be proper.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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