Hybrid Solar Systems (Battery Storage)

A hybrid system has most of the same components as grid-tied with the following exceptions:

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• PV panels – there are more panels in a hybrid system vs a grid-tied so as to generate power which can be stored on the batteries

• Hybrid inverter – replaces the grid-tied inverter. A hybrid inverter can charge and discharge the batteries to which it is connected. We only use high-efficiency all-in-one hybrid inverters

• Lithium Ion (LI) batteries – these batteries store the excess power generated from the solar panels

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We use only LI batteries. In particular, we use LiFePo batteries which are the safest of existing LI battery chemistries. Our batteries are stackable to increase the amount of storage needed. They are maintenance free and desired to last for over 10 years (6,000 deep cycles). LI batteries offer a host of advantages over older lead-acid battery technology, including life-times, safety, space and weight savings.