An inverter is one of the most important pieces of equipment in a solar energy system. It's a device that converts direct current (DC) electricity, which is what a solar panel generates, to alternating current (AC) electricity, which the electrical grid uses. We'll help you understand how solar inverters work. . At its simplest, a solar inverter has one main job: Solar panels and batteries produce direct current (DC) electricity. They're affordable but if one panel lags, it can slow down the string.
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