The amount of energy your solar system generates daily depends on several factors, one of which is the size of your system (in kilowatts).On average, a well-installed 5kW solar system in Geraldton can generate around 20-25 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity per day.Additionally, factors like shading, roof orientation, and the tilt of the solar panels can also affect the overall energy output.If you’re considering a solar system, we can provide a more tailored estimate based on your specific circumstances.
Benefits of a Single-Phase Inverter on a 3-Phase Supply:
-Typically $200-$400 cheaper than a 3-phase inverter.
-Easier to integrate with a battery system later, which can allow the batteries to charge from solar power during a blackout. This is particularly beneficial if you plan to add a battery in the future and want it to recharge during extended grid outages.
Benefits of a 3-Phase Inverter on a 3-Phase Supply:
-A 3-phase inverter offers more stable operation by distributing the load across all three phases, resulting in fewer voltage and frequency fluctuations and a reduced risk of the inverter tripping. If an inverter trips, all solar generation is lost until it is manually or automatically reset. Therefore, a 3-phase inverter is less likely to experience “over voltage” or “out of frequency” faults, which are becoming more common as more solar systems connect to the grid.
Although 3-phase inverters are more expensive than single-phase inverters (usually around $500 more for a 5kW 3-phase inverter compared to a 5kW single-phase inverter), we believe the benefits justify the additional cost—unless you are particularly concerned about long-term grid outages.
Side Note for West Australians: If you intend to use a single-phase inverter on a 3-phase supply, Western Power restricts the use of single-phase inverters to a maximum of 3kW on one phase of a 3-phase supply, so a 3-phase inverter is recommended.