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The best way to get off the grid: Residential Off-Grid Solar System Installation in Arniston

Written by Arno Menkveld on . Posted in Off-grid, Residential solar solutions.

The best way to get off the grid and enjoy a reliable and sustainable residential energy solution is exemplified by the Specialized Solar Systems installation in Arniston. This impressive off-grid solar system was designed for both cost savings, energy security, and the independence it offers the customer.

Equipped with three 10kVA Victron inverters and a substantial 28kWp photovoltaic (PV) solar array consisting of 106 high-efficiency PV panels, it ensures a reliable and eco-friendly energy source.

Anticipating an average daily solar yield of 140 kWh, the system includes eight existing SolarMD batteries with 115 kWh for energy storage.

With PV solar panels designed to last 25 years at 80% efficiency, this installation is a wise choice for customers seeking to reduce costs and enhance sustainability

For a customized off-grid energy system quote, please complete this form link .

System Summary:

  • System design and installation: Specialized Solar Systems
  • System type: Residential Off-Grid Solar System
  • Application: Energy cost savings and energy security
  • Inverter (kVA): 3 x 10kVA Victron
  • PV array (kWp): 28kWp (106 x 265W PV panels)
  • Average solar yield expectancy (kW): 140 kWh/day
  • Storage (kW): 115kWh from 8 x existing SolarMD batteries
  • PV Solar panels: 25 years @80%
  • Expected system break even (Capitalization): 5 years

More on off-grid solar energy systems

An off-grid solar system is not connected to the electricity grid and requires battery storage. Off-grid solar systems must be designed correctly in order to generate enough power throughout the year and have the necessary battery capacity to meet the installed location’s electrical energy requirements or demand.

In Africa, we are very fortunate to have abundant sunshine. A backup generator or alternative backup power source may be necessary to supplement your electrical demand and recharge the batteries during times when the batteries are inadequately charged due to very bad weather patches or other unforeseen circumstances. We recommend that the size of the backup power source be adequate to supply energy to your house and charge your batteries at the same time.

The best way to get off the grid is to contact us!

At Specialized Solar Systems, we are committed to providing our clients with highly efficient and reliable off-grid energy solutions that save money and reduce environmental impact. Our solar systems are designed to maximize your energy savings and return on investment.

For more information on how to get off the grid, please complete one of the following:

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Below is a selection of complete residential solar systems, from off-grid to advanced hybrid solar power systems.

Energydock Econo Range Level 4 small commercial off-grid installation near George

Written by Specialized on . Posted in Commercial solar solutions, Energydock, Off-grid.

Just outside George, in the Western Cape, there is a small storage park that does not have any Eskom power. Earlier this week, we installed a small commercial off-grid for them, consisting of the Energydock Econo Range Level 4 energy system and four 400-watt solar panels. This provided our client with a 1.6 kWp off-grid solar energy system capable of generating a daily average of around 7.2 kWh per day throughout the year. Using this energy system, the storage park is now able to power the electric entrance gate, electric fencing, security lights, and a CCTV security system with nine cameras, a monitor, and an alarm system 24/7.

The complete energy system was installed inside one of the containers, and the four solar panels were mounted on the roof over the containers. As you can see in the photos, it is a very compact installation – no unnecessary clutter and cabling, thanks to the unique design of the Econo Range which houses everything in its single enclosure. This includes the 5 kVA inverter, the MPPT, the 5.120 kWh LiFePO₄ battery and all the necessary fuses and wiring, taking up just 71 x 42cm of wall space!

As this unit is PV-ready, the solar panels are simply connected to the system once they have been mounted on the roof the wiring is done and voilá… power is on. This entire installation, from the very start to the end of the final testing, took 2 hours to complete, as the Energydock systems are already pre-programmed in our factory, making this a simple, no mess, no fuss installation!

If you’d like to know more about the Econo Range or any other systems in the Energydock range, please click HERE, or send us an email at info@specializedsolarystems.co.za