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Quick Guide to Solar

admin — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 02:20:51 +0000

Wanting to know more about solar? Wondering how you can make more sustainable choices or maybe even go off grid? Here’s a brief guide to get you on your way.

How does solar work?

Solar panels harness energy from sunlight and a inverter(s)/ and/or battery create usable energy for all your electrical needs.

What size system do I need?

There are various factors to consider when going solar.

How much energy you currently use…
Devices or extra electrical appliances e.g. pool, air-con.
Roof space (could limit the size depending on how many panels can fit)

Our Neon consultant along with our engineers will determine the most efficient system for your property.

What’s the difference between grid vs off-grid solar systems?

Basically a grid solar system is when your solar panels produce less electricity than what your property requires, the rest is supplied by the power grid (your local electric company).

Off-grid is a stand-alone system that uses a storage battery like Telsa Powerwall to store the electricity generated. The off-grid solar panel system will produce more electricity during the day than what your property can consume. The excess electricity is used to charge a storage battery from where you draw your power at night when the solar panel system is producing very little electricity.

How do I get started?

Simply contact us and our team will be able to determine the most efficient system for your property. Whether it be a brand new property being built or an existing dwelling we can assist.

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Single or Three Phase Power?

admin — Wed, 23 Oct 2019 00:03:59 +0000

If you have decided to go solar you may have been asked or heard if you have single or three phase power – but what does it all mean?

Single or three-phase power indicates the power supply associated with your property from the underground or overhead power from the grid. For most residents they would normally have single-phase power. Three-phase power is commonly used in commercial and larger homes where multiple electrical appliances consume larger currents of electricity. For properties that draw in a lot of power, three-phase power would be installed to prevent any power discrepancies.

Determining whether you have single or three-phase power is as easy as 1, 2, 3.

1. Locate your switchboard.

2. Identify the ‘Main Switch’ in the switchboard.

3. If you see 1 circuit breaker (fig.1.1 you have single-phase power and if you see 3 circuit breakers (fig.1.2 you have three-phase power.

As specified previously larger homes would benefit from three-phase to prevent the circuit breaker from switching off as there isn’t enough power supply to fulfil the demand.

You would often see houses that have larger air-conditioning units, home workshops, swimming pool etc. that have three-phase power. There is such a thing as two-phase but it doesn’t cost anymore to add the three so this would be ideal for future cases.

Single and three phase power workings…

Single phase has 2 wires (1x active and 1x neutral). Three phase has four wires (3x actives and 1x neutral). The neutral wire on both instances is connected to earth at the switchboard.

Our qualified professionally licensed electricians will be able to confirm.

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To solar or not to solar

admin — Sun, 06 Jan 2019 01:02:11 +0000

As we are becoming more aware of the effects our actions has caused on the environment we are slowly changing our behaviour to rectify and prevent any further harm. The way we consume energy is a major source that many can alter, further reducing carbon emissions to the environment.

We all know by now Solar power has been sweeping through the nation and worldwide – but there are still many property owners on the fence or unsure if solar is capable for them. For most, solar benefits by saving on electricity bills, however there are plenty of people who only consider the upfront costs of the installation rather than it’s benefits for years to come. Solar is an investment that reaps your benefits long-term – also we do have payment plan options available.

The most common questions we get asked when it comes to solar is;

Will I reduce my bill or totally wipe it out – what size system will I need for either.

How long will it take to pay off my solar system?

There are a few factors to take into consideration;

The solar system size installed
The solar panels direction
The amount of energy consumed compared to what is exporting to the grid.
The initial payment made
The FiT (Feed-in-Tariff) in your state

For a free assessment and quote please get in touch with us and we’ll be able to determine your best solar option. For more information on our services click here.

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