What is the difference between Solar inverter and Energy storage inverter?
Solar inverter and Energy storage inverter are two different types of inverters, which are different in design and use. Below, Bright Power will provide a detailed introduction to the differences between these two inverters.
Solar inverter and Energy storage inverter
What is the difference between Solar inverter and Energy storage inverter?
Solar inverter and Energy storage inverter
1.Design Principle
Solar inverter is mainly used to convert the direct current generated by solar panels into alternating current for domestic or commercial power. The design principle of Solar inverter is to convert the direct current generated by the solar panel into alternating current through the DC/AC converter, and adjust the alternating current to meet the current power demand. Solar inverter usually needs to be connected to the power grid in order to transmit excess power to the power grid.
Energy storage inverters are mainly used to convert stored DC power into AC power for household or commercial use. The design principle of an energy storage inverter is to convert the stored DC power into AC power through a DC/AC converter, while adjusting the AC power to meet the current electricity demand. Energy storage inverters usually need to be connected to energy storage devices in order to store excess electricity.
2.Output Power
The output power of Solar inverter usually corresponds to the power of solar panel. Therefore, when selecting a Solar inverter, it is necessary to determine the required inverter power according to the power of the solar panel. The output power of Solar inverter is usually between several kilowatts and tens of kilowatts.
The output power of an energy storage inverter usually depends on the capacity of the connected energy storage device. Therefore, when selecting energy storage inverters, it is necessary to determine the required inverter power based on the capacity of the energy storage equipment. The output power of energy storage inverters usually ranges from several thousand watts to tens of kilowatts.
3.Storage Method
Solar inverter usually does not have the function of energy storage, so it is impossible to store excess power. If excess electricity needs to be stored, additional energy storage equipment needs to be used.
Energy storage inverters are usually used in conjunction with energy storage equipment to store excess electricity for emergency use. Common energy storage equipment includes lithium-ion batteries, Lead–acid battery, etc.
4.Use scenario
The Solar inverter is mainly used in the solar power generation system, which can convert the DC power generated by the solar panel into AC power to supply power for home or business. Solar inverter usually needs to be connected to the power grid in order to transmit excess power to the power grid.
Energy storage inverters are mainly used in energy storage systems, which can convert stored direct current into alternating current to supply household or commercial electricity. Energy storage inverters usually need to be connected to energy storage devices in order to store excess electricity.