What is the off-grid solar panel system calculator?

The Off-Grid Solar Panel System Calculator helps you size the battery bank, watts of solar panels and the solar charge controller you need. The calculator assumes you will need to size your system to get you through average amount of sun-light in the least sunniest month of the yearfor your location.

How do I set up an off-grid Solar System?

Step 1 – Add Your Appliances - The calculator is pre-populated with common off-grid appliances. Add, edit and remove appliances as needed Step 2 – Enter Sun Hours - See map below to find your zone Step 3 – Review Results - Battery Bank Amp Hours and Required PV Array will show your requirements

How do I use the off-grid calculator?

Steps to use the off-grid calculator: Enter your zip code *, and we'll look up the the sun hours in your area. *Must enter zip code to gather data. How many Sun Hours a day do you average in the darkest month? We’ll start by using your winter low sun hours to size your PV array.

What components do I need for an off-grid Solar System?

Below is a combination of multiple calculators that consider these variables and allow you to size the essential components for your off-grid solar system: The solar array. The battery bank. The solar charge controller. The power inverter. Simply follow the steps and instructions provided below.

How do I determine my off-grid system size?

I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post. The primary factor determining your off-grid system size is your Daily Energy Consumption, measured in Watt-hours (Wh) or kilowatt-hours (kWh). 1 kWh = 1,000 Wh. The higher your daily energy usage, the more solar panels and batteries you’ll require.

How do I size my solar system?

01.Enter the Appliances The Off-grid solar sizing calculator relies on several inputs, each critical in determining the specifications of your solar system: Enter the Appliances: It's vital to quantify the daily energy consumption of each appliance. This isn't just about their power rating (in watts) but also the duration they're active.