Are you conflicted about whether a solar battery backup system or off grid solar power system is better? Are you also getting frustrated with having to keep track of when your electricity will be off? Before you rush into making any decisions you should first find out if an off-grid solar power system is best for you. In this quick read, we’ll be covering some important information regarding off grid solar power systems and the admin that comes with this option. Keep reading to learn more about off grid solar power systems and the much more viable battery backup systems offered by our team at Alumo.Alumo has a solution for the frustrating hours spent with no electricity in our country. We provide our clients with solar and battery backup systems that alleviate the stress of load shedding and lower electricity costs as a whole. We also give our clients the option to rent these systems so they can avoid any large upfront costs. You can’t go wrong when you rely on Alumo so let us light the way towards a cleaner, greener future.
Integrated System Vs Off Grid Solar Power SystemsThe difference between a smart solar system and an off grid system is fairly simple. Smart systems are composed of solar panels, inverters, and batteries and are connected to the public utility grid. On the other hand, off-grid systems are composed of solar panels, inverters, and batteries too, but they are not connected to the public grid. Load shedding is extremely inconvenient, whether you own a business or not. These power outages have disrupted the way people run their businesses and the way they live their lives. Load shedding has forced people to plan almost every aspect of their day from cooking dinner to when they can leave their homes to avoid robots that are not working. Due to these hassles, going off the grid completely may seem very tempting. When thinking about not having to worry about load shedding again and saving on power costs, it sounds like an exciting idea. However, there are a few reasons why people may want to avoid off grid solar power systems. One major reason to avoid this option is the challenge of deciphering how big your off-grid system should be. These systems will need a lot more than one battery to effectively charge and discharge enough power each day. A good quality lithium iron battery and inverter set alone will cost buyers thousands of rands. Lithium-iron-phosphate batteries are designed to last a considerable amount of years, with warranties from most manufacturers starting at 10 years – this makes it incredibly attractive as a storage option. To go off the grid with an average three-bedroom home, one may need a battery capacity that exceeds 30kWh, which is rather costly. One of these batteries can cost a lot more than people may think. Once you have the batteries you will need enough inverters and solar panels to keep these batteries charged. For a good quality off grid solar power system along with maintenance and installation, buyers may be spending a lot more money to go off the grid than what was initially expected. The amount that people may need to spend to do this will also depend on the number of panels, batteries and inverters needed to efficiently and completely run their homes. Considering the cost of an off-grid solar system may be enough to put people off. Luckily, alternative options are always available. Before spending money on an off-grid solar power system it is important to know that these systems are perfect for powering energy-efficient light bulbs and other small electronics. However, sizing up an off-grid system to accommodate everything in your home can become incredibly costly. Installing a hybrid system is much more affordable than an off-grid system. Keeping a solar system connected to the grid will drastically reduce the size required for your property. These systems are used to power businesses and homes for short periods during load shedding, power outages, or throughout the night. This does not mean that your home or business will be off the grid at all times, but you will not have to worry about not having power during these short outages. These systems will reduce the effects of load shedding that is experienced every day. Solar and battery systems will allow people to continue using their electronics throughout short periods of power outages, before switching back to grid energy when needed. Load shedding is especially frustrating in the evenings, but with a backup system, this worry will not even cross your mind. These systems are also quiet, so your neighbours will not be bothered by loud generators. Alumo Energy is here to make it easy for you to transition to a solar and backup system. Start saving on costs today and get in contact. Our in-house team is always ready to answer your solar energy questions or to offer some useful advice. Off Grid Solar Power Systems: Why Do We Recommend A Hybrid System?At Alumo we do our best to steer our clients in the right direction when it comes to alternative power solutions. We have a few different solutions but for this article, we will be focusing on smart solar and battery backup systems. We believe that this system is much more reliable than an off-grid solar system. If you no longer want to deal with the consequences of load shedding, consider getting in contact to find out more about how you can store electricity to use during power outages. There are many reasons why people should consider having an integrated system installed. Here are a few of the main reasons:
How Do Hybrid Systems Work?Integrated systems – or solar and battery backup systems consist of an inverter and battery. Solar panels will be installed on your roof and Alumo will take into consideration the surface area of your roof to decide how these panels should be positioned for optimal sunlight intake. Solar panels produce electricity from sunlight which is absorbed by PV cells in these panels. The energy that is produced creates electrical charges. These electrical charges then move because of an internal electric field in the PV cells, which then allows electricity to begin flowing. This is amazing during sunny days as solar panels can generate a lot of power. Furthermore, excess power that is produced by the solar panels will be stored in the battery backup systems. During days when there is not a lot of sunlight, you will be able to rely on the energy that has been stored in your batteries. During these days you will still have power, despite the bad weather. You can still use your low-demand appliances off the power stored in your batteries. This means that these batteries will be charged by the excess power that is produced. This excess power that is stored in the batteries will not be used during the day unless you experience load shedding. This power will keep your electronics and lights on. During sunny days, the sunlight will shine on the solar panels and the energy produced from this is converted into direct current (DC) energy. DC energy is a unidirectional current. This means that the charge flows in the same direction. The DC energy will be stored in the batteries that Alumo has installed for you. Then when you experience load shedding or other unexpected power outages, the electricity that has been stored will run through the inverter. This electricity is then converted into alternating current (AC) energy which is used to keep the power on in your home until you can use grid power again. Alumo will ensure that your solar energy system switches smoothly from grid power to the power that has been stored in your batteries. This transition will be so smooth that you will probably not even realise that load shedding has started. There are so many benefits to these systems, some of which include:
Off Grid Solar Power Systems: About AlumoAlumo is working towards reducing our reliance on fossil fuels and, as a team, we aim to provide people with reliable power utilities by educating them about the benefits of smart solar and battery backup systems. These systems will empower people by providing them with alternative and reliable power solutions. We handle the installation, design, and maintenance processes. Additionally, we not only offer solar and battery backup systems, but we also offer solutions specific to the needs of your home or business. These solutions include:
With our solar and battery backup systems, homes and businesses will be able to begin the transition from fossil fuel reliance to renewable energy alternatives. If you would like to find out more about what solution would work best for your home or business, we will gladly assist you. ConclusionAt Alumo, we comprise a hard-working team with various engineering skills. Our company is enthusiastic about solar energy and has worked hard to offer our clients products that make their solar transition a smooth one. This business was started due to the growing need to change the way that power is produced. We work together with each client to understand the electrical needs of their homes or businesses. We also try our best to offer our products and services at affordable prices. If you would like to find out more about the services or products we have available, contact us or take a look through our website to learn more about our solar energy solutions. |