Export photovoltaic inverter

What is solar export control?

In essence, solar export control refers to the amount of solar power you can send to the grid from a grid-connected solar installation. These limits can apply to any size of solar installation, from utility-scale projects to solar panels on private residences. Suppose a solar plant produces more electricity than can be supplied to the grid.

What if a PV system exports too much power?

This is the maximum amount of power the system is allowed to export onto the grid. If the balance between PV generation and self-consumption reaches a point where the system might export more than this value, then the Cluster Controller or Sunny Home Manager can tell the inverters to limit their production.

What is solar photovoltaic (PV) energy?

Solar photovoltaic (PV) energy has emerged as a crucial player in the global transition towards sustainable and renewable energy sources. As more households and businesses adopt solar power systems, an increasingly important consideration is how excess energy is managed and distributed back to the grid.

Does a solar export control device need to be included?

The network may also stipulate that a solar export control device is included in any plans before new installations are approved. However, the inclusion of this tech often results in automatic approval. There are three main types of solar export control that are currently used. Let’s look at each in turn.

Does SolarEdge support import and export limitations?

In full compliance with G100 Issue 2 Amendment 2 regulations, SolarEdge offers both import and export limitation integrated in the SolarEdge inverter firmware. The SolarEdge Energy Meter reports on the import and export of the site to the inverter, which automatically regulates PV production, as well as import for supported devices.

Can a PV installation reduce your electricity bill?

With export limitation the installation owner can reduce their electricity bill with a PV installation without the extra cost of upgrading the grid infrastructure. The PV installation will never export more than the allowed power onto the grid.