Do I need a solar inverter?

That’s why a solar inverter is necessary: it acts as the bridge between the solar system and your home’s power needs. In small, portable setups like EcoFlow power stations, the inverter is built inside the unit. In larger home systems, the inverter is often a separate device.

Why are solar inverters important?

When people think about a solar energy system, solar panels are usually one of the first things that come to mind. While solar panels are undeniably important, solar inverters are an equally crucial system component—especially when it comes to creating sustainable energy solutions in homes and buildings around the world.

What is a solar inverter?

A solar inverter is a critical aspect of most photovoltaic (PV) power systems, in which energy from direct sunlight is harnessed by solar panels and transformed into usable electricity.

Can a solar inverter convert DC power to AC power?

Solar panels can only generate DC power, but most homes run solely on AC electricity. Enter solar inverters, which convert DC power to AC power. Inverters are key to making solar panels practical for everyday home use. Inverter technology is actually nothing new — in fact, it’s been around since the nineteenth century.

Can I add solar panels later with a microinverter?

While it’s easier to add solar panels to your system later with microinverters, choosing the right string inverter before your installation is critical, as central inverter systems are typically built-to-suit without the capacity for expanded solar generation. Use our online tool to find the right sizes for your solar energy system components.

Can multiple solar inverters work together?

Some advanced systems, such as the EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra, allow multiple inverters to work together. For example, up to three solar inverters can deliver 21.6kW of AC output and support 16.8kW solar charging when connected to 42 rigid solar panels. In hybrid or off-grid systems, another component called a solar charge controller is also used.