Off Grid Solar System

What is a Solar System?

As the demand and prices of electricity have kept on rising, the world looks at renewable energy sources for its power needs. In the recent years, solar energy has become a popular renewable energy source because of its falling costs and improving efficiencies.

A solar system is a setup that generates electricity by utilizing the solar energy system. A typical solar system consists of solar panels (which absorb sunlight), inverter (which converts DC into AC), mounting structure (that hold the panels in place), batteries (to store the extra power generated), grid box and balance of systems (wires, nuts etc.). A solar system comes in various sizes like 1 kW, 3kW, 5kW, 10kW etc.

Off-Grid Solar System

An off-grid solar system is more popular and comes with a power backup. It works independent of the grid. Most home appliances such as TV, cooler, AC, pump etc. can work through this system. For instance, a 1 kW off grid solar system is sufficient for a 2-4 BHK house. But if you also want to run 1 W pump in your home you could use a 3 kW solar system. If you are planning to run an AC then you should use a 5 kW system. For commercial setups like a shop, clinic or small mill, a 10 kW off-grid solar system should be used.

It is most common type of solar power system with backup. It works in day and night both, during the day, solar panel charges the battery and runs the home appliances such as Air Conditioners, Cooler, Television and submersible pump. At night, when the sun is not available, Inverter runs your home appliances using the battery power.

Advantage: No dependency on government electricity power

Drawback: Expensive than on-grid solar power system 

Solar System Installations

Loom Solar is a trusted partner when it comes to installation of a solar system. The company has successfully installed solar systems all across India in states like Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh etc. Loom Solar has the experience of installing 1 kW, 5kW and 10 kW solar systems. Most of the installations have been done at residences, factories, transportation, hospitals, schools, offices etc.

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What appliances will be running on off-grid solar powered system?

In off-grid solar powered system, how much power you can run depends upon power of Inverter and it’s efficiency, generally all inverter comes with 80% efficiency,  so, if you buy 3 kw Inverter system then up to 2,400 watts of peak power you can run at given point of time. Running air-conditioner and submersible can be expensive for you. 

What is latest technology trends in solar inverters?

There are two types of solar inverters, 1) PWM – relatively low efficiency 2) MPPT Based – high efficiency

PWM Based – it stands for pulse with modulation, these inverter low on efficiency but prices are very low. For smaller needs, PWM based inverters are recommended for smaller use such as running 3-4 fans, 8-10 lights, 1-2 Television, 1 Refrigerator in day and night.

MPPT Based – it stands for Maximum power point tracking. If your purpose of investment in solar is to save electricity bill, then it is strongly recommended to opt for MPPT based inverters.  

How much does a 1 kW to 10 kW Solar System Price?

In India, up to 10 kW solar system is designed to work with batteries, here is the price list of solar energy powered solar system from 1 kW to 10 kW. 

How much does it cost to install a solar energy system?

 A 1 kW off-grid solar system will cost you around INR 95,000 if you buy it from Loom Solar. It can easily power a 3-4 bhk home and run smoothly for 8-10 hours. 

A 3 kW off-grid solar system will cost you INR 2,85,000 if you buy from Loom Solar. It is used to power larger homes, shops and offices and can run smoothly for 8-10 hours. It is a powerful solar system and can easily support the running of fans, lights, television, refrigerator etc. but not a 2 ton AC. Available at INR 4,25,000 Luminous 5 kW solar system is used for running even larger homes, offices and commercial shops. Luminous 10 kW off grid solar system can be easily used in offices, commercial shops and factories and comes with a price tag of INR 9,50,000. This system is capable of generating 50 units every day.

Solar System – Wholesale Suppliers Online

Headquartered in Delhi NCR, Loom Solar is India's leading solar brand store. The company sells solar systems such as solar panels, solar inverters, solar batteries for top brands with installations and government approvals all over India.

Loom Solar has strong online as well as retail store presence in India. This is a winning combination for a developing country like India where the customer presence is both online and physical. Not only does the company sells solar products online, but also gets it delivered to almost all the pin codes in India within three days.

The company also offers attractive discounts to its customers and has the vision to help customers make more informed decisions regarding buying solar systems.

How to Install Off Grid System

Let us talk about how to install solar panels. You can use the services of an EPC installer or can do-it-yourself. Given below is the solar installation guide for an off-grid solar system which is simple and easy. A prospective solar buyer can read this blog and understand how to install solar panels on his own at his home. We have already discussed about 1 kW rooftop solar system installation.

Here is the simple steps to install solar panels:

Step – 1: Solar Panel Installation Made Easy
Step – 2: Assembly of Solar Panels
Step – 3: Electrical Wiring
Step – 4: Connection between Solar Panel and Solar Inverter
Step – 5: Connection between Solar Inverter and Solar Battery
Step – 6: Connection between Solar Inverter and Grid
Step – 7: Start Solar Inverter through Solar Panel & Grid
Step – 8: See Solar Panel Installation Video

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