Solar System Components
The use of solar energy has become increasingly popular and no decline is in sight. ProQuip International, as a leading EPC provider, can design a system to suit your energy requirements or supply you with solar system components for your project. It is important to remember that design and installation of a solar system should be carried out by a qualified professional.
ProQuip is a distributor of reputable product brands such as Suntech, BPSolar, Conergy, Canadian Solar, Phocos, Enphase Energy, Xantrex, Outback, and Morningstar. Each of these brands offer specialty solar products for different applications. A ProQuip solar specialist can help you determine which products are suitable for your project.
All ProQuip supplied solar panels utilize high efficiency modules; are CSA/UL approved, and offer a 25 year output warranty. Solar inverters are available for string, micro, and central type installations and are also CSA/UL approved. ProQuip has racking solutions for pitched roofs, flat roofs, and ground mount systems.
System Types
Before choosing your components, you need to determine what type of solar system you require. Some solar systems are exclusively 12-volt DC for uses such as low voltage RV lighting, boating, remote cottage lighting or DC well pumps. Installing an appropriate inverter to convert 12, 24, or 48 volt DC power into 120-volt AC power allows a solar system to be used to operate standard household appliances. In this case, the system may be tied into the grid or run independantly with battery backup. A battery backup system would require a charge controller to regulate charging of the batteries. This avoids over charging and maintaining proper charging voltage which prevents battery damage due to excessive voltage input.
Batteries are probably the most misunderstood component in a solar system. There are different types of batteries, each designed for a specific type of charge and discharge cycle. Some use wet cells, others use sealed or gel cells, each with different temperature, mounting and ventilation requirements. Once again, it cannot be stated enough that proper design and installation is essential to ensure an efficient and SAFE solar system.
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