Solar systems are generally very reliable, but over time extreme weather conditions can result in problems like water ingress and accelerated panel degradation. If there is mobile reception in the area, then the solar analytics system will not drop out.ĭetecting a fault early is the best way to reduce the risk of system failure and potential equipment or property damage. One area where the Solar Analytics system really shines in reliable communications due to having an onboard sim card and 4G connection. Lower cost - many inverters now include a basic energy meter Provides battery information and state of charge (SOC)Ĭan provide individual string (solar) voltage/current data Provides an accurate estimate of electricity costs/creditsĭedicated platform designed for specific solar inverters Not reliant on local Wifi - Built-in 4G communications Uses satellite and BOM data to analyse system performance Advantages of Solar Analytics monitoringĬonsumption monitoring of individual power circuits Another issue relying on wifi is, if the modem is replaced or reset, then often the inverter may need to to be reconfigured by a technician to re-establish communications. This, of course, can be avoided if the inverter is hard-wired to the modem with a dedicated communications cable. However, if the signal is unstable or drops out, the connection is lost along with the monitoring. Solar inverter monitoring requires a wifi connection to transmit data to the cloud. The biggest issue with solar inverter monitoring is that it's dependent on the stability of the local Wifi network. Your electricity usage and consumption patterns shown in 5-minute intervalsīy closely analysing the consumption and solar generation data, the patented solar analytics algorithms can accurately detect and diagnose faults, as well as identify under-performance due to the numerous reasons explained in greater detail below. The information and features provided are listed below: Additionally, the existing system must also have the consumption meter installed which is typically done during the solar inverter installation. However, the integrated option only works with a select number of solar inverter brands, including Fronius, Sungrow and Goodwe. This has several benefits, especially if the system includes battery storage, as the classic system is unable to monitor battery systems. The new integrated option allows the solar analytics system to directly access the solar inverter data rather than using the add-on solar analytics meter. Monitor individual sub-circuits such as hot water or heating How much electricity should your system be generating vs actual generation Your electricity usage and consumption patterns in 5-second intervals Provides overall solar system performance The data is sent to a mobile App every few seconds via the onboard 4G transmitter and analysed by the smart algorithms developed by the solar analytics team to provide an abundance of useful information such as:
The system uses a small electronic module installed inside the switchboard and highly accurate sensors (CT clamps) to measure solar power generation and electricity consumption. The classic option uses the Solar Analytics add-on monitoring device that lets you closely monitor both solar generation and electricity consumption in real time. Over time, the system may not be checked for months or even years, and it’s often not until a significant fault or problem happens that the owner takes a closer look.
While it’s exciting to watch your own power station working, it’s not something people can dedicate time every day or week to monitor closely. When a solar system is first installed, the owner is often happy to watch the daily power generation and keep a close eye on the display or app to ensure it’s operating as expected. Taking all these factors into account is virtually impossible for the average person lacking technical knowledge and the specialised equipment required this is where accurate real-time system monitoring is crucial. Local weather & various atmospheric losses For example, there are many factors that can influence the performance of a system, including: Understanding whether a system is operating as intended is not easy for most people who aren’t experienced in monitoring solar systems. Installing a solar system on your home or business is a relatively large investment, so it’s important to know whether the system is functioning correctly and generating the level of power expected throughout the year.
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