A solar inverter, also known as a PV inverter, is an electrical converter that converts a photovoltaic (PV) solar panel's variable direct current (DC) output into a utility frequency alternating current (AC) that can be fed into a commercial electrical grid or used by a local, off-grid electrical network. In a photovoltaic system, it is a vital balance of system (BOS) component that allows the use of standard AC-powered equipment. Maximum power point tracking and anti-islanding prevention are two features that solar power converters have developed for use with photovoltaic arrays.
Advanced solar pumping inverters convert DC voltage from solar panels to AC voltage, allowing submersible pumps to be driven directly without the use of batteries or other energy storage devices. Solar pumping inverters use MPPT (maximum power point tracking) to manage output frequency and control the speed of the pumps, preventing damage to the pump motor. Solar pumping inverters typically contain many ports for DC current supplied by PV arrays, one port for AC voltage output, and a third port for input from a water-level sensor.
The market for solar PV inverters is predicted to grow at a rate of more than 8% each year. Reduced electricity use and slowing economic growth have also wreaked havoc on the industry. However, when global market activity resumes, demand for the industry is increasing at a quicker rate. Market growth is likely to be aided by factors such as lower inverter prices and an increase in solar PV installations. The advancement of technology, which has resulted in lower costs and higher efficiency in solar panel manufacture, has also contributed to the expansion of the solar PV inverters market. However, market growth has been limited by a lack of general knowledge, infrastructure construction expenses, and recent subsidy decreases on solar panels by governments in the Asia-Pacific area.
Few Indian Major Players
1. Alectrona Energy Pvt. Ltd.
2. Eaton Power Quality Pvt. Ltd.
3. Fuji Electric Consul Neowatt Pvt. Ltd.
4. Microtek International Pvt. Ltd.
5. Redington (India) Ltd.
6. S B J Exports & Mfg. Pvt. Ltd.
