5kw (5000 watt) Solar System

An advanced solution for enhancing your home's energy self-sufficiency, SEL's 5 kW solar system is ideal for your home's eco-friendly transformation. With our highly efficient solar technology, you can not only reduce your reliance on conventional electricity, but also make a positive contribution to the environment.

By Ordering our 5000W (5kw) Solar Kit You Will Get:

  • Solar panels: Highly efficient solar panels of 550 watts each (4 panels in total) ensure sufficient energy capture to keep your system running efficiently at all times.
  • MPPT Solar Inverter: Our advanced MPPT solar inverter ensures that the captured solar energy is converted into maximum usable power, improving the overall performance of your system.
  • Cables: Two high-quality cables provide a reliable connection, ensuring that energy is transferred from the solar panels to the inverter and then supplied to your home.
  • Solar Racking Kit: The sturdy and durable solar racking kit provides solid support for the solar panels and ensures safe operation in all weather conditions.
  • LiFePO4 solar cells: Solar cells with lithium-iron phosphate (LiFePO4) technology offer efficient energy storage and long life, ensuring that the energy you collect during the day can continue to be supplied to your home, even at night or in low-light conditions.

What Appliances can a 5kw Solar System with Battery Run?

SEL's 5kw solar system is powerful enough to run a variety of electrical devices in your home, including but not limited to:

  • Refrigerators
  • Washing machines
  • Air conditioners
  • Televisions
  • Lamps
  • Computer
  • Water Heater

Whether it's the necessities of daily life or entertainment equipment, our systems provide a steady supply of the power needed to bring convenience and comfort to your life.

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FAQ About 5kW Solar System

How much electricity does a 5kW solar system produce?

5kW solar systems are typically used for residential and small commercial applications. SEL's solar panels have a total power of 2200W (4 panels, 550W each), and assuming an average of 5 hours of effective sunlight per day and an 80% system efficiency, the system can produce approximately 8.8 kWh of electricity per day. Approximately 86 square feet of space is required to install the solar panels. It is recommended to allocate additional space for panel spacing and maintenance access.

Can a 5kW Solar System Power a House?

While a 5kW solar system may not fully power an average household in areas with high energy consumption, it can significantly offset electricity bills and reduce reliance on the grid. For households with lower energy demands or those that implement energy-saving measures, a 5kW system might cover a larger portion of their electricity needs. Adding battery storage and optimizing energy usage can further enhance the effectiveness of a 5kW solar system in powering a home.

Can I Run 2 AC Units on a 5kW Solar System?

To determine if a 5kW solar system can run two air conditioners (AC), we need to consider the following factors:

  1. Power Consumption of AC Units: The power consumption of AC units varies based on their model and efficiency. Typically, household AC units consume between 900W and 3500W. Let's assume an average power consumption of 1500W per AC unit.
  2. Total System Power: A 5kW solar system can ideally provide 5000W of power output. However, actual power output depends on system efficiency and sunlight hours. As calculated earlier, based on 5 hours of sunlight and 80% system efficiency, the system generates about 8.8 kWh per day.
  3. Simultaneous Power Demand: If two AC units run simultaneously, each consuming 1500W, the total power consumption would be 3000W.

Short-Term Load Calculation

Assuming both AC units run simultaneously:

  • Total Power Demand: 3000W
  • Solar System Output: 5000W

Under ideal conditions, a 5kW solar system can provide 3000W to run two AC units simultaneously.

Long-Term Operation Calculation

For long-term operation, consider daily power generation and consumption:

  • Daily Power Generation: 8.8 kWh
  • Daily Consumption per AC Unit (assuming each AC runs for 5 hours per day): 1500W×5 hours=7.5kWh

Total consumption for two AC units: 7.5kWh×2=15kWh

Conclusion

  • Short-Term Operation: A 5kW solar system can run two AC units simultaneously during periods of sufficient sunlight.
  • Long-Term Operation: The system generates 8.8 kWh per day, while the total daily consumption of two AC units is 15 kWh, indicating that daily power generation is insufficient to meet the demand.

Solutions

  1. Add Battery Storage: Adding battery storage can store excess power generated during sunny periods for use at night or on cloudy days.
  2. Increase Solar Panels: Increasing the number of solar panels to boost the system’s total power output.
  3. Improve Efficiency: Using more efficient AC units and implementing other energy-saving measures to reduce overall power demand.

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