300W 400W 600W Micro Grid Tie Inverter MPPT Function For Solar Wind System

Description

GreenergyStar
Grid Power III 600W
For Solar & Wind Hybrid Systems
3
rd
Generation Grid Tie Inverter
Introduction:
Of all the different kinds of renewable energy available today, solar and wind are the two most popular ones favored by homeowners due to their
relatively
easy implementation and wide range of suitable sites. However, these green energy sources do not come with a plug to connect to a wall socket (the grid). Even if they do, there are different parameters for each type of renewable energy and interconnecting with the grid would present a challenge.
Fortunately, grid-tie inverters have been invented to solve this interconnection problem. "What is grid-tie inverter?" you asked. A Grid-Tie Inverter is a device that that can transform 12V DC electricity (i.e.: Solar Panels, Wind Turbine, Battery Storage) into 120-240V AC power that can be directly injected into your utility's electricity network (the power grid). However, the down side is, most inverters available in the market today are in the high output (1000W ~ 5000W) category. Their prices range in the thousands and it is just too much of an
upfront cost
for anyone interested in green energy generation. In addition, because of the high output, a certified electrician will need to be hired to install the equipments and connect the cables
"But I am a small home owner. I would like to start small and test things out and perhaps expand my system in the future if I have the money. I would also like to DIY to cut down on cost and have a project that I would be proud to work on... isn't there an
easier
and more
affordable
way to do this?"
Yes, there is. With our latest developed micro grid-tie inverter Grid Power 3 feature the popular plug and play function, you will be connecting your renewable energy sources into the grid and join the green movement in no time. Start small. Think Big. A Greener future awaits.
What's New in the 3rd Generation?
So you ask, "What's new in this third generation?". Well, by reaching the 3rd generation, we have again improved the power output by incorporating Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) technology to harvest more solar energy. The inverter has also utilized better surge protection components to shield against voltage spikes and energy surges. In addition, this inverter will work with our SolarWind Hybrid RX charge controller to allow wind energy input. Here are the high lights:
Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT):
What is Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT)? MPPT is a techinque we implemented to get the maximum possible power from a solar panel. When trying to characterize the output of a solar panel mathematically, it can be represented by an IV-Curve (shown below). The equation for Power is
P = IV
. Where
I
is the
Current
,
V
is the
Voltage
, and
P
is the possible output
Power
. Each point on the curve is a possible combination for output power and our goal is to find the best combination to obtain maximum power.
In simple terms, we are trying to get the biggest rectangle to fit under this so called IV-Curve, the bigger rectangle we can fit, the more power we get. Below are graphs to help you understand the idea better. This is a comparison between inverters with and without MPPT on an 85W solar panel. Please note that different solar panels will have slightly different IV-Curves.
No Tracking Vs Tracking
Figure 1
No MPPT, with voltage fixed 17.5V
P = 17.5V x 4.6A =
80.5W
Figure 2
With MPPT, amount of current and voltage to draw are calculated
P = 17V x 4.95A =
84.15W
As we can see, Figure 2 is able to 84.15W with MPPT while in Figure 1, we can only get 80.5W. This is 4.5% increase in power output. Why do we care? Because solar panels are still quite expensive these days, and the increased power output will directly affect our return on investment (ROI). In addition, depending on weather, time of the day and amount of solar irradiation the panel receives, the IV curve will move along the Y-axis to reflect the possible increase / decrease in potential power output, and cause the maximum power point to shift along as well. Coming up are illustrations to visualize this idea.
IV-Curves Under different weather conditions
Figure 3.
Sunny, Clear Sky days in Summer
600 ~ 1000 W/m2
No MPPT
MPPT
Power
80.5W
84.15W
Color
Red
&
Yellow
Yellow
&
Green
Percent
N/A
+4.5%
Figure 4.
Scattered Clouds or Partly Cloudy days in Summer
300 ~ 600 W/m2
No MPPT
MPPT
Power
42.0W
46.4W
Color
Red
&
Yellow
Yellow
&
Green
Percent
N/A
+10.5%
Figure 5.
Cloudy or fog days, dawn or dusk in Summer
100 ~ 300 W/m2
No MPPT
MPPT
Power
5.25W
14.25W
Color
Red
&
Yellow
Yellow
&
Green
Percent
N/A
+171%
Figure 3 - 5 illustrate the power gain in different weather condition with MPPT compare to a non-tracking inverter that locks voltage at 17.5V. While 17.5V is randomly chosen, it does show what would happen in real life when there is not MPPT. Studies have shown, by making use of MPPT, there will be an average of 30% increase in power production. Since the maximum power point is a variable, we have implemented a tracking algorithm that utilizes the micro processing power of our inverter to calculate the optimum voltage and current to maximize our energy harvest.
Increased Power Rating:
In 2008, when we designed the first generation inverter, what we had in mind was an inexpensive device to allow the public to have a chance to test out renewable energy production and promote the green movement at an affordable price range. As people's environmental awareness increased over the years, the demand for bigger systems also increase. Therefore, once again, the power of this inverter has increased by 50% to 600W.
Compatibility with GreenergyStar SolarWind Hybrid RX Charge Controller:
Want to grid-tie a wind system? Then it is time to get a charge controller. The GreenergyStar SolarWind Hybrid RX is designed to work with our grid-tie inverters for solar and wind applications. It offers the protection needed by inverters against volatile storms and unstable inputs. Compatible with solar panels, 12V AC / DC wind turbines, Southwest Windpower's Air-X, 403, 303 and SunForce's 600W wind turbines.
Enhanced Safety:
In this generation, we have utilized better surge protection components to shield against potential energy surges during connection or disconnection to the grid. Voltage spikes in night time or stormy weathers are eliminated with higher grade electronics. The circuit board has been completely redesigned to accommodate to the UL 1741 Standard and the status of our UL application is currently pending.
New Features:
Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) - optimize power output
50% enhanced in power output compare to second generation inverters
Unique and intuitive LED display design to reflect power output rate
Allow MORE types of power source to be connected with SolarWind Hybrid RX Charge Controller (ie: Air-X, 12V battery, and etc.)
General Features:
Grid-tied - sell green energy back to the utility at a premium rate
Plug and Play design, simple and easy. No hard-wiring or rewiring of existing electronics
Automatic 110V - 220V AC voltage switch
Island Protection: Inverter will shut down during black outs.
Synchronize with grid and generates pure Sine Wave
Reverse polarity protection
Stackable (connect in parallel for higher output)
Maximum input power: 600W
(rated at 16.6V and 36A)
System Voltage: 12V Nominal (see input / output sections for range)
2x External 30A fuse for easy maintenance
Internal diode to prevent reverse current to solar panels or wind turbine at night
High quality finned aluminum casing to protect internal electronics and act as heat sink to dissipate heat
Microprocessor based control electronics to regulate input and output
Installation:
Connects directly to Nominal 12V Solar Panels
Nominal 12V AC or DC wind turbine installations with battery will require respective charge controllers and dump loads.
Recommend using the GreenergyStar SolarWind Hybrid RX charge controller to monitor charging and discharging
Connect the included cable to the inverter, and then connect the other end to a wall socket.
Warning!
Reverse polarity in input will blow fuse and possibly
damage
the inverter.
Damages caused by reverse polarity is
not covered
by the warranty
Output Specifications:
Model
GP3
Maximum AC Output Power
600W
AC Voltage Range
100V ~ 260V Auto Switching
Frequency
45Hz ~ 65Hz
Over current protection
Yes, firmware controlled
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
<5%
Power Factor
0.99
Anti Island Protection
Yes, Inverter will disconnect from grid during black out
Output Current Waveform
Pure Sine Wave
Input Specifications:
Starting Voltage
12.8V
Drop out Voltage
10.5V
Operating Voltage Range
10.5V ~ 30V
Standby Voltage
8V ~ 10.49V
Shut Down Voltage
<8V
Withstand voltage
48V
(anything above will damage inverter)
Maximum Input Current
38A
Over current protection
60A Fuse
Reverse Polarity Protection
Above 60A will blow fuse. Under 60A will heat up internal electronics. Disconnect immediately do avoid damage
Stand-by power consumption
<1W
Mechanical Specifications:
Operating temperature range
-20'C - 65'C
Weight
1.17kg
2.6lb
Dimension (L x W x H)
19.3 x 16.5 x 5.4 cm
7.5" x 6.5" x 2.1"
Mounting
Wall Mount at base
AC Cable Length
1.5m
Cooling
Convection cooled with fan
Casing
High quality finned aluminum to act as heat sink for fast heat dissipation
Display
6 Green, 1 Orange and 1 Red LED
What are included:
1X Grid Power 3 grid-tie inverter
1X 1.5m North America Standard AC Cable
Instruction manual
Warranty:
We will warrant this unit against any manufacture defects or workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase. This limited warranty specifically excludes damage caused by
improper installation, accident, misuse
,
abuse
,
improper
storage
, or
any unauthorized disassembly, repair, or modification
.This warranty is not transferable. In the event of a claim against this warranty, the seller's obligation, and the claimant's sole remedy, shall be replacement of the product, repair, or refund of the original purchase price excluding any shipping and handling fees. All shipping and handling fees going both ways are responsible by the buyer.
Description
GreenergyStar
Grid Power II400W
For Solar & Wind Hybrid Systems
2nd
Generation Grid Tie Inverter
GreenergyStar Grid Power II 400W
Electrical Specifications - Output:
Model: GP2-400
Nominal AC Output Power: 400W
AC Output voltage range: 100 ~260V
Auto Switching
Frequency: 46Hz - 65Hz
Total harmonic Distortion (THD): <5%
Power Factor: 0.99
Island Protection: Yes, inverter shuts down during black out
Output current waveform: True sine wave
Electrical Specifications - Input:
DC input voltage range (Solar & Wind): 10.8V - 28V
Peak inverter efficiency: 92%
Over-current protection: 30A
Reverse Polarity Protection: Yes
Power consumption (Standby): 0.9W
Stackable: Yes, unlimited
Mechanical Specifications:
Operating temperature range: -20'C - 65'C
Weight: 1.27kg / 2.65lb
Dimension (L x W x H): 16.3 x 15.4 x 5.7 cm
6.3" x 6.10" x 2.25"
Mounting: Wall Mount
AC Cable Length: 1.5m
Cooling: Convection cooled with fan
Display: 1 Red and 6 Green LED
New Model: GP2A-400
Second Generation Normal Operation
AC Disconnected
/ Fault
- Unique and intuitive display design
- LED cycling in circular formation
- Represent electric meter spinning backward and power is being output to the grid
- Smooth motion
Features:
- Grid-Tied - sell green power directly back to the grid at a premium rate (depends on your location)
- Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) - optimize power output
- Plug and Play Design, simply plug into an outlet (GFI), no hard-wiring
- Does not require rewiring of existing electronics
- Compact and light weight design
- 60% enhanced in power output compare to first generation inverters
- 38% better in space utilization and 51% better in Weight Reduction with higher quality parts
- Unique and intuitive LED display design to reflect power output rate
- External 30A Fuse for easy maintenance
- Automatic 110V - 220V AC voltage switch, NO MORE manual hassle
- Wider DC Input Voltage Range, from 10.8V ~ 28V compare to 1st generation's 14V ~ 28V
- Allow MORE types of power source to be connected (ie: Air-X, 12V battery, and etc.)
- Aluminum enclosure will act as heat sink to help dissipate heat
- Stackable (connect in parallel for higher output)
- Island protection: Inverter will shut down during black outs.
- Simple and safe installation
- Reverse polarity protection
- Generates pure Sine Wave
- Constant Power Output
- Low distortion output on all ranges
- Allow different Power factor from loads
What are included:
- One GreenergyStar GP2-400 Hybrid Grid-Tied Inverter
- One spare 30A fuse
- One 1.5m North America Standard AC Cable
- Instruction Manual
For more items, please view my other auctions
300W Grid Tie inverter Feature:
(
Model:  SSI-300)
What is Micro Grid-Tie Inverter?
First, we should know what a Grid-Tie Inverter is. A Grid-Tie Inverter is a device that that can transform DC electricity (ie: Solar Panels, Wind Turbine, Battery Storage) into AC power that can be directly injected into your
utility's electricity network
(the power grid).
As of today, most inverters available in the market are in the high output (1000W ~ 5000W) category. Their prices ranges in the thousand's range and it is just too much of an
up front cost
for anyone interested in green energy generation. In addition, because of the high output, a certified electrician will need to be hired to install the equipments and connect the cables.
Ever since we invented the
first generation
of the Micro Grid Tie Inverters, connecting to the grid has never been this
easy
and
affordable
. All that has to be done is connect your DC Sources (Solar Panels or Wind Turbine) to the inverter, and use the included cable (North American standard) to connect to any home AC electrical outlet, and you are feeding/selling green energy back into the grid at a
premium rate
(subject to local policies). This is the perfect start up solution for anyone interested in green energy generation as it is affordable and maintenance free.
In addition, our inverters are
stackable
; meaning multiple unit of these devices can be connected in
parallel
to generate a higher output.
It is up to us. Up to this generation. To lead mankind into a greener future.
Electrical Specifications - Output:
Model
SSI-300
Nominal AC Output Power
250W
Maximum AC Output Power
300W
AC output voltage range
100 ~130V
ONLY
Frequency
46Hz - 65Hz
Total harmonic Distortion (THD)
<5%
Power Factor
0.99
Island Protection
Yes, inverter shuts down during black out
Output current waveform
True sine wave
Electrical Specifications - Input:
DC input voltage range
10.8V - 26V
Peak inverter efficiency
91%
Over-current protection
30A
Reverse Polarity Protection
Yes
Power consumption (Standby)
1W
Stackable
Yes, unlimited
Mechanical Specifications:
Operating temperature range
-20'C - 65'C
Weight
1.16kg
2.56lb
Dimension (L x W x H)
16.3 x 15.4 x 5.7 cm
6.3" x 6.10" x 2.25"
Mounting
Wall Mount
AC Cable Length
1.5m
Cooling
Convection cooled with fan
Display
1 Red and 6 Green LED
Features:
- Grid-Tied - sell green power directly back to the grid at a premium rate (depends on your location)
- Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) - optimize power output
- Plug and Play Design, simply plug into an outlet (GFI), no hard-wiring
- Stackable (connect in parallel for higher output)
- Island protection: Inverter will shut down during black outs.
- Simple and safe installation
- Reverse polarity protection
- Generates pure Sine Wave
- Constant Power Output
- Low distortion output on all ranges
- Allow different Power factor from loads
- Does not require rewiring of existing electronics
- LED indicators to reflect power output rate
- Compact and light weight design
- RoHS Compliant
What are included:
- One Enviro-techs SSI300 Grid-Tied Inverter
- One 1.5m North America Standard AC Cable
- Instruction Manual
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