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Choosing an Inverter for Off-grid Pv Systems

The inverter is one of the most important and most complex components in an independent energy system. To choose an inverter you should know some basic functions, capabilities, and limitations.

All types of off-grid PV electric energy systems share a common bond which is the storage battery, the storage battery absorbs and releases energy in the form of direct current (DC) electricity

In contrast, the national grid supplies alternating current (AC) electricity. AC is the standard form of electricity for anything that "plugs in" to mains power. DC flows in a single direction. AC alternates its direction many times per second. AC is used for grid service because it is more practical for long distance transmission.

An inverter converts DC to AC, and also changes the voltage. In other words, it is a power adapter. It allows a battery-based system to run conventional appliances through conventional wiring. There are appliances able to use DC directly but for the majority of modern appliances you will need an inverter.

There is another type of inverter that we are not concerned with in this article called a grid-interactive inverter. These are used to feed solar (or other renewable) energy into a grid-connected home and to feed excess energy back into the national grid.

Not a simple device

Outwardly, an inverter looks like a box with one or two switches on it, but inside there is a small universe of dynamic activity. A modern inverter must cope with a wide range of loads, from a single night light to the big surge required to start a well pump, a power tool or heavy machinery. The battery voltage of a solar or wind system can vary as much as 35 percent (with varying state of charge and activity).

Through all of this, it is the inverter's job to regulate the quality of its output within narrow constraints, with a minimum of power loss.

Define your needs

To choose an inverter, you should first define your needs. Then you need to learn about the inverters that are available. Inverter manufacturers print everything you need to know on their specification sheets. Here is a list of the factors that you should consider.

Operating Environment

Where is the inverter to be used? Inverters are available for use in buildings, for recreational vehicles, boats, and portable applications. Will it be connected to the utility grid in some way? Electrical conventions and safety standards differ for various applications, it's important to check.

Electrical Standards

The DC input voltage must conform to that of the electrical system and battery bank. 12 volts is no longer the dominant standard for home energy systems, 24 and 48 volts are the common standards now. A higher voltage system carries less current, which makes system wiring cheaper and easier.

The inverter's AC output must conform to the conventional power in the region in order to run locally available appliances. The standard for AC mains service in the UK is 230 volts at a frequency of 50 Hertz (cycles per second).

Safety Certification: An inverter should be certified by an independent testing laboratory and be stamped accordingly. This is your assurance that it will be safe, will meet the manufacturer's specifications, and will be approved in an electrical inspection. There are different design and rating standards for various application environments These also vary from one country to another.

Power Capacity

How much load can an inverter handle? Its power output is rated in watts (watts = amps x volts). There are three levels of power rating a continuous rating, a limited-time rating, and a surge rating. Continuous means the amount of power the inverter can handle for an indefinite period of hours. When an inverter is rated at a certain number of watts, that number generally refers to its continuous rating.

The limited-time rating is a higher number of watts that it can handle for a defined period of time, typically 10 or 20 minutes. The inverter specifications should define these ratings in relation to ambient temperature (the temperature of the surrounding atmosphere). When the inverter gets too hot, it will shut off. This will happen more quickly in a hot atmosphere. The third level of power rating, surge capacity, is critical to its ability to start motors, and is discussed below.

Some inverters are designed to be interconnected or expanded in a modular fashion, in order to increase their capacity. The most common scheme is to "stack" two inverters. A cable connects the two inverters to synchronise them so they perform as one unit.

Power Quality - SINE Wave vs. Modified SINE Wave"

Some inverters produce "cleaner" power than others. Simply stated, "sine wave" is clean; anything else is dirty. A sine wave has a naturally smooth geometry, like the track of a swinging pendulum. It is the ideal form of AC power. The utility grid produces sine wave power in its generators and normally delivers it to the customer relatively free of distortion. A sine wave inverter can deliver cleaner, more stable power than most grid connections.

How clean is a "sine wave"? The manufacturer may use the terms "pure" or "true" to imply a low degree of distortion. The facts are included in the inverter's specifications. Total harmonic distortion (THD) lower than 6 percent should satisfy normal home requirements. Look for less than 3 percent if you have unusually critical or sensitive electronics, as in a recording studio.

Other specs are important too. RMS voltage regulation keeps your lights steady. It should be plus or minus 5 percent or less. Peak voltage (Vp) regulation needs to be plus or minus 10 percent or less.

A "modified sine wave" inverter is less expensive, but it produces a distorted square waveform that resembles the track of a pendulum being slammed back and forth by hammers. In truth, it isn't a sine wave at all. The misleading term "modified sine wave" was invented by advertising people. Engineers prefer to call it "modified square wave."

The "modified sine wave" has detrimental effects on many electrical loads. It reduces the energy efficiency of motors and transformers by 10 to 20 percent. The wasted energy causes abnormal heat which reduces the reliability and longevity of motors and transformers and other devices, including some appliances and computers. The choppy waveform confuses some digital timing devices.

About 5 percent of household appliances simply won't work on modified sine wave power at all. A buzz will be heard from the speakers of nearly every audio device. An annoying buzz will also be emitted by some fluorescent lights, ceiling fans, and transformers. Some microwave ovens buzz or produce less heat. TVs and computers often show rolling lines on the screen. Surge protectors may overheat and should not be used.

Modified sine wave inverters were tolerated in the 1980s, but since then, true sine wave inverters have become more efficient and more affordable. Some people compromise by using a modified wave inverter to run their larger power tools or other occasional heavy loads, and a small sine wave inverter to run their smaller, more frequent, and more sensitive loads. Modified wave inverters in renewable energy systems have started fading into history.

Efficiency

It is not possible to convert power without losing some of it (it's like friction). Power is lost in the form of heat. Efficiency is the ratio of power out to power in, expressed as a percentage. If the efficiency is 90 percent, 10 percent of the power is lost in the inverter. The efficiency of an inverter varies with the load. Typically, it will be highest at about two thirds of the inverter's capacity. This is called its "peak efficiency." The inverter requires some power just to run itself, so the efficiency of a large inverter will be low when running very small loads.

In a typical home, there are many hours of the day when the electrical load is very low. Under these conditions, an inverter's efficiency may be around 50 percent or less. The full story is told by a graph of efficiency vs. load, as published by the inverter manufacturer. This is called the "efficiency curve." Read these curves carefully. Some manufacturers cheat by starting the curve at 100 watts or so, not at zero!

Because the efficiency varies with load, don't assume that an inverter with 93 percent peak efficiency is better than one with 85 percent peak efficiency. If the 85 percent efficient unit is more efficient at low power levels, it may waste less energy through the course of a typical day.

Internal Protection

An inverter's sensitive components must be well protected against surges from nearby lightning and static, and from surges that bounce back from motors under overload conditions. It must also be protected from overloads. Overloads can be caused by a faulty appliance, a wiring fault, or simply too much load running at one time.

An inverter must include several sensing circuits to shut itself off if it cannot properly serve the load. It also needs to shut off if the DC supply voltage is too low, due to a low battery state-of-charge or other weakness in the supply circuit. This protects the batteries from over-discharge damage, as well as protecting the inverter and the loads. These protective measures are all standard on inverters that are certified for use in buildings.

Inductive loads and Surge Capacity

Some loads absorb the AC wave's energy with a time delay (like towing a car with a rubber strap). These are called inductive loads. Motors are the most severely inductive loads. They are found in well pumps, washing machines, refrigerators, power tools, etc. TVs and microwave ovens are also inductive loads. Like motors, they draw a surge of power when they start.

If an inverter cannot efficiently feed an inductive load, it may simply shut down instead of starting the device. If the inverter's surge capacity is marginal, its output voltage will dip during the surge. This can cause a dimming of the lights in the house, and will sometimes crash a computer.

Any weakness in the battery and cabling to the inverter will further limit its ability to start a motor. A battery bank that is undersized, in poor condition, or has corroded connections, can be a weak link in the power chain. The inverter cables and the battery interconnect cables must be big, and I mean REALLY big, perhaps the size of a large thumb! The spike of DC current through these cables is many hundreds of amps at the instant of motor starting. Follow the inverter's instruction manual when sizing the cables, or you'll cheat yourself. Coat battery connections with a protective coating to reduce corrosion.

Idle Power

Idle power is the consumption of the inverter when it is on, but no loads are running. It is "wasted" power, so if you expect the inverter to be on for many hours during which there is very little load (as in most residential situations), you want this to be as low as possible. Typical idle power ranges from 15 watts to 50 watts for a home-size inverter. An inverter's spec sheet may describe the inverter's "idle current" in amps. To get watts, just multiply the amps times the DC voltage of the system.

Low switching frequency vs. High switching frequency

There are two ways to build an inverter. Without diving into theory, I'll simply say that there are differences in weight, cost, surge capacity, idle power, and noise.

A low switching frequency inverter is big and heavy (generally 10 kg per kilowatt and more expensive. It has the high surge capacity (four to eight times the continuous capacity) needed to start large motors. Beware of the acoustical buzz that low switching frequency inverters make. If you install one near a living space, you may be unhappy with the noise.

A high switching frequency inverter is much smaller and lighter (generally about 2.5 kg per kilowatt and also less expensive. It has less surge capacity, typically about two times the continuous capacity. It produces little or no audible noise. The idle power is generally higher. If the inverter is oversized for motor starting, its idle power will be higher yet, and may be prohibitive. Most homes that have a well pump or other motors greater than 1 HP will find a low switching frequency inverter to be more economical.

Both types of inverter have their virtues. Some people "divide and conquer" by splitting their loads and using two inverters. This adds a measure of redundancy. If one ever fails, the other one can serve as backup.

Automatic ON/OFF

Inverter idling can be a substantial load on a small power system. Most inverters made for home power systems have automatic load-sensing. The inverter puts out a brief pulse of power about every second (more or less). When you switch on an AC load, it senses the current draw and turns itself on. Manufacturers have various names for this feature, including "load demand," "sleep mode," "power saver," "autostart," and "standby."

Automatic on/off can make life awkward because a tiny load may not trigger the inverter to turn on or stay on. For example, a washing machine may pause between cycles, with only the timer running. The timer draws less than 10 watts. The inverter's turn-on "threshold" may be 10 or 15 watts. The inverter shuts off and doesn't come back on until it sees an additional load from some other appliance. You may have to leave a light on while running the washer.

Some people can't adapt to such situations. Therefore, inverters with automatic on/off also have an always-on setting. With it, you can run your low-power night lights, your clocks, fax, answering machine and other tiny loads, without losing continuity. In that case, a good system designer will add the inverter's idle power into the load calculation (24 hours a day). The cost of the power system will be higher, but it will meet the expectations of modern living.

Phantom loads and Idling Loads

High tech consumers are stuck with gadgets that draw power whenever they are plugged in. Some of them use power to do nothing at all. An example is a TV with a remote control. Its electric eye system is on day and night, watching for your signal to turn the screen on. Every appliance with an external wall-plug transformer uses power even when the appliance is turned off. These little demons are called "phantom loads" because their power draw is unexpected, unseen, and easily forgotten.

A similar concern is "idling loads." These are devices that must be on all the time in order to function when needed. These include smoke detectors, alarm systems, motion detector lights, fax machines, and answering machines. Central heating systems have a transformer in their thermostat circuit that stays on all the time. Cordless (rechargeable) appliances draw power even after their batteries reach a full charge. If in doubt, feel the device. If it's warm, that indicates wasted energy. How many phantom or idling loads do you have?

There are several ways to cope with phantom and idling loads:

You may be able to avoid them in the appliance choices you make.

• You can minimize their use and disconnect them when not needed, using external switches.
• You can work around them by modifying certain equipment to shut off completely (central heating thermostat circuits, for example).
• You can use some DC appliances.
• You can pay the additional cost for a large enough power system to handle the extra loads plus the inverter's idle current.

Be careful and honest if you contemplate avoiding all phantom and idling loads. You cannot always anticipate future needs or human behavior.

Powering a Water Supply Pump

At a remote site, a water well or pressure pump often places the greatest demand on the inverter. It warrants special consideration. Most pumps draw a very high surge of current during startup. The inverter must have sufficient surge capacity to handle it while running any other loads that may be on. It is important to size an inverter sufficiently, especially to handle the starting surge. Oversize it still further if you want it to start the pump without causing lights to dim or blink. It may also be worth considering a DC pump to eliminate the load on the invertor.

Battery Charging Features

Backup battery charging is essential in many off-grid renewable energy systems because there are likely to be occasions when the natural energy supply is insufficient. Some inverters have a built-in battery charger that will recharge the battery bank whenever power is applied from an AC generator or from the grid. As seperate cost effective chargers can be bought seperatly whether this feature will be cost effective will depend on the other requirements of your system.

Quality Pays

A good inverter is an industrial quality device that is proven reliable, certified for safety, and can last for decades. A cheap inverter may soon end up in the junk pile, and can even be a fire hazard. Consider your inverter to be a foundation component. Buy a good one that allows for future expansion of your needs.

In Summary

Define where it is to be used. Define what type of loads (appliances) you will be powering. Determine the maximum power the inverter will need to handle. Is the quality of the power critical? Does size and weight matter? Will there be any changes in what the inverter need to do in the future?

About the Author

Glen Freeman is a Systems Designer for Pioneer Resource Ltd. We are Specialist Suppliers and Installers of In-Balance Renewable Energy Systems including Solar Electricity (Solar Photovoltaics, Solar Hot Water (Solar Thermal), Wind Turbines, Eco Boilers, Stoves and Fires (Biomass), Natural Insulation and Custom Built Total Energy systems.

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COTEK S300112 300 Watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter High Surge $280.29 This DCAC pure sinewave inverter converts 12 Volts DC to 300 watts of AC power at 110 Volts 60 Hz. This inverter is a high efficiency UL 458 approved microprocessor controlled model that comes with a set of cables terminated in Anderson connectors and dual NEMA 520R GFCI receptacles other types of input connectors and output AC sockets can be requested. Features include overload overtemperature short circuit reverse polarity low battery under amp; over voltage protections.

Lind INV1215US1M Mobile Power Inverter Input Voltage:12V DC Output Voltage:110V AC 120V AC 150W Modified Sine Wave $80.52 150 Watt DC to AC Modified Sine Wave Inverter for 12 VDC input systems. Requires 15 Amp cigarette outlet in vehicle with single 110 VAC outlet. This Inverter is more suited for sensitive electrical or electronic items such as laptop computers laser printers and certain specialized applications such as medical communications and military equipment.

Inv1215Us1M - 150 Watt Modified Sine Wave Inverter With Soft Start. Plugs Into Cigarette Light $66.12 150 Watt DC to AC Modified Sine Wave Inverter For 12 Vdc Input Systems. Requires 15 Amp Cigarette Outlet in Vehicle With Single 110 Vac Outlet. This Inverter is More Suited For Sensitive Electrical or Electronic Items Such as Laptop Computers, Laser Printers And Certain Specialized Applications Such as Medical, Communications And Military Equipment. [1815229] UPC: 767377003446 UNSPC: 43211600 6L x 8W x 2H 1.3 LB 1 Cubes

All Power Supply TH3000 Modified Sine Wave Power Inverter 12 VDC 3000W $623.99 Thor 3000 Watt Power Inverter With 6000 Watt Peak Thor 3000 Watt Power Inverter With 6000 Watt Peak 6000W max power 3000W continuous ; 2 grounded AC receptacles ; Smoothstart technology gradually and safely ramps up output voltage ; Manual reset if inverter shuts down ; Noisefree technology filters modified sine ;wave and eliminates horizontal lines ; static that can appear on TV sets ; Turbo cooling fan; GFCI resest buttons; Power Indicator lights. Continuous Output Power: 3000 watts Peak Output Power: 6000 Watts USB: 5 V 500 mA No load Current.

All Power Supply TH1000 Modified Sine wave Power Inverter 12 Volts 1000W $197.59 Thor 1000 Watt Power Inverter With 2000 Watt Peak Thor 1000 Watt Power Inverter With 2000 Watt Peak 2000W max power 1000W continuous. 2 grounded AC receptacles. Smoothstart technology gradually and safely ramps up output voltage. Manual reset if inverter shuts down. Noisefree technology filters modified sine. Wave and eliminates horizontal lines. Static that can appear on TV sets. Turbo cooling fan. GFCI resest buttons. Power Indicator lights. Continuous Output Power: 1000 watts. Peak Output Power: 2000 Watts. USB: 5 V 500 mA. No load Current.

Battery Biz Pocket Inverter 100 Power Inverter $27.99 1 Year 1 x 3-prong 1 x Cigarette Lighter Adapter 1 x USB 12 V DC 120 V AC 2.10 lb 5 V DC 60 Hz 80 W Continuous Power / 160 W Peak Power 813-0281-07 9.30" Height x 2.60" Width x 3.95" Length Battery Biz Black Duracell Pocket Inverter 100 DC-to-AC Power Inverter Duracell Pocket Inverter 100 converts 12-volt DC battery power from a vehicle into 120-volt household AC electricity. Each model includes a three-prong household AC outlet and a USB charge port, allowing you to operate and recharge a wide range of mobile devices. When your laptop, Palm, iPod, BlackBerry, or any other mobile device runs out of battery power, simply plug it into this Duracell Pocket Inverter and keep going. Duracell Pocket Inverter 100 is the smallest inverter on the market, and will store easily in your pocket, laptop bag, vehicle console or glove box. Modified Sine Wave Pocket Inverter 100 Power Inverter www.battery-biz.com

Battery Biz Pocket Inverter 175 Power Inverter $34.99 1 Year 1 x 3-prong 1 x Cigarette Lighter Adapter 1 x USB 12 V DC 120 V AC 130 W Continuous Power / 260 W Peak Power 2.10 lb 5 V DC 60 Hz 813-0291-07 9.30" Height x 2.60" Width x 3.95" Length Battery Biz Black Duracell Pocket Inverter 175 DC-to-AC Power Inverter Duracell Pocket Inverter 175 converts 12-volt DC battery power from a vehicle into 120-volt household AC electricity. Each model includes a three-prong household AC outlet and a USB charge port, allowing you to operate and recharge a wide range of mobile devices. When your laptop, Palm, iPod, BlackBerry, or any other mobile device runs out of battery power, simply plug it into this Duracell Pocket Inverter and keep going. Duracell Pocket Inverter 175 is the smallest inverter on the market, and will store easily in your pocket, laptop bag, vehicle console or glove box. Modified Sine Wave Pocket Inverter 175 Power Inverter www.battery-biz.com

COTEK SK200148 200W Pure Sine Wave Inverter Input 48VDC $256.93 This DCAC pure sinewave inverter converts 48 Volts DC to 200 watts of AC power at 120 Volts 60 Hz. This inverter is a high efficiency microprocessor controlled model that meets the UL 458 safety standards. This unit includes a set of cables terminated in Anderson connectors and has dual NEMA 515R GFCI receptacles other types of input connectors and output AC sockets can be factory ordered. Battery cables lugs are also included. Features include overload overtemperature shortcircuit reversepolarity low battery under amp; over voltage protections. A low power saving mode is an additional feature to conserve energy.

COTEK SK3000148 3000 Watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter High Surge $2099.84 This DCAC pure sinewave inverter converts 48 Volts DC to 3000 watts of AC power at 120 Volts 60 Hz. This inverter is a high efficiency microprocessor controlled model that meets the UL458 specifications. This unit has dual NEMA 520R GFCI receptacles other types of input connectors and output AC sockets can be factory ordered. Battery cables lugs are also included. Features include overload overtemperature shortcircuit reversepolarity low battery under amp; over voltage protections. A low power saving mode is an additional feature to conserve energy.