Definition
1. A solar inverter, or converter or PV inverter, converts the variable direct current (DC) output of a photovoltaic (PV) solar panel 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. It is a critical balance of system (BOS)–component in a photovoltaic system, allowing the use of ordinary AC-powered equipment. Solar power inverters have special functions adapted for use with photovoltaic arrays, including maximum power point tracking and anti-islanding protection.
2. An inverter is an electronic device that can transform a direct current (DC) into alternating current (AC) at a given voltage and frequency. The inverters are used in photovoltaic off-grid (stand alone) for powering electric remote houses, mountain chalets, monile homes, boats an are also used in grid-connected photovoltaic systems to enter the current produced by the plant directly into the power grid distribution.
Abbreviation
Synonyms
converter, PV inverter
Superterms
Inverter
Subterms
Sources
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solar_inverter (1.); http://www.mpptsolar.com/en/how-does-an-inverter-work.html (2.)
Author: Tim Röder
