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Solar power plant 3kw

An on-grid solar power plant uses photovoltaic panels to convert sunlight into electricity, which is then used by homes or businesses and fed into the public electricity grid. Excess energy can be sent back to the grid, potentially earning credits through a system called net metering. These systems provide a consistent power supply by relying on the grid for backup, acting as a large virtual battery to cover energy needs when solar production is insufficient.


Technical Specification

1. System Overview

  • Type of System: On-Grid (Grid-Tied, without battery backup)
  • Rated Capacity: 3 kWp (DC)
  • Purpose: Residential rooftop solar installation under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
  • Estimated Free Units: Up to 300 units/month generated.

2. Major Components

  1. Solar PV Modules
    • Technology: Mono PERC / Mono PERC Half-Cut (Preferred under scheme)
    • Wattage: 540 Wp – 550 Wp (typical)
    • No. of Panels: ~6 panels (540 Wp × 6 = 3,240 Wp; adjusted as per design)
    • Efficiency: ≥ 20%
    • Certifications: BIS / IEC 61215, IEC 61730
    • Warranty: 25 years performance (≥ 80% output at 25 years)
  2. Grid-Tied Inverter
    • Capacity: 3 kW, Single Phase
    • MPPT Tracking: Yes (1–2 MPPTs)
    • Conversion Efficiency: ≥ 97%
    • Protections: Anti-islanding, Over/Under Voltage, Short Circuit, Overload
    • Communication: Wi-Fi / RS485 for online monitoring
    • Certifications: IEC / MNRE approved
    • Warranty: 5–10 years
  3. Module Mounting Structure (MMS)
    • Material: Hot Dip Galvanized Steel / Aluminium Alloy
    • Design: Wind speed resistance up to 150 km/h
    • Tilt Angle: As per site latitude (10°–25° typically in India)
    • Corrosion Resistance: ≥ 80 microns galvanization
  4. Balance of System (BOS)
    • Cables: UV Resistant DC Cables (4/6 sqmm), AC Cables (2.5/4 sqmm) copper as per load
    • Connectors: MC4 compatible IP67 certified
    • DCDB/ACDB: With MCB, SPD (Type II), Isolators, Fuses
    • Earthing & Lightning Arrestor: 2–3 GI/Copper Earthing as per IS 3043

3. Electrical Specifications

  • DC Array Power: 3.0 kWp
  • Operating Voltage (Vmp): ~300–450 V DC (depends on module configuration)
  • Max DC Current: ~10–12 A (single string)
  • AC Output Power: 3.0 kW @ 230 V AC, 50 Hz
  • AC Output Current: ~13–14 A
  • Power Factor: 0.9 Lag to 0.9 Lead
  • Grid Compliance: As per DISCOM & CEA Regulations

4. Expected Performance

  • Average Generation: 12–15 units/day (4,500–5,500 units/year, depending on location & solar radiation)
  • Free Electricity Benefit: Up to 300 units/month free under the scheme (excess units adjusted with DISCOM bill)
  • CO₂ Reduction: ~4.5 tons/year

5. Protections & Safety

  • DC & AC Isolators
  • DC SPD (Type II), AC SPD (Type II/III)
  • Earthing: PV array earthing, inverter earthing, lightning protection
  • Inverter with anti-islanding protection
  • Net Metering (Bi-directional energy meter installed by DISCOM)

6. Standards & Compliance

  • MNRE Approved Vendor & Components
  • Standards: IEC 61215 / 61730 / 62109, IS 14286, IS 16221, IS 16169
  • DISCOM Approval: Net metering as per state policy

7. Warranty & O&M