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Solar Power Plant - 4kw

on-grid solar power plant uses high-efficiency photovoltaic (PV) panels to convert sunlight into clean electricity. The generated power is directly consumed by homes or businesses, and any excess electricity is fed into the public grid. Through net metering, users can earn credits for surplus power supplied to the grid. Unlike off-grid systems, this setup does not require batteries, as the grid itself acts as a virtual battery, ensuring uninterrupted power supply even when solar production is low. A 4kW system is ideal for small households, shops, and offices, helping reduce monthly electricity bills while promoting eco-friendly energy usage.


Technical Specification

1. System Overview

  • System Type: On-Grid (Grid-Tied, without battery)

  • Capacity: 4 kWp (DC)

  • Purpose: Residential rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar scheme

  • Subsidy Eligibility: ✔ Yes, as per MNRE guidelines

    • Subsidy: ₹18,000/kWp up to 3 kWp (₹54,000) + ₹9,000/kWp for next 1 kWp (₹9,000)

    • Total Subsidy for 4 kWp = ₹63,000

  • Expected Free Units: Up to 400–500 units/month (location dependent)


2. Major Components

  1. Solar PV Modules

    • Technology: Mono PERC / Half-Cut (preferred)

    • Wattage: 540–550 Wp (typical)

    • No. of Panels: ~8 panels (8 × 540 Wp = 4,320 Wp DC)

    • Efficiency: ≥ 20%

    • Certifications: BIS / IEC 61215, IEC 61730

    • Warranty: 25 years (performance), 10–12 years (product)

  2. Grid-Tied Inverter

    • Capacity: 4 kW, Single Phase

    • MPPT: 2 MPPT inputs preferred

    • Conversion Efficiency: ≥ 97%

    • Features: Anti-islanding, Wi-Fi/RS485 communication, remote monitoring

    • Certifications: MNRE / IEC 62109 / IS 16169

    • Warranty: 5–10 years

  3. Module Mounting Structure (MMS)

    • Material: Hot Dip Galvanized Steel / Aluminium Alloy

    • Tilt Angle: Site-specific (10°–25° typical)

    • Design Wind Speed: Up to 150 km/h

    • Coating: ≥ 80 microns galvanization

  4. Balance of System (BOS)

    • Cables:

      • DC: UV-resistant solar cable (4/6 sqmm copper)

      • AC: 2.5/4 sqmm copper depending on run length

    • Connectors: MC4 IP67 certified

    • DCDB/ACDB: With MCB, MCCB, Isolators, SPD (Type II)

    • Earthing: 2–3 separate earth pits (PV array, inverter, LA)

    • Lightning Arrestor: Provided as per IS 3043


3. Electrical Specifications

  • DC Capacity: 4.0 kWp

  • DC Voltage Range: 300–600 V DC (string design)

  • DC Current (per string): ~10–12 A

  • AC Output Power: 4.0 kW @ 230 V AC, 50 Hz (Single Phase)

  • AC Output Current: ~17–18 A

  • Power Factor: 0.9 Lag to 0.9 Lead

  • Grid Compliance: CEA & State DISCOM norms


4. Performance

  • Daily Generation: ~16–20 units/day

  • Annual Generation: ~5,800–7,200 units/year (site-dependent)

  • Free Electricity Benefit: ~400–500 units/month free under scheme

  • CO₂ Reduction: ~6 tons/year


5. Protections & Safety

  • DC Side: SPD (Type II), DC Isolator, Fuses (if >1 string)

  • AC Side: SPD (Type II/III), AC Isolator/MCB/MCCB

  • Earthing: Dedicated PV earthing + Inverter earthing + Lightning protection

  • Inverter Protections: Anti-islanding, Over/Under Voltage, Overcurrent


6. Standards & Compliance

  • Modules: IEC 61215 / 61730, IS 14286

  • Inverter: IEC 62109, IS 16169, IEC 61683

  • Installation: As per IS 3043, CEA, MNRE & DISCOM standards

  • Vendor: Must be empaneled under MNRE/State Nodal Agency


7. Warranty & O&M

  • Modules: 25 years performance warranty (80% output at 25 years)

  • Inverter: 5–10 years standard warranty

  • MMS & BOS: 5 years

  • Maintenance: Annual inspection, cleaning every 1–2 months, monitoring through inverter app

1. System Overview

  • System Type: On-Grid (Grid-Tied, without battery)

  • Capacity: 4 kWp (DC)

  • Purpose: Residential rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar scheme

  • Subsidy Eligibility: ✔ Yes, as per MNRE guidelines

    • Subsidy: ₹18,000/kWp up to 3 kWp (₹54,000) + ₹9,000/kWp for next 1 kWp (₹9,000)

    • Total Subsidy for 4 kWp = ₹63,000

  • Expected Free Units: Up to 400–500 units/month (location dependent)


2. Major Components

  1. Solar PV Modules

    • Technology: Mono PERC / Half-Cut (preferred)

    • Wattage: 540–550 Wp (typical)

    • No. of Panels: ~8 panels (8 × 540 Wp = 4,320 Wp DC)

    • Efficiency: ≥ 20%

    • Certifications: BIS / IEC 61215, IEC 61730

    • Warranty: 25 years (performance), 10–12 years (product)

  2. Grid-Tied Inverter

    • Capacity: 4 kW, Single Phase

    • MPPT: 2 MPPT inputs preferred

    • Conversion Efficiency: ≥ 97%

    • Features: Anti-islanding, Wi-Fi/RS485 communication, remote monitoring

    • Certifications: MNRE / IEC 62109 / IS 16169

    • Warranty: 5–10 years

  3. Module Mounting Structure (MMS)

    • Material: Hot Dip Galvanized Steel / Aluminium Alloy

    • Tilt Angle: Site-specific (10°–25° typical)

    • Design Wind Speed: Up to 150 km/h

    • Coating: ≥ 80 microns galvanization

  4. Balance of System (BOS)

    • Cables:

      • DC: UV-resistant solar cable (4/6 sqmm copper)

      • AC: 2.5/4 sqmm copper depending on run length

    • Connectors: MC4 IP67 certified

    • DCDB/ACDB: With MCB, MCCB, Isolators, SPD (Type II)

    • Earthing: 2–3 separate earth pits (PV array, inverter, LA)

    • Lightning Arrestor: Provided as per IS 3043


3. Electrical Specifications

  • DC Capacity: 4.0 kWp

  • DC Voltage Range: 300–600 V DC (string design)

  • DC Current (per string): ~10–12 A

  • AC Output Power: 4.0 kW @ 230 V AC, 50 Hz (Single Phase)

  • AC Output Current: ~17–18 A

  • Power Factor: 0.9 Lag to 0.9 Lead

  • Grid Compliance: CEA & State DISCOM norms


4. Performance

  • Daily Generation: ~16–20 units/day

  • Annual Generation: ~5,800–7,200 units/year (site-dependent)

  • Free Electricity Benefit: ~400–500 units/month free under scheme

  • CO₂ Reduction: ~6 tons/year


5. Protections & Safety

  • DC Side: SPD (Type II), DC Isolator, Fuses (if >1 string)

  • AC Side: SPD (Type II/III), AC Isolator/MCB/MCCB

  • Earthing: Dedicated PV earthing + Inverter earthing + Lightning protection

  • Inverter Protections: Anti-islanding, Over/Under Voltage, Overcurrent


6. Standards & Compliance

  • Modules: IEC 61215 / 61730, IS 14286

  • Inverter: IEC 62109, IS 16169, IEC 61683

  • Installation: As per IS 3043, CEA, MNRE & DISCOM standards

  • Vendor: Must be empaneled under MNRE/State Nodal Agency


7. Warranty & O&M

  • Modules: 25 years performance warranty (80% output at 25 years)

  • Inverter: 5–10 years standard warranty

  • MMS & BOS: 5 years

  • Maintenance: Annual inspection, cleaning every 1–2 months, monitoring through inverter app