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Solar Components
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Solar Panels
Solar panels convert sunlight into direct current electricity (DC).
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Inverter
Your inverter tells energy where to flow and converts it into alternating current electricity (AC), so it can be used in your home.
3
Electrical Panel
Your electrical panel distributes AC electricity to your entire home. You probably know it by its other name, "Fuse Box."
4
Utility Meter
The meter tracks how much power you are pulling from and putting back into the utility’s grid. When you are putting power back into the grid, the meter will run backwards.
5
Battery
The battery serves 3 main functions
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Stores your extra solar power
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Powers your home at night
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Keeps the lights on if the utility turns off your power
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