Off-Grid Solar, Wind Power Systems & Off Grid Power System Design

Off-Grid System Components and Links to Complete Off Grid System Packages.

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Small DC Offgrid Cabin
Medium DC Offgrid Cabin
Medium AC Offgrid Cabin

Small AC Offgrid Home
Medium AC Offgrid Home
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Remote Telecom
Grid-Assisted Hybrids

What kind of off grid home power system do I need? How big should it be? Most of our customers need help sizing and designing their systems and we are happy to do this. We also have easy online calculator for estimating system size for Off-Grid systems.

OFF-GRID POWER SYSTEMS
Off-grid power systems are for those independent people who plan to live within their means and use only what they produce with solar panels, wind generators, hydro-power, or a combination of these.

Off-grid AC Solar Power Systems provide power for normal AC appliances.

Off-grid DC Solar Power Systems provide power for only DC appliances, as in RV's and boats.

Off-grid Wind Systems produce power with wind generators. Running a household on wind power requires that you live in a really windy (Class 5 or 6) area. Is your area really windy?

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Off-grid Hybrid Systems use a combination of solar panels, wind generators or gas generators. [Gas generators are noisy, notoriously difficult to start, require more maintenance than an entire solar panel system and require you to haul fuel or have it hauled. Don't say we didn't warn you.]

Sizing & Pricing for Off-Grid PV

Off Grid Solar Power Systems Information:
	Frequently Asked Questions - Just starting? Read a few answers to the most asked questions about solar,
	Solar System Sizing Worksheet - Based on your existing use of electricity, figure out how many panels your off grid system will need to produce.
	Load Evaluation Worksheet - If you are building an off-grid home, this will help you estimate how much electricity you will need.
	Connecting to the Grid - A complete guide to issues involved in a grid connected solar system.
	Power Consumption Table - Want to know how much power something uses? Many common items are covered here.
	Branch Circuit Wiring - If you are planning to connect a solar system to an existing home you MUST read this first. If you have questions be sure to call or send email to sales@wholesalesolar.com.
	Guide to Photovoltaic (PV) System Design and Installation - California Energy Commission
	Back-up Power Systems - See what you can do to be sure that your lights will stay on.
	What kind of grounding and lightning protection do I need?
	System Grounding - It's the most asked question we get. Read all about it.

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