Off-Grid Power Systems: Can You Go Off-Grid with a 10kW Solar System Along

Installing solar panels is one of the best and easiest ways to reduce your energy costs and you can earn through it as well if you have a bigger-sized solar system that generates enough power to be transported to the national grid. So, there is no way you should go off-grid even if you’ve solar panels installed on your roof.

But the question that most people ask is whether they can go off-grid if the size of their solar system is 10kW and there are batteries installed as well. Let’s take a look at how this off-grid system works and whether you should disconnect from the national grid or not.

A 10kW solar system is more than enough for a single house. However, the final output will depend upon some factors that are given below:

• The location of panels decides whether or not these panels will work efficiently. Darwin is considered to be the sunniest capital city of Australia while Hobart gets the least sunshine.

• The orientation of panels also matters a lot and in most cases in Australia, the North-facing panels are considered to generate power more than any other direction.

• Your energy usage will also be a key factor because a 10kW solar system is big enough to meet your home’s energy requirements.

• Your solar system must be capable of generating enough power that can be used on rainy days when there is absolutely no sunshine because you are off-grid now. In such a case, the battery storage system also has to play its part to keep things going.

All in all, you must take a look at the demand and supply of energy first and then decide if it’s a good idea to go off-grid.

A 10kW solar system is of a bigger size and generates enough power to run a single house which is why you can go off-grid on normal sunny days. However, the weather in Australia is not so feasible for solar energy users and there are days in which the sun isn’t out because of rainfall or snowfall. In such circumstances, all you need is electricity for your survival.

So, the best idea is not to go off-grid even if you have energy in excess because if it’s the case, you can export the extra energy to the grid you are connected to, and you’ll be paid in return. So, even though it’s possible to go off-grid with a 10kW solar system, it’s not a good idea to do it due to certain pros and cons.

At AusPac Solar, we think it’s important to provide our customers with the highest quality solar installations and electrical work that come with the promise of ongoing servicing and maintenance support.

If you would like to discuss any of the points above or you are just wanting to engage with a genuine, customer-focused solar company that will deliver a solar installation, Off Grid Solar System Sydney at a fair and reasonable price, give our friendly team a call on 1300 197 237 or contact us here and one of our solar experts will be in touch.