C&I (commercial and industrial)

C&I refers to businesses and manufacturing units that utilize solar power to meet their energy needs. The needs of C&I tend to be much greater than residential needs.

Cell

A cell is a small unit inside a solar panel that converts sunlight into electricity. It’s one of the most important building blocks of a solar panel.

Communication gateway

A communication gateway is a device that acts as a translator between your equipment. It allows your solar power system and your digital devices like computers and smartphones to understand each other – enabling you to monitor your system’s performance.

Battery

Batteries are devices that store electricity produced by solar panels, allowing it to be used when needed. This allows you to have access to electricity when the sun isn’t shining or during power outages.

Array

An array, or solar array, is a system made up of several solar panels linked together. These panels work together to produce a greater amount of electricity than a singular solar panel. 

AC coupling

This is a method that is used to connect a solar power system to a battery backup, allowing your solar panels to power your battery. This means you can use the stored energy during power outages or throughout peak-demand times.

AC power (alternating current)

This is the electricity that flows back and forth in a circuit. AC power is used in homes in order to power most household appliances. It’s called alternating due to the fact that the current switches direction.

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