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Panasonic Solar HIT AC
Series Solar Panel with
Enphase Microinverter

Panasonic’s HIT AC Series Modules combine the
efficiency of its high-performing solar panels with
the intelligence of Enphase IQ 7X Individual MPPT
(Module-level Power Point Tracker) microinverters
to deliver maximum power production from every
roof size and shape. The all-in-one smart panel
also results in easier installations, lower costs
and higher return on investment.
Where most photovoltaic panels weaken and
underperform in hot summer temperatures, AC
Series Modules up the ante, thanks to an ultra-low
temperature coefficient of -0.258%/°C. The
company’s HIT N-type solar cells, the N330E and
N340, result in extremely low Light Induced
ENERGY Degradation and zero Potential Induced
Degradation, meaning better reliability, power
output and longevity throughout the system’s
SolarEdge Technologies PRODUCTION, lifecycle. Panasonic’s industry-leading
performance warranty guarantees a minimum solar
EV-Charging Single-Phase panel power output of almost 91% after 25 years.
Installation and maintenance are also a breeze.
Inverter STORAGE AND There is no inverter installation and no DC wire
The EV-Charging Single-Phase Inverter from management required. The built-in microinverter is
SolarEdge Technologies advances factory mounted on the module, saving
development of holistic smart energy homes. CONTROL installation time, labor and money. And, the
Installers and builders can cost- and time- Enphase IQ 7X recesses into the frame of the AC
effectively design and build homes that Series Module, saving storage space, reducing
embrace smart energy production and trips up the ladder. Each microinverter is field
consumption. For example, the inverter reduces replaceable, without the need to replace the
the workload and costs of separately installing entire solar module.
two standalone products—an electric vehicle For more information: https://bit.ly/2W4P9qc
(EV) charger and solar inverter. This saves
space on the main distribution panel and Heliomotion Home Solar Power Plant
eliminates possible panel upgrades.
Meanwhile, the inverter allows consumers to In order to get maximum output from the sun, solar
further decrease their carbon footprint by panels should always be directed straight towards the
allowing EV drivers to charge their cars from sun—not only at noon, but whenever photovoltaic
renewable sources. SolarEdge has also energy is needed. The Heliomotion Home Solar Power
succeeded in increasing charging speeds Plant constantly tracks the sun from sunrise until
compared to other comparable EV chargers on sunset, a concept that resembles that of large utility
the market. Further improving the EV-charging solar stations. It provides private homes with an
experience, the inverter features an easily extremely efficient, affordable and easy way to
replaceable cable and connector, one of the generate their own renewable energy.
most common failure points of EV chargers. Heliomotion Home Solar Power Plant finds the sun’s
SolarEdge provides its inverter with an EV- position using GPS. The tracker rotates 180 degrees
ready option so that is future-ready for new EV along the horizon and 20 to 70 degrees vertically. Its
purchases or replacement. SolarEdge’s dual-axis tracking performs with a single motor, leading to lower energy consumption. The product is
monitoring app also allows for remote charging available in a solar-paneled model (PV-2M), with two 300-watt panels that generate 700 to 1,350
or prescheduling. In the future, the app will kilowatt hours per year, and a panel-free version (PV-2) for those who want to use their own solar panels.
include features such as demand response The Home Solar Power Plant is designed to be easily assembled and installed in less than a day by an
readiness and weather forecasts. installer or the buyer, with help from an experienced electrician. The product is delivered as a complete
For more information: installation kit on one pallet, including a detailed, illustrated installation manual.
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