A solar inverter is one of the most important elements of the solar electric power system. Check out our range or get in touch for a quote.
Solar panels generate direct current (DC). A solar inverter converts it into alternating current (AC) for your home or business. The right model must suit the panels, roof layout, electricity connection and any battery or backup plans.
A solar inverter is one of the most important elements of the solar electric power system. We supply and install SolarEdge, Enphase, Sungrow, and we will tell you which suits your roof rather than fitting whatever is in the van. Get in touch for a quote.
A string inverter converts power from one or more panel strings and may have multiple MPPT inputs. Microinverters convert power at each panel. A hybrid inverter also manages a compatible battery. Shading performance depends on the layout and equipment; no inverter can replace sunlight lost to shade.
| String inverter | Microinverters | Hybrid inverter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it works | One inverter with one or more panel strings | One small inverter per panel | One inverter managing panels and battery |
| Best for | Simple, unshaded roofs | Shaded or multi-faced roofs | Homes adding storage now or later |
| Shading impact | Depends on string design, bypass diodes and MPPTs | Individual panel operation limits mismatch losses | Depends on MPPT layout and compatible electronics |
| Expanding later | Limited by inverter capacity | Modular, subject to electrical and network limits | Only within approved battery compatibility limits |
| Typical brands here | SolarEdge | Enphase IQ series | Sungrow Hybrid |
| Cost | Often economical; compare the installed system | Usually higher equipment cost per panel | Model-dependent; compare storage options |
SolarEdge systems pair a central inverter with compatible power optimisers at the panels. The optimisers handle module-level power tracking, while the inverter converts DC electricity to AC.
HD-Wave and SolarEdge Home models have different capabilities. We check battery support, consumption monitoring and required accessories for the exact model in your quote.
Enphase microinverters convert power at each panel. This supports individual panel operation and monitoring, and can suit roofs with multiple orientations. Panel compatibility, circuit capacity and network requirements still govern the design.
The IQ 7 series below is an earlier Enphase range featured on this page. The quoted microinverter model and its datasheet determine panel compatibility. Ask us which current model suits a new installation or replacement.
* The IQ 7+ Micro is required to support 72-cell modules
** The IQ 7X Micro is required to support 96-cell modules
Sungrow hybrid inverters manage solar generation and compatible battery storage. Capabilities vary between Sungrow models. Your quote will specify the inverter, approved battery pairing and backup configuration.
Shade, roof shape, future plans and warranty are what decide it. Here is what we weigh up before recommending one.
Trees, chimneys and neighbouring buildings affect the design. We compare panel placement, MPPT layouts and module-level electronics where appropriate.
Different orientations can use separate MPPT inputs or module-level electronics. The best layout depends on panel numbers, shade and the inverter’s limits.
Tell us when you expect to add storage. Compare a compatible hybrid system with an AC-coupled battery option; future battery compatibility is not guaranteed.
Compare the exact model’s warranty, registration requirements and service terms. Ask what is covered for parts, labour and replacement.
Your switchboard decides the starting point. Three-phase properties and larger systems change which range applies.
Panel-level data tells you which module is underperforming; system-level tells you the total. Decide how much detail you actually want.
We check your roof, shading, switchboard and whether you are single or three phase.
We match the inverter to the roof and to your battery plans, and name the exact model in the quote.
Fitted and commissioned by our own electricians, with monitoring set up before we leave.
The inverter choice shapes your solar system and future upgrades. Battery compatibility, backup operation and expansion need to be checked for the exact equipment and installation.
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Yes — All Green supplies and installs solar inverters across the Central Coast, Newcastle and Sydney, along with the Hunter, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens.
A string inverter converts power from one or more strings of panels. Microinverters convert power at each panel. The effect of shade depends on the system design; multiple MPPT inputs, bypass diodes and module-level electronics can help manage mismatch losses.
Service life varies with the model, installation conditions and use. Compare the manufacturer’s warranty and service arrangements rather than treating warranty length as a guaranteed lifespan.
Compare a hybrid inverter with an approved battery pairing against an AC-coupled battery solution. Sungrow offer hybrid models, but compatibility and backup capability depend on the exact equipment. Discuss future storage plans before ordering.
SolarEdge systems use compatible power optimisers as part of their design. Other systems may not need optimisers. We assess shading, roof orientations and inverter inputs before recommending equipment.
Sometimes. Expansion depends on inverter and panel compatibility, string or branch-circuit limits, switchboard capacity and network approval. Microinverters are modular, but expanding still requires a compliant design and installation.
The installed price depends on the type, capacity, electrical supply and supporting equipment. Replacement work can also involve isolators, wiring or switchboard changes. Your quote will name the model and explain the installation scope.
Yes. All Green can assess existing systems and recommend a compatible replacement. We check the panels, electrical installation and fault before confirming the work required. Contact us for inverter service and replacement options.
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