Samvik Power Pvt. Ltd.

FAQs

How much time does it take to install a solar PV system?

It takes about 2-4 weeks to install a smaller system and about 4-8 weeks for larger systems. In certain cases, there may be variations to these timelines on account of access to the site.

Will solar panels generate electricity on cloudy days?

Yes, though they produce less electricity. Under a light overcast sky, panels might produce about half as much as under full sun.

How much roof space will I need for a solar array?

A 1 kW panels requires 75-80 square feet; of rooftop space. We can extend this to different combinations of rooftop plant capacity and panel efficiency for understanding.

How often should solar panels be cleaned?

Cleaning at regular intervals keeps your panels operating optimally always. We at Samvik Experts recommend that panels be cleaned and maintain once in a month.

What is the difference between mono and mono half cut?

Normal mono full cell panels are made with 60 or 72 cells on the entire panel. A mono half-Cell module doubles the number of cells into 120 or 144 cells per panel. The panel is the same size as a full cell panel but with double the cells.

Which panel is best mono or poly? Why?

Mono crystalline solar cells are more efficient because they are cut from a single source of silicon. Poly crystalline solar cells are blended from multiple silicon sources and are slightly less efficient.

What is the size and thickness of the panel?

Approx size of solar panels is 1*2 meter and thickness of solar panels is 40 mm.

What is net metering?

A billing mechanism offering the utility provider to get credits for the excess solar energy produced by your solar panels is net metering. There is a difference between how much energy the solar power system provides and how much is used for your home. So the excess electricity produced is sent to the power grid, and you get paid for it.

What are the different types of PV system?

There are three main types of solar PV and storage systems: grid-tied, grid/hybrid and off-grid. It all comes down to the customer’s current energy supply and what they want to get out of the system, even though they have their pros and cons.

What is Solar PV System & how does it work?

Solar PV System is a power system that is designed to supply usable solar power by means of photovoltaics. It includes an arrangement of several components, including solar panels to absorb and convert sunlight into electricity, a solar inverter to convert the output from direct to alternating current, as well as mounting, cabling, and other electrical accessories to set up a working system.

How much will I really save on my electricity bills every month?

Homeowners can save approximately 600 units of electricity per month that can reduce their electricity bills by around ₹5,500 with the installation of a 5 kW rooftop solar system in their homes.

Will I ever need to replace my solar panels?

The standard life span of solar panels is about 25 to 30 years, if new technologies do come in, it should be fairly easy to “upgrade” your system to fit your electrical needs. Also it is essential for every solar panel systems to be maintained & cleaned every once in a while, to work efficiently & effectively. If not maintained, solar panels might come to a stage of replacing sooner than their standard life.

Are solar panels difficult to maintain?

Solar panels generally require very little maintenance in order to function. The only thing they need is a periodic light cleaning to make sure dirt, leaves, and other garbage doesn’t obstruct the sun’s rays from reaching the solar panels.

What if my roof is in poor condition?

If your roof is over 10 years old, then you may want to schedule a roof inspection to see if it’s still in good enough condition for solar panel installation. A general guideline says roofs should be >10 years old and in good condition before beginning solar panel installation.

What is the difference between on grid system and off grid system?

On-grid means your solar system is tied to your local utility’s GRID. … Being off-grid means you are not connected in any way to your grid’s power system or utility company. This is appealing because you are 100% self-sustaining your energy use.

How much unit it generated per day?

On an average during sunny days 1 kilowatt(kW) of solar panels generate 4 KWH (units) of electricity in a day.

Which types of panel do you have?

Mono perc, Poly panel, Bi-facial panel, Flexible panel.

Is floating system done by Samvik?

Yes. We do floating systems as well.

What is the procedure to become EPC partner with Samvik?

Please contact us at info@samvikpower.com and we will guide you how you can be our EPC partner.

What are the benefits to become an EPC partner with Samvik?

We provide all technical support to our EPC Partners. This includes Designs, drawings, and client consultancy. This indeed helps our partners with technical challenges and difficulties that they face with clients.