Multi-Inverter Power Centers

Multi-inverter power centers are becoming a popular choice in off-grid solar electric installations. These power centers use a modular concept which allows us to create an efficient design for nearly any residential or light commercial requirement. Multi-inverter power centers generally use a master/slave configuration, with the master inverter usually remaining active continuously while the slave inverters "sleep" until needed. As AC load demands increase, the slave inverters progressively "wake up" and synchronize to the master inverter. This means that the efficiency remains high during times of low energy demand, with plenty of power available for the big jobs.

Multi-inverter power centers are a smart choice when planning for future energy demands. An off-grid vacation cottage is a good example. Even though vacation usage may not require a multi-inverter system, a wise homeowner may choose to plan for future needs when the dwelling might be lived in full-time. Robust power systems really pay for themselves if the property is ever sold, because a new buyer is encouraged by a power system that will fulfill their needs without immediate expansion or replacement.

Multiple inverter systems also combine the battery charging potential of the inverter/chargers whenever AC input power is available (grid or generator). So a two-inverter system can offer twice the battery charge rate as a single inverter. This is a very important benefit in larger systems with high battery capacity. Like all aspects of a properly designed system, the available charging rate should work to charge the battery quickly and get maximum fuel efficiency from the back-up generator. Beacuse of the high power battery charging of multi inverter power centers, careful consideration should be given to choosing the right generator for the job. Give us a call for help with this critical decision.