LionKing

Thanks for the detailed explanation plonkster! I did some digging and found this diagram - this visually clears things up a lot in terms of Parallel operation and Phases. The diagram is for axpert inverters (w/o PV), but I assume same will apply to Infini w/PV - the only thing different would be that Each Inverter will be connected to a separate PV array? Btw, is One battery bank shared among all the inverters (as in the diagram)? If so, then how does charging work? is one inverter responsible for charging the battery bank or do all of them charge simultaneously? I'll ask local installer about net-metering, since I'm not sure about rules/regulations in my area.

Good Morning! plonkster said that Infini Super is a cheaper model But Chris said that Super is the latest. I'm confused now? So its the latest model but a cheaper alternative to the Regular Infini?Assuming Super 4KW, I would need a parallel setup for it But I recall reading on this forum that Infini parallel functionality isn't that good? Would the Parallel setup work with 3-Phase Power Supply to the house OR should I just go with 10KW unit for now to avoid any issues? Btw, any Info about a newer 10KW unit coming out soon? Unfortunately, for Voltronic there isn't any solid distributor that i know of. Most are just small (2-3 person) installers, although there are a couple of companies that are selling Branded Infini inverters with their own logos on it as well. Would have to ask them about warranty/support. Schneider Electric seems to have a much better presence - complete office and everything, however, they are quite a bit expensive - just the inverter, and then I have to get separate MPPT/charge controllers. I asked one installer to send me quote for a Schneider Electric system, I'll update on that. Good to know about Phase-Bridging. Does Parallel setup require 3 inverters for 3Phase power supply AND net-metering, or can I make do with 1 or 2 i.e. One a 3-Phase power supply, would 1P inverter be able to take advantage of net-metering?

Hi, I'm from Lahore, Pakistan and planning on setting up solar electricity for my house. The issues I need to address are Rolling blackouts (about 8 hours per day) and Electricity Bill offset using Solar. My plan is to go with a 10KW system, however, due to cost I think it will be better to get the Inverter + Batteries = UPS system setup for now. Then few months later add PV to the project. Mains Supply: 230V 3-Phase - We don't have any 3P equipment though Peak Load: 3 ACs (2KW each) + 800W of LED Bulbs + 500W of Fans + 500W Appliances (TV, Fridge, Freezer) + Dishwasher (Peak draw 2400W, used once a day). Note: All 3 ACs won't be running at the same time, max probably 2 ACs. We basically have two main brands of Inverters available here: Infini and Schneider Electric (this being expensive). My concerns are: 1. Do they have same supported operation modes/scenarios, to me it appears as if Infini has more? 2. Is Schneider Electric much better than Infini, in terms of reliability and quality of Electricity output? 2. Infini has various models i.e. Infini, Plus, V, Super. Whats the difference between these since their website isn't clear about this? 3. Infini 10KW has 3 Phases (3.3KW per Phase) and because of the ACs the load is harder to split among the three phases. I read that the phases can be bridged, how does that work? 4. If we bridge the phases, how would it affect the 3 incoming phases (from Grid) and Net-metering - since we're planning on taking advantage of that once we get PV setup. 5. I saw a video of Infini inverter and it was making a lot of noise. The person mentioned that the fans can be replaced to reduce noise, which fans (size) are needed and is it an easy task? Btw, I've done a lot of computer repair, so I'm comfortable opening stuff up. Thanks!