Thinking about solar panels or battery storage for your home, but don’t know where to start? In this beginner-friendly video, we break down the key components of a solar and battery storage system—without the jargon. From inverters and optimisers to sizing your battery and understanding G99 applications, we’ll help you feel confident and clued up before anyone steps foot on your roof.
🌟 What You’ll Learn:
What solar panels, inverters, batteries, and optimisers actually do
The differences between string, hybrid, AC-coupled, and all-in-one inverters
How to size your battery correctly based on usage and tariff strategy
What to ask your installer and how to avoid costly mistakes
Chapters:
01:33 – Solar panels, inverters & batteries explained
02:14 – Safety components: Isolators & fuse boards
02:49 – How optimisers help with shading
03:32 – Monitoring & apps: Cloud Connect explained
04:07 – Inverter types: String, Hybrid, AC-coupled & All-in-One
06:15 – Why storing energy matters
06:57 – Using cheap time of use tariffs with battery storage
07:36 – How to choose the right battery size
09:46 – Battery expansion and modular options
10:26 – Battery warranties, cycles & throughput explained
12:38 – Depth of Discharge: What it means for you
13:20 – Matching inverters & batteries: Why it matters
14:23 – Where to install your battery: Garage, outside or attic?
16:39 – What to prioritise in your budget: Panels vs battery
17:47 – Solar panel & inverter sizing: Get the balance right
18:46 – Software, support & smart features
19:29 – Cutting costs the right way
20:13 – G98, G99, G100: What they are & why they matter
22:47 – Export limits explained: What 5kW really means
23:32 – Grid capacity & negotiation tips
24:12 – Final thoughts & links to more helpful content
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