I was just wondering if it's still the case that solar panel installations are rated to 16 amps single phase does this apply to all single phase generators on domestic installations
My understanding is that the PV modules CAN have a total output in excess of the 4Kw limit, PROVIDED THAT the grid tie inverter is so designed or programmed that it can not put more than the 4Kw limit back into the grid.
It can be worthwhile to use a PV array in excess of 4Kw, despite the fact that under optimum conditions, that some of the capacity will be unused.
I am not sure how that would affect the regulations and in particular the FIT payments, where you have to declare the installed kWp value. I suspect they know when your output is higher than the expected value for the installed capacity. When I have had a particularly good period the meter reader turned up!
My understanding is that the PV modules CAN have a total output in excess of the 4Kw limit, PROVIDED THAT the grid tie inverter is so designed or programmed that it can not put more than the 4Kw limit back into the grid.
It can be worthwhile to use a PV array in excess of 4Kw, despite the fact that under optimum conditions, that some of the capacity will be unused.
I am not sure how that would affect the regulations and in particular the FIT payments, where you have to declare the installed kWp value. I suspect they know when your output is higher than the expected value for the installed capacity. When I have had a particularly good period the meter reader turned up!
