A PV inverter is the part of your solar power system that converts the DC power from the photovoltaic panels into AC voltage for use in your home.The size of an inverter is measured in its maximum continuous output in watts, from less than one hundred to several thousand. Its physical size will also vary based on its power – currently the smallest inverters can be smaller than laptops.

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Unfortunately most of the online information available concerning inverters is provided by companies selling the product. Conservation Consultants, Inc does not favor one producer over another and is not eager to advertise for any in particular. We advise you to do an Internet search on your own to find inverter manufacturers near you that provide what you’re looking for. To learn more about inverters, the following sites are helpful even though they are selling a product.

http://www.solarexpert.com/PVinvtinfo.html – Go Solar Company

http://www.solar-electric.com/solar_inverters/inverters_for_solar_electric.htm – Northern Arizona Wind and Sun

http://focus.ti.com/docs/solution/folders/print/349.html – Texas Instruments