Learn how to size and select an appropriate inverter for your solar electric system.

⏱Timestamps:
0:06 Intro

0:38 What is an inverter?
1:01 Electrical current
1:56 DC & AC power
3:58 Inverter waveforms

6:43 How to select an inverter
6:48 Types of inverters
8:12 Common features
10:28 Safety protection features
10:53 Idle consumption
11:24 Inverter efficiency

11:40 How to size an inverter
11:47 Input voltage range
13:47 Output power rating
14:22 Continuous power rating
14:38 Surge power rating

15:12 Other videos and resources

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