Choosing a system

Every client has a different reason for wanting to install solar power, and once OmniTech understands what you would like to achieve from the exercise, the easier it will be to design a system that meets and even exceeds your expectations:

“I want to pay less for electricity. I also think solar offers one of the best returns on investments for my money.”

GRID-TIE PV SOLAR SYSTEM
Grid-tied or grid connected solar is a solar electricity system without batteries. Your home is hooked up to both the national grid and your solar electricity system, so you will always have electricity available at the flick of a switch - from solar power during the day, and from your municipality at night. You can install a solar electricity system of any size and you will only ever be billed if your power consumption is in excess of the amount you are generating.
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“I want to create and store my own power for using during peak tariff times.”

HYBRID PV SOLAR AND BACKUP SYSTEM
The best of all worlds - this system comprises solar power with battery backup and all excess power generated by the solar panels is returned to the grid. Smart inverters can be programmed to use battery power during municipality peak tariff times. In the ultimate hybrid configuration, power can be generated by solar panels, wind turbines, diesel generator or mains, alone or in any combination.
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“I live in an area with no existing electrical infrastructure. Installing solar will cost less than connecting to the grid!”

OFF-GRID PV SOLAR SYSTEM
For situations where mains power is not available, or the client wishes to become completely independent of the grid. All power is generated by the solar panels; a battery bank stores excess power for use at night or when the sun is not shining. Because the system is your only source of power, many off-grid systems contain multiple charging sources such as solar, wind and generator.
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