
How many solar panels are required for 1.5 ton AC
Electrical power is rarely available in the tropical regions as a result of frequent blackouts. Thus, this is the right moment for choosing solar modules for air conditioning. That is why the use of the solar panels might make sense when it comes to the reduction of energy consumption of an air conditioner.
These are some of the questions that many people have asked about their air conditioner; How many watts does an air conditioner use, and, Can an air conditioner be powered by a solar panel system? In our case, as a solar panel company, we have been trained to answer such questions as much as possible to the clients whenever help is needed.
The power consumption of an air conditioner typically measured in watts or kilowatts. Since you mentioned a 1.5-ton AC, we will assume that it has a cooling capacity of 1.5 tons or 18,000 British Thermal Units per hour (BTU/hr). However, in this article, we aim to provide guidance to the general public regarding a common question: how many solar panels are required for a 1.5 ton AC? The answer to this question is relative in several ways. Let’s break down the key considerations:
How many Solar panels do you need to run a 1.5 ton AC?
Regarding the selections for both the AC and the solar panels, the most important thing for you to keep an eye on would be the wattage. However, there are other multiple factors which have to be considered when it comes to the number of panels, which is necessary for the operation of 1.5-ton AC. Here are some factors:
1) Type of AC
Among these, one of the key factors is the type of air conditioning being used in the house whereby the inverter AC uses less electricity than the non-inverter/conventional ACs. it is necessary to find out how many solar panels are on average needed to power a 1.5 ton AC , it will be essential to assess how much power it uses.
2) Solar panels capacity
From these it was observed that the types of Air Conditioner used in different houses use Electricity in varying manner; where inverter AC used electricity in less amount as compared to non-inverter /conventional AC. To find out how many panels are needed to power a 1.5 ton AC, calculations need to be done on the watt hours. You can start with determining how much electricity is consumed by the AC.
However, before moving to the required wattage scenario, it is to remember that stating that the specific solar panel is 440 watts or 545 watts, and so on, does not necessarily guarantee an output of 100%. The expected capacity of energy can be at least 70% of nominal output power in an average solar panel. This is another shock that one has to undergo when attempting to look at the number of solar panels that would be required in order to power a 1. 5 ton AC. For example, a 440-watt and 545-watt solar panel will produce:
440 *0.70 = 308W
545 * 0.70 = 381.5W
3) 1.5 ton inverter AC
On average, a 1.5 ton AC has 1800 watts of power consumption. Secondly if you turn your eye on the solar inverter, you will require a 2.5 kVA grid inverter. Considering the actual output of a solar panel’s capacity, a 440-watt solar panel generates only 308 watts; therefore, you would require 6 pieces of 440-watt solar panels to power a 1. 5 ton inverter AC. This indicates if you can make the size of the panel larger, then the number of panels that would be required decreases. For instance, if you use 545-watt panels, you would need approximately 5 solar panels to run a 1.5 ton inverter AC on your solar system. On average, peak solar production remains for 4 hours (depends on geographical location of installation) in Lahore.
4) Solar Panel Efficiency
The conversion efficiency of the solar panels is one of the features, through which the capacity of the panel to generate energy is determined. Solar panels are devices which capture the sun’s energy and the system comprises many panels, efficiency of the panel depends on types of the panels and their direction towards sun.
Solar Irradiance
Radiance further means the quantity of solar radiation reaching a defined area in a given time. Areas that have high solar intensity means those receive higher levels of light and this will impact on the functioning of solar panels.
Factors affecting performance
Solar panel systems can maintain peak performance as long as:
- Use high-efficiency solar panels.
- Select the appropriate direction for your solar panel setup. South-facing roofs provide 10% better efficiency than north-facing ones.
- Minimise shading and maximise sun.
- Optimise roof space. A 3kW system would need 17 to 21 square metres of roof area.
- Keep the panels clean, adjust for seasonal variations (more on that later), and do routine solar panel maintenance.
- Space out the panels from the roof for cooling in the case of on-roof rather than in-roof panels (7 inches between the panel and the roof can be ideal).
- Use a good battery. Newer batteries are more efficient and offer better value for the money you pay.
DSG Services – Your solution
If you are interested in buying a solar panel system and want to know what the best price is for your needs and installation, DSG Services are here to assist. It might be difficult to locate a reliable solar panel installation, which is why we provide the most affordable costs straight from reputable MCS-accredited installers in your local area. With just a few easy clicks, you can begin saving on your air conditioning costs. Contact us and rest assured that you’ll receive the best solar energy solutions in Pakistan.