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Illustrative solar & telecom scenarios

Learn how the platform is used for OnGrid, OffGrid, hybrid, and telecom projects—with generic, educational scenarios only.

Disclaimer: The scenarios below are illustrative. They describe typical use cases and methodologies and are not based on any single real project or third-party report. No proprietary data, real company names, or copyrighted case study content is used. Outcomes and numbers are generic. For your project, always rely on qualified engineering and local regulations.

OnGrid · Commercial

Rooftop PV for a commercial building

Context

A typical use case: sizing a grid-connected PV system for a flat rooftop in a sunny region. The goal was to estimate annual production and choose panel and inverter counts so the system could offset a large share of daytime consumption and feed surplus to the grid.

Approach

The design system was used in Sizing mode with OnGrid and Monthly resolution. The desired DC capacity was entered and the site location set via the map. The output provided suggested panel and inverter counts and cable cross-section. Production was then run with the selected equipment to obtain monthly and yearly energy estimates. The Financial tab was used to review high-level cost indicators when the option was enabled.

Outcome

The team had a clear basis for component selection and production expectations. Monthly breakdown helped align the system with seasonal consumption patterns. Results were used internally for feasibility and were not a substitute for detailed engineering or grid connection studies.

Key takeaways

  • OnGrid sizing with location and capacity gives a solid starting point for commercial rooftops.
  • Monthly production curves help match supply to typical demand profiles.
  • Always validate sizing and economics with local standards and a qualified installer.

OffGrid · Telecom

Solar power for a remote telecom site

Context

Telecom sites in areas without reliable grid supply need autonomous power. This scenario illustrates sizing a standalone PV + battery system for a base station with a known daily load and required autonomy (e.g. several days of backup).

Approach

OffGrid was selected in the design form. The desired DC capacity and site coordinates were entered to use location-specific irradiance. The sizing result included panel count, inverter count, battery and charge controller suggestions, and cable recommendation. Production mode was used to check seasonal variation and ensure winter months still met the load profile. Autonomy and load assumptions were aligned with typical telecom practice (24/7 load, critical backup hours).

Outcome

The platform delivered a consistent bill of materials and production estimates. Engineers used the output as an input to their own detailed design and procurement, including site-specific safety and redundancy. No real site data or proprietary operator information was used in this example.

Key takeaways

  • OffGrid sizing with location is well suited to telecom and other remote applications.
  • Review battery and charge controller suggestions against your autonomy and load profile.
  • Use production curves to stress-test seasonal performance, especially in low-sun months.

Hybrid

Hybrid system for a small business

Context

A business with grid connection wanted to increase self-consumption and have backup during outages. A hybrid setup—grid-tied PV with battery storage—was considered to store excess solar and discharge during peak hours or grid failure.

Approach

The platform was used to size the PV side and review production with the chosen resolution (e.g. monthly or daily). Battery and charge controller suggestions from the sizing output (when applicable) or from equipment lists were used to scope the storage side. Production and, where available, economic outputs helped compare different capacities. The team interpreted results in the context of local tariffs and backup requirements.

Outcome

Stakeholders had a clearer view of expected production and how it could pair with storage. The exercise highlighted the importance of load profile, tariff structure, and backup duration in hybrid design. Final design and compliance remained with the project engineers.

Key takeaways

  • Hybrid design benefits from both production estimates and storage sizing from the same toolset.
  • Align battery size with real backup needs and tariff/self-consumption goals.
  • Regulatory and grid connection rules must be checked locally for hybrid installations.

OnGrid · Residential / Small-scale

Residential rooftop production estimate

Context

A homeowner or small installer wanted to estimate energy production for a proposed rooftop array. The aim was to compare different panel options and get a monthly breakdown to discuss with the utility or installer.

Approach

Relevant panels and inverters were added in Solar Equipments. In Production mode, the site was set on the map and equipment selected. Monthly resolution gave a simple view of seasonal yield; switching to daily (when needed) allowed a finer check. Cable and optional components were selected as per the design. No real address or meter data was used—only illustrative location and equipment.

Outcome

The user obtained comparable production estimates for different equipment choices and could see how location and orientation assumptions affected the result. Outputs were used for awareness and planning only; actual installation and grid agreements were handled offline.

Key takeaways

  • Production mode with your own equipment list supports quick comparison of panel/inverter sets.
  • Monthly view is often enough for initial feasibility; daily/hourly can support deeper analysis.
  • Use results as a planning input and always confirm with a qualified installer and utility.

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