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Solar Batteries and Energy Storage

Solar Batteries and Energy Storage

Learn about solar battery types, storage technologies, sizing, and practical tips to increase energy independence and optimize your PV system.

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How Solar PV Systems Work

How Solar PV Systems Work

Learn the inner workings of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, including panels, inverters, batteries, and system design for homes and businesses.

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Wiring and Electrical Safety for Solar Systems

Wiring and Electrical Safety for Solar Systems

Learn how to wire solar panels and inverters safely, follow electrical codes, and prevent hazards during installation.

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Complete Step-by-Step Solar PV Installation Guide for South Africa

Complete Step-by-Step Solar PV Installation Guide for South Africa

Learn how to install a solar PV system from start to finish, including site assessment, equipment selection, mounting, wiring, inverter setup, and testing.

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Can You Install Solar Yourself in South Africa? – Complete 2026 DIY Rules

Can You Install Solar Yourself in South Africa? – Complete 2026 DIY Rules

Exactly what South African homeowners are allowed to do themselves in 2026 – mounting panels, running cables, final connection rules, CoC requirements and real cost savings.

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Latest Solar Product Reviews

ARTSolar AR550M 550W review

ARTSolar AR550M 550W review

550W monocrystalline PERC panel. 100% manufactured in SA. 12/25-year warranty.

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Victron VE.Direct Cable 3m review

Victron VE.Direct Cable 3m review

Genuine Dutch 3m VE.Direct cable. RJ45 straight-through. Connects MPPT, BMV, SmartShunt to GX devices. 5-year warranty. Plug-and-play monitoring.

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JA Solar JAM54S30 review

JA Solar JAM54S30 review

440W monocrystalline PERC half-cut panel with 20.7% efficiency. Ideal for urban rooftops with partial shading. 12/30-year warranty.

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Hubble AM-5 review

Hubble AM-5 review

5.12kWh fully usable (100% DoD). 1C discharge. Stack up to 15 units for 76.8kWh. Hubble Cloud app with real-time monitoring. Payback in 3.8–4.5 years.

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JA Solar DeepBlue 4.0 review

JA Solar DeepBlue 4.0 review

550W N-type TOPCon bifacial panel with 21.3% efficiency. Up to 20% rear-side yield. 12/30-year warranty.

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