What is a 40kW Solar System?

These are complete PV power systems that can work for a home or business, with everything you need to get the system up and running. The kits include hardware components only; does NOT include labor. A 40kW Solar Kit can require over 2,300 square feet of space. This 40kW system provides 40,000 watts of DC direct current power.

How do I build a 40 kilowatt solar system?

It’s called net metering and it's the main way in which a 40 kilowatt solar system pays for itself. Grid-tie systems are the simplest in terms of components of a kit. You only need solar panels and an inverter. To build a 40000 watt solar system you would need from 60 to 130 PV modules, depending on their wattage.

How much space does a 40kW Solar System need?

A 40kW Solar Kit can require over 2,300 square feet of space. This 40kW system provides 40,000 watts of DC direct current power. This could produce an estimated 3,200 to 5,600 kilowatt hours (kWh) of alternating current (AC) power per month, assuming at least 5 sun hours per day with the solar array facing South.

How much does a 40kW Solar System cost?

Buy the lowest cost 40kW solar kit priced from $1.15 to $1.90 per watt with the latest, most powerful solar panels, module optimizers, or micro-inverters.

Should you install a 40kW Solar System with batteries?

The problem with a 40kw solar system with batteries is getting storage of a capacity that is large enough. Battery storage provides backup during power outages in the grid. However, it’s going to greatly increase your expenses. Ground-based systems are cheaper to install than rooftop ones.