Residential Hybrid Solar Power System for the Dominican Republic (Grid Export)

The Dominican Republic benefits from ample sunlight, making solar energy a perfect solution for residential power needs. A hybrid solar power system allows homeowners to generate electricity, store excess power, and export surplus energy to the grid under Net Metering agreements. Here’s an optimized system configuration for homeowners looking to leverage solar energy while exporting excess to the grid.

1. System Overview

For a household with 10 kWh of daily electricity consumption, a 5 kW solar system will generate enough energy and allow for surplus power export. Given that the Dominican Republic receives 5-6 hours of sunlight per day, this system size ensures sufficient generation and grid export.

2. Solar Panels

1. Panel Type: 580W 182mm 16BB 144 Cells N-Type Mono Half-Cell PV Module. These high-efficiency panels offer enhanced performance, especially in high-temperature environments, and are ideal for residential solar systems.
2. Panel Count: With a 580W per panel, 9-10 panels are sufficient to reach the required 5 kW system capacity.

This type of panel offers excellent power output and durability, making it an ideal choice for areas with abundant sunlight.

3. Inverter Selection

For a grid-connected system with battery storage and the ability to export power to the grid, a hybrid inverter is essential. The Amensolar N3H-X5-US Hybrid Inverter is highly recommended:

1. Power Output: 5 kW, which aligns perfectly with the solar panel output.
2. UL 1741 Certification: Ensures the inverter meets safety and grid compliance standards.
3. Net Metering Compatibility: Allows homeowners to export excess power to the grid and earn credits on their electricity bills.

The Amensolar N3H-X5-US inverter manages both solar generation and battery storage, ensuring energy availability even during low solar generation times.

4. Battery Storage

A 10 kWh LiFePO4 battery is ideal for storing excess solar energy. It provides backup power during the night or cloudy days and ensures the household can be energy-independent when needed.

1. Battery Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) offers long lifespan, safety, and high efficiency, making it suitable for residential systems.
2. Roof-Mounted Installation: Panels should face south and be tilted at 25°-30° for optimal sunlight exposure.
3. Ground-Mounted Installation: If roof space is limited, a ground-mounted system is an alternative.

5. System Installation

6. Net Metering and Grid Connection

Homeowners will need to sign a Net Metering agreement with the local utility to export excess power to the grid. This allows them to receive credits for the surplus energy fed back into the grid, reducing overall electricity costs.

Exciting News from Amensolar

We are excited to announce that Amensolar will soon be opening a warehouse in California, enabling us to provide faster delivery times and excellent technical support for customers across the United States, as well as in neighboring countries like the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, and Colombia. Whether you’re ordering from within the U.S. or from surrounding regions, you can expect prompt shipping and responsive customer service. Stay tuned for more details on the showroom opening — we look forward to welcoming you!