Is it time to disconnect? Turn off the generator? Reduce your energy costs?
Solar Power for Off-Grid Applications can empower your lifestyle. You can Live Anywhere (the sun shines)!
Off-grid solar systems are designed to produce and store electricity without connecting to a local power grid. The most off-grid system configurations are created using a combination of solar panels, solar charge controller, inverter and a battery bank. Fuel based generators are added as a secondary source of power. The size of your off-grid system will depend on the amount of power needed to operate all the electrical devices and equipment.
Nova offers customized Solar Power Systems for Off-Grid applications. We’ll guide you through the process of moving off-grid with either a pre-built off-grid power kit or designing you a custom system that would best suit your application.
Solar Systems for Seasonal Cabins, RVs and Mobile Applications
**** Starting at $2,995 ****
Power Source(s):
- 600W Solar Array (complete with racking for roof or frame mounting)
- (For optional 1,000W Cummins gas Inverter Generator, add $1,200)
Power Management:
- 40A MPPT Solar Charge Controller with LCD Display
- 1,500W, 120V Inverter with 50A Battery Charger
- Rated Fuses / Protection Devices
Power Storage:
- 2,784W Battery Bank (1,392W avail.) @ 12V
- Battery Interconnection Cables and Accessories
(Will support lights, computers, hair dryer and other small appliances!)
Solar Systems for Tiny Home or Small Full-Time Cabin
**** Starting at $6,950 ****
Power Source(s):
- 1,200W Solar Array (complete with racking for roof or frame mounting)
- (For optional 2,500W Cummins gas Inverter Generator, add $1,900)
Power Management:
- 60A MPPT Solar Charge Controller with LCD Display
- 3,000W, 120V Inverter, with 60A Battery Charger
- Rated Fuses / Protection Devices
Power Storage:
- 10,320W Battery Bank (5,160W avail.) @ 24V
- Battery Interconnection Cables and Accessories
(Will support lights, computers, fridge and many small home appliances!)
Solar Systems for large Family Cabin or Full-Time Residence
**** Starting at $13,999 ****
Power Source(s):
- 3,600W Solar Array (complete with racking for roof or frame mounting)
- (For optional 13kW Cummins Propane Generator, add $4,350)
Power Management:
- 100A Magnum MPPT Solar Charge Controller
- 4,400W, 120V Magnum Inverter with 100A Battery Charger & remote
- DC Distribution panel, Rated breakers and protection Devices
Power Storage:
- 20,640W VRE Battery Bank (10,320W avail.) @ 48V
- Battery Interconnection Cables and Accessories
(Will support washing machine and smaller appliances! No high resistive heat loads.)
Solar Systems for Full-Time Large Family Homes or Multiple Dwellings
**** Starting at $39,999 ****
Power Sources(s):
- 8,760W Solar Array (complete with racking for roof or frame mounting)
- 13kW Cummins propane Generator (automatic Additional & Standby power)
Power Management:
- 200A MPPT Solar Charge Controller (2 x Magnum 100A Solar Controllers)
- 8,800W, 120/240V Magnum Inverter System with Advanced Remote
- 100A Battery Charger and Automatic Generator control module
- DC Distribution panel, Rated breakers and protection Devices
Power Storage:
- 43,200W TAB Battery Bank (21,600W avail.) @ 48V
- Battery Interconnection Cables and Accessories
Supports large home appliances such as Washing Machines and clothes dryers!
More About Off-Grid Power Systems
Each kit contains all the components required for stand-alone operation, and are carefully designed and pre-assembled where applicable to allow for Plug-n-Play installations. Some off-grid power systems can be connected to the grid if a suitable Hybrid inverter is used, and with approved rapid shut-down protection and other code-compliant devices in place.
There are various sources of power that can be used in an off-grid system such as solar panels, wind turbines, micro-hydro system, and a fossil fuel based generator. (See “EDUCATION” for further details):
Note: All the Power Source Options require additional hardware and electrical components in order to create an off-grid system.
Power Source Options:
Solar Panel
Size / power options for panel selection in a typical off-grid applications: 100 Watt – 400 Watt.
Typical retail cost (CAD): $0.9 – $1.9 per Watt, depending on quantity, quality and brand name.
Wind Turbine
Non-commercial turbines used in off-grid applications typically range from: 400 Watt – 2000 Watt.
Typical retail cost (CAD): $2.90 – $4.0 per Watt. The wind profile for the location should be determined before selecting.
Wind Turbine
Non-commercial turbines used in off-grid applications typically range from: 400 Watt – 2000 Watt.
Typical retail cost (CAD): $2.90 – $4.0 per Watt. The wind profile for the location should be determined before selecting.
Micro-Hydro
Generators used in non-commercial applications typically range from: 100 Watt – 2000 Watt
Typical retail cost (CAD): $1.90 – $9.0 per Watt, depending on generator size.
Fossil Fuel based generator (used as backup in case of emergencies)
Typical entry level genset for off-grid applications: 13kW Cummins Propane Generator – $4,400.00
Fossil Fuel based generator (used as backup in case of emergencies)
Typical entry level genset for off-grid applications: 13kW Cummins Propane Generator – $4,400.00
Note: All the above Power Source Options require additional hardware and electrical components in order to create an off-grid system