Best Solar Backup System in Kenya

What a Solar Backup System Is Actually Made Of

"Solar backup system" isn't one product -- it's four components that have to be sized correctly together:

• Solar panel(s) — Generate power during daylight; total wattage needed depends on what you're running and for how long.
• Charge controller (MPPT) — Regulates charging from the panel to the battery -- undersizing this is a common, costly mistake.
• Battery — Stores power for use at night or during an outage; capacity (Ah) determines how long you can run on stored power alone.
• Inverter — Converts stored battery power into usable AC electricity for normal appliances.
• Correct sizing — All four components need to be matched to your actual load -- an oversized panel with an undersized battery, or vice versa, wastes money without solving the problem.

Common questions

How do I know what size system I need?

By working out your actual power load (what you want to keep running, and for how long) and sizing panels, battery and inverter to match -- not by picking components separately and hoping they fit.

Can I add solar panels to an existing backup/UPS setup?

Often yes, depending on the existing inverter and controller's compatibility -- worth an assessment before buying more panels.

How long do solar batteries last?

It varies by battery type and how well it's maintained (avoiding deep discharge, correct charging) -- expect a meaningful difference between a well-maintained and a neglected battery.

Can Qyvea size a system for my specific needs?

Yes -- tell us what you want to keep running and we'll size the panel, controller, battery and inverter to match rather than guessing.