PLEASE BE AWARE OF OTHER COMPANIES SELLING 'PLUG IN SOLAR' KITS, WITH THE FINAL CONNECTION BEING MADE BY PLUG AND SOCKET. THIS IS AGAINST THE UK'S IET REGULATIONS AND IS POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS FOR USE IN THE HOME IN THIS MANNER. WE ENSURE OUR KITS USE G98 CERTIFIED PRODUCTS AND ABIDE BY ALL UK REGULATIONS.
Plug-In Solar is a Grid-Tied solar power system, which generates FREE electricity to power appliances in your New Build.
This Plug-In Solar kit has been specifically assembled to help developers meet Part L Building Regulations and SAP (Standard Assessment Procedure) calculations for new builds/self builds/offices/conversions or extensions in the UK.
The installation of renewables, such as solar energy, in new build housing across Scotland is helping building developers meet demanding new building regulations, specifically Standard 6.1. Using a Plug-In Solar New Build Kit to meet these new Scottish regulations is a simple solution, that can also add value to new homes.
Plug-In Solar kits, such as this one, contain EVERYTHING you need to complete your own Solar PV installation WITHOUT the need for a dedicated installation team.*
Why Choose a Plug-In Solar DIY Solar Kit?
Plug-In Solar has a number of advantages over a ‘conventional’ Solar systems:
Low Cost – Small InvestmentNo Labour Costs – Do It YourselfSimple DIY Assembly with No Experience Required (All AC wiring)No EPC Inspections NecessaryNo MCS Certification RequiredPlug-In Solar Kits can be expanded at any timeChoose your own location for your Plug-In Solar installationNo Requirement for a Dedicated Installation Team (final connection and sign off by a qualified electrician is required [1])
What is included in a Plug-In Solar Kit?
MCS certified All Black Monocrystalline Solar Panels (440W minimum)
(Individual solar panel dimensions are approximately 1,762mm x 1,134mm x 30mm)
Solar Panel upgrades available.
NEW G98 certified Enphase IQ8MC Micro-InvertersEnphase Q CablesEnphase Branch Terminator (End Cap)Enphase Envoy S Standard Monitoring UnitAC Cable Connector2M AC Extension CableRoof Mount Kit for Tile or Slate Roof (please specify your type of tile/slate when placing your order)Solar PV Warning Labels SheetPlug In Solar Installation Manual (via email)Building Control Documentation Pack (via email)G98 Commissioning Pack (via email) (all kits with more than 2 Solar Panels)*Surge protection is embedded into the Enphase Micro-Inverters, but you must ensure that any additional surge protection is provided (if necessary) to meet the IET Wiring Regulations.
When installing on Slate Roofs, or Sarking Roofs, the Genuis SolarFlash is recommended. This is NOT included in the price of this kit, so please ask us if you wish to add this upgrade to your order. One Genius SolarFlash Kit is required for every roof hook within the installation.
Installing a Plug-In Solar kit requires NO experience, and is a simple plug and play assembly. You don’t need to be a qualified electrician, just a ‘skilled person’ [1]. You can install your Plug-In Solar kit in the GARDEN, on the PATIO, SHED, PERGOLA, WORKSHOP, GARAGE, STABLE, BEACH HUT, SUMMER HOUSE, OFFICE or HOUSE roof. Anywhere with a mains grid connection. It’s up to you.
The Plug-In Solar Advantage
With standard Solar PV kits, electricity generation is dependent on the panel that is performing the worst. These types of systems will will not perform well with panels that are oriented in multiple directions or if panel shading is an issue.Our Plug-In Solar Kits use Micro-Inverters to take full advantage of the production capability of each individual solar panel, regardless of shade or orientation to the sun. This ensures each panel can produce the maximum power and is not affected by the performance of another panel in the array.The Plug-In Solar System is flexible, and modular so you can design a kit to fit your current budget and energy needs, and expand it later as you wish.
Plug-In Solar System Monitoring
Plug In Solar Kits use the Enphase Enlighten Monitoring Platform, which offers FREE, per panel monitoring via a Web Browser or the Enphase App. This gives you the assurance that your Plug In Solar Kit is performing as expected. With the Enphase Enlighten System you can easily verify system health and performance by the click of a button.
Plug-In Solar Kit – System Commissioning
Our kits include ALL the G98 documentation required to commission your installation with your local DNO, as well as step by step instructions on the process.
PLUG-IN SOLAR KIT COMPONENTS
The Solar Panel
Each Plug-in Solar kit is supplied with 440W All Black MCS certified Monocrystalline solar panel/s. Each solar panel has a 25 year manufacturer’s warranty and a 25 year 80% power performance guarantee.
The Enphase Micro-Inverter
This Plug In Solar Kit is supplied with the NEW G98 certified Enphase IQ8MC Micro-Inverters. The Micro-Inverters convert direct current (DC) produced by the solar panels into alternating current (AC) for use in your home. As such, they form the heart of the Plug-in Solar Kit. The Enphase Micro-Inverter has a 25 year manufacturer guarantee.
The Tile/Slate Roof Mount Kit
The Plug In Solar Kit comes with a simple to install roof mounting kit to allow you to fix to a Garage, shed, house, stable or any other outbuilding with a tiled or slate roof. These are warrantied for 10 years. Please let us know the type of Tile/Slate you have on your roof at the time of placing an order.
The AC Isolator
This Plug-In Solar Kit includes two, 20A, 4-Pole, Lockable Isolator AC Isolators designed for Solar Installations.
The Generation Meter
This Plug-In Solar Kit includes an MCS Certified Single Phase Generation Meter to allow you to monitor the energy generation of your solar installation.
All components within the Plug In Solar kit comply fully with the G98 requirements and have MCS certifications, where applicable. All certifications/warranties available on request
Can I upgrade my Plug-In Solar Kit?
All of our kits are available for upgrade to a higher wattage solar panel.
You can also add solar energy battery storage to this Plug-In Solar kit by adding an Enphase 5P Battery Module. These are modular battery units that can be daisy chained in order to achieve the storage capacity you require.
If you have any other bespoke requirements for this kit, we will be happy to accommodate your needs.
Important Information
*Free UK Delivery excludes Isle of Man, Channel Islands, Isle of Wight, Isles of Scilly, Northern Ireland, and the Scottish Highlands. For orders that require a delivery vehicle smaller than an HGV, additional delivery charges will apply.
**The 25 Year Warranty applies to the Solar Panels and the Enphase Micro-Inverter system. The Mounting System is covered by a 12 year warranty only.
In the UK solar panels rarely produce power at the rated output due to sun angle, time of year, as well as environmental, electrical, cabling, soiling and thermal losses (around 15% in total). As such our kits have been designed with a moderate DC:AC ratio so the system will produce energy earlier in the day, later into the evenings, and perform better on cloudy days. This means more energy is produced at these times, which is beneficial in the UK climate.
[1] All electrical work must comply with The IET Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems, and the 18th Edition of the IET Wiring Regulations.
[2] Installers must ensure that the property’s electricity supply is suitable for the connection of the additional demand and generation of the system being installed.
[3] It is a requirement that you abide by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, when undertaking the installation of a Plug-In Solar Kit.
[4] All work on your property must comply with the latest Building Regulations in the UK. The ability of the existing roof to carry the load (weight) of the solar panels will need to be checked and proven. Some strengthening work may be needed. It is your responsibility to check this and undertake/organise appropriate works as necessary.
[5] You may require planning permission for your Solar installation. It is your responsibility to check. If you are in any doubt, contact your local planning department or visit the Online Planning Portal for further advice.
[6] Under G98 regulations, you must Commission your Plug In Solar Installation with your Distribution Network Operator (DNO) with 28 days of completion of the installation. We provide ALL the G98 documentation required to commission your installation with your DNO, as well as step by step instructions on the process.
[7] Installations are undertaken at the customer’s own risk. Plug In Solar Ltd accepts no liability for any loss, damage or injury resulting from the installation. The Installation manuals provided are to be used as a guide only, and your discretion must be used when installing a Plug In Solar Kit. Plug In Solar Ltd take no responsibility for the incorrect installation of our product. You MUST follow ALL local regulations and abide by ALL necessary health and safety codes. You MUST consult a professional in the appropriate field if you are in doubt about any aspect of the installation.
*Over a 20 year period. Calculations undertaken using Solar Guide PV Calculator and the Energy Saving Trust cost and saving facility.
**Based on A-Rated (or higher) appliances. Specific appliances ratings and equipment age will affect energy consumption and these examples are guidelines only. Appliance consumption information from Center for Sustainable Energy
The Solar Panels, Micro-Inverters, mounts and fixings supplied with your kit may not match those shown in the photographs but will be of an equal or better standard.