1. What is a Solar Generator to Power House Calculator?

Definition: This calculator estimates the size of solar generator needed based on your home's power load.

Purpose: It helps homeowners and solar installers determine the appropriate generator size for reliable power backup.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( G \) — Generator size (kW)
• \( H \) — Home load (kW)

Explanation: The home load is multiplied by 1.2 to provide a 20% buffer for efficiency losses and unexpected power surges.

3. Importance of Proper Generator Sizing

Details: Correct sizing ensures reliable power during outages, prevents generator overload, and optimizes system cost and efficiency.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your home's average or peak load in kilowatts (kW). The value must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why multiply by 1.2?
A: The 20% buffer accounts for efficiency losses, startup surges, and future power needs.

Q2: How do I find my home's load?
A: Check your utility bills for average usage, or sum the wattage of all essential appliances you want to power.

Q3: Should I use peak or average load?
A: Size for peak load if you want to run everything simultaneously, or average load for essential circuits only.

Q4: Does this include battery storage?
A: No, this calculates generator size only. Battery capacity depends on how long you need backup power.

Q5: Is this suitable for whole-house backup?
A: Yes, if you enter your home's total load. For partial backup, enter only the load of circuits you want to power.