Micro Inverters Function and purpose Converts DC electricity from a single solar module into AC power for connection to the standard electrical grid or local loads. Each module has its own inverter, enabling independent operation and reducing the impact of shading, soiling, or module mismatch on overall system performance. Why you need it Improves energy harvest by avoiding string level losses caused by shading or panel variation. Increases system resiliency; a failure in one module/inverter does not affect other modules. Simplifies wiring and system design by decoupling modules from a centralized string inverter. Compatibility and scope Compatible with standard photovoltaic modules and typical gridtied configurations. Designed for outdoor use with appropriate enclosure protection and environmental sealing. Size, materials, and build Compact and lightweight for easy mounting near the PV modules. Durable enclosure built to withstand outdoor conditions and weather exposure. Performance and safety Delivers efficient DC to AC conversion at the module level for reliable grid interaction. Includes builtin safety features appropriate to module level deployment, supporting safe rapid shutdown and fault isolation where applicable. How it solves common problems Eliminates voltage DC wiring and complex string sizing. Reduces risk of singlepoint failures taking down multiple modules. Enables easier system expansion by adding modules with their own inverters as needed. 23 use scenarios 1) Residential rooftop solar with trees or obstructions causing partial shading; micro inverters minimize energy loss and keep other modules productive. 2) Small commercial rooftops with multiple modules in varied orientations; module level inversion helps balance output and simplifies installation. 3) Retrofit projects adding module level inverters to existing arrays to improve performance, enable modular scaling, or aging string inverter components.