The global solar micro inverter market is growing due to the increasing awareness about Module Level Power Electronics (MLPE) technology.
Increasing demand for clean energy is driving the growth of the solar market. Hence, several companies are developing solar micro-inverters. However, the first microinverter was developed by Enphase Energy. Microinverters also last longer as they are not exposed to heat loads and high power.
Moreover, there is no single point of failure in the solar micro inverter, which means the whole system remains unaffected even if one panel has a fault. Companies have also started building smart micro-inverters which are fully networked, software-defined inverters. These micro-inverters are being developed with advanced grid function. With an ability to provide grid support service through software updates.
According to the report by Trends market research, the global solar micro inverter market is growing due to the increasing awareness about Module Level Power Electronics (MLPE) technology. The North America solar micro inverter market is projected to dominate the market, registering XX% CAGR during 2018-2025. Owing to the low cost of microinverters and increasing installation of PV in China, APEJ region is estimated to register XX% CAGR between 2018 and 2025. While Japanese solar micro inverter market is anticipated to reach XX% CAGR during 2018-2025. Moreover, the sales of a micro-inverter for integration purpose is growing, hence the integrated modules are witnessing the rise in demand.
Innovative technologies to transform solar microinverters
Microinverters have adopted a system to work in changing environmental conditions, hence they can optimize the power conversion process. By implementing various technologies, companies are able to provide better system improving reliability and efficiency. For instance, Enphase Energy, a micro-inverter specialist recently introduced new IQ microinverter. It is easier to install as it is XX% lighter. To reduce its size, the company has used the double-insulated non-corroding polymeric enclosure. The integration possibilities of IQ microinverter has been increased as it includes smart solar modules, i.e. Enphase Energized AC Modules.
A lot of innovation is taking place in the micro-inverter industry. For example, Tesla has launched a solar roof. This solar roof consists of the powerwall battery, turning sunlight into electricity. The solar roof is made of tempered glass tiles and these tiles are stronger than non-solar tiles and regular plate glass.
Market segmentation by system type
On the basis of system type, the market is categorised into Stand Alone Micro Inverter Systems and Micro Inverters sold for integration purposes, named as integrated systems. The integrated modules are becoming the face of PV modules and rising demand of the same is reinforcing the sales of micro-inverter for integration purposes
LG introduces two new neon models to enhance power generation
LG has launched two new neon modules. LG Neon R helps energy generation by using 100 per cent of the cell area, improving temperature performance. It produces XX% more power and has 365W per panel rating. The LG Neon R uses N-type cells coated in phosphorus. This ensures maximum power output and reduces degradation. LG Neon 2 Ace comes with improved temperature performance and easy installation process, where a user just needs to connect a cable. Instead of busbars, LG Neon 2 Ace uses cello technology.
Huawei Technology has also developed a smart inverter solution known as FusionHome Smart Energy Solution. It uses advanced multi-level topology including more silicon semiconductors. It includes one-click start-up configuration, conducting system health check-up. The new system provides a fully connected smart home service, including smart PV cloud-based home energy management system. The system analysis all the PV models and generates a diagnosis report automatically.
Key players
Some of the major players in the global solar micro inverter market that are covered in this report are: Enphase Energy Inc., Altenergy Power Systems Inc., SMA Solar Technology AG, BB Ltd., SunPower Corporations, Darfon Electronics Corporation, Northern Electric and Power Co. Ltd., Sparq Systems, Chilicon Power,LLC, iEnergy Co. Ltd.
