Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Systems: A Handbook of Recommended Design Practices

Presents recommended design practices for stand-alone photovoltaic (PV) systems. System-level tradeoffs necessary for any PV application are discussed. The report describes a system sizing method that can be completed without access to a computer, instructions and blank worksheets, and 15 specific examples of PV systems designed to meet a wide range of applications. Each example includes sizing, design, hardware specifications, installation description, and cost information.