Solar Panel Installation Calculator
Last updated: 2026-08-24
Solar Panel Installation Calculator — Solar PV system sizing based on consumption and peak sun hours.
Inputs
Result
Enter values and press Calculate
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How to use it
- Calculate power necessary: 15 kWh ÷ 4.5 HSP = 3.33 kW = 3333W
- Consider pérdidas 20%: 3333W × 1.20 = 4000W
- Calculate paneles: 4000W ÷ 450W = 8.89 → 9 paneles
- Baterías 1 day: 15 kWh × 1.20 = 18 kWh (Consider depth descarga 50%: 36 kWh)
Common mistakes
- ⚠️ Not Consider pérdidas of the system (inversor, cables, temperature)
- ⚠️ Dimensionar batteries without Consider depth of descarga
- ⚠️ Not orientar paneles correctly (sur in hemisferio norte)
Worked example
Calculate solar installation for daily consumption of 15 kWh with 4.5 HSP.
To {consumption_diario_kwh} kWh/day with {hsp_dia} HSP need {power_total_w}W of paneles ({paneles_ud} paneles of {power_panel_w}W). Baterías: {capacity_kwh} kWh to 1 day.
Input guide
| Field | Typical range |
|---|---|
| consumo_diario_kwh | Consumo average diario of the vivienda |
| potencia_panel_w | Paneles comerciales: 350-550W |
| hsp_dia | Horas Sol Pico according to ubicación: 3-6 HSP/día |