You will use this information to determine the size of solar power system you will need.
Solar panel appliances calculator.
Tvs computers and other devices left plugged in but not turned on still draw power.
To estimate the number of hours that a refrigerator actually operates at its maximum wattage divide the total time the refrigerator is plugged in by three.
Open or download the excel spreadsheet.
However for the most accurate information look on your appliance to find its wattage rating or it amperage rating and then multiply that by its voltage to approximate its wattage.
To the right will appear typical wattage values for the appliance you selected.
Only enter data into the pale orange columns.
Off grid solar system sizing calculator note.
Off grid solar load calculator one of the most important things to do before going solar is to calculate the amount of electricity you are currently using.
Our solar load calculator can help you calculate your system load.
The solar panel calculator then estimates how much your total appliance power requirement is per day and suggests products and equipment that will help you meet those needs.
Select appliance size power in watts hrs day total kwh select ac window 10k btu ac window 12k btu ac window 6 5k btu cell phone charger clothes dryer gas clothes dryer electric coffee maker computer w 17 in.
Monitor de humidifier dishwasher cool dry dishwasher hot dry electric blanket.
Select the appliances from this drop down menu.