Benefits of a power optimisers + string inverter

What benefits do power optimisers + a string inverter offer over just using a string inverter?

Asked by Lou on 25th Oct 2022
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"Benefits of power optimizers include electrical safety and increased efficiency"
Answered on 25th Oct 2022 - Member since Feb 2022 - report
"Power optimiser will regulate the voltage down to 230v. The jury is still out as to whether this is a worthwhile investment. If the grid voltage exceed 248v then this might be a suitable solution"
Answered on 25th Oct 2022 - Member since Mar 2017 - report
"Optimisers they are only needed if you have alot of shading in the desired install location as the optimisers job is to only have the fully shaded panels turn off instead of all the panels on that string. People often get confused and think they increase production but this is not the case."
Answered on 3rd Dec 2025 - Member since Nov 2025 - report
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