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  1. Started by hom,

    Hi, Does PVSOL incorporate extra irradiance that the building gets when its closer to the sea? If not is there a way to add this in PVSOL? Location : Vallavikvegen, 1122 Vallavik

  2. Hi, we are interested in using photogrammetric mesh models created using Agisoft Metashape in PV Solar. However, the maximum dimensions of our model seem to be completely out of range (see image_1.jpg). Once located, the dimensions look fine (see image_2.jpg). Unfortunately, we still can't change anything like rotation angle as it always produces an error message (see image_3.jpg). Therefore, what export options do you suggest for Metashape, particularly regarding coordinate reference system? Thanks a lot in advance!

  3. Started by Ahmad Elghobashy,

    Hi All, I am running a simulation with PVsol and it is required to calculate the performance ratio for the system to compare between different systems, in the result screen I got a PR equal to 79.6% Although in the energy balance I got a rated PV energy= 139,303 kWh And AC output minus standby = 114,960 kWh when manually divide both I got a PR= 82.5% IS this formula correct? and how the program calculate the PR in the result screen? and how can that be justified by the numbers in the energy balance sheet? see attached pictures for illustration

  4. Hello, Is it possible for each LID and soiling to be displayed in presentation seperately?

  5. Sicher eine einfache Frage, aber wie kann ich bei einem Flachdach mit Staffelgeschoss sowohl Dachfläche als auch Deckfläche des Geschoss 1 ( in Schiefer dargestellt ) mit aufgeständerten Modulen belegen? Die Deckfläche Geschoss 1 lässt sich auch nicht markieren (wie die Dachfläche oder Fassade). Beim Versuch dies zu lösen indem ich das Staffelgeschoss als zweite Dachfläche anzulegen bekomme ich folgenden Fehler: Vielen Dank.

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  6. Below is a screenshot of production when I used PVGIS weather data. for Norway, normally april is lower than may june july but when i used PVGIS weather for pvsol it shows like this, can anyone explain???

  7. Started by Alex Muller,

    Hi there, I have been trying to add a battery that is not currently on the data base. I am however not 100% sure if I have entered the battery specs properly specifically in the Capacity Characteristic section. I notice that when selecting a battery system in a PVSol project, Usable Battery Energy is shown at C10. I also noticed that the Ah rating from the battery spec sheets are inserted into the C10 input of the Capacity Characteristic section in the battery database. I would just like to know what the reason is behind this. The battery that I am trying to add is a Freedom Won Lite Commercial HV LifePO4 200/160 - https://www.freedomwon.co.za/wp-content/u…

  8. Started by Marielle,

    Hi! Don´t know if this is the right forum to ask but the staff can´t answer over the phone so I try here. Does anyone know what data the calcuations of avoiding carbon dioxide emissions in PV*Sol is used? Or where I can get in contact with someone who might know? Or where else to search for it? Kind regards Marielle

  9. Started by SaPr,

    Hello, I have a problem with hourly values in output .csv file. For example, the sum of all hourly values of grid feed-in in one month is multiple times bigger then total grid feed-in kWh value for that same month. If I do this with minute values the problem is same, and total sum of all minute values for one month is different then hourly values sum.

  10. Started by Amir,

    Greetings, dear team! Regarding the surface usage factor within the software, can we say that this factor is the same as the ground coverage ratio (GCR)? Because their concept seems to be the same. Regards

  11. Started by Rahil,

    Is there a way to know or determine the length of the DC cable used on the roof design? It would be interesting to know what the total length of the cable is in order to determine the system cost. Thanks!

  12. Started by TimTU,

    Hi, When i want to insert a load profile, based on hour data, i get the following error: " No read permission of the file". Am I doing something wrong? I changed the format multiple times. Could someone help me? Thanks in advance! Tim voorbeeld gebruikt 1.0.csv Voorbeeld gebruik.csv

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  13. Hello, PVSol forum! Is it possible to add the total kWp for this dialog box somewhere inside the box, preferably at the top? See example below.

  14. Started by Arne G.,

    Hi, we are challenged by PVsol not accepting CSV or TXT file, when loading prfile. We have other CSV files where it works fine. Cheers Arne G.

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  15. Started by SaPr,

    Hi, Today this issue came up, when I try to change any value in any dialog box of 3D visualisation the value is instantly changed to max value, like 10000000. This problem is identical if I load some old project and try to change some values. Regards, Leo

  16. Started by Prosolar,

    Hey As usual i made a project in PVsol. I saved the project to go make some dinner. When i return to my laptop and reopen the project the majority of the panels have for some reason be realigned. I've never tried this before and I didn't even know it was possible for the modules to realign after placement? Is there a way now to realign the modules back to there original placement before the mishap or is this some weird bug there is no way to change now? I have attached two pictures. One showing the picture of the saved project and another of picture that shows what it looks like when i open the project.

  17. Started by Sunfactor,

    Hello I need to be able to extract production's data in excel data format. That is, the data used in PVSol, to draw up the production forecast graf. Excel data has to be used to draw a new graph in Excel, that compares the forecast in relation to the current historical electricity consumption.

  18. What is the best drone and software for making 3d models to import in PvSol?

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  19. Hi, Is there any plan to add three voltage efficiency data points? This will help to improve the accuracy and helps users to verify the efficiency data based on IEC 61683 certificate values. Minimum 3 voltage efficiency testing is mandatory as per IEC. Some manufacturers also do it for 4 voltage values. I have attached an IEC certificate for your reference. SMA_SHP100_150_UNBED_IEC61683_eng_U20-0064.pdf

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  20. Started by Richie,

    Hello. I would like to know how precise are the production forecast data for bifacial solar panels? Since there are so many things that can impact the production, like the albedo. height and angle of solar panels. I could only get like +10% more production. But the ads say you could get up to 30% but I'm not sure how you could get that.

  21. Started by LukasBucki,

    I cant find Deye Batteries anymore. I found and used them yesterday but now they are gone. How can i fix this problem?

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  22. Started by flex,

    I receive many project files with DWG files and drawings of building sites. In order to run simulations in PV*SOL I have to manually draw up every project and place obstacles in PV*SOL. Is there a way to import CAD drawings/ files into PV*SOL similar to the maps function? i am waiting to haer from you kind regards, Ali

  23. Started by TurtlesOG,

    Dear all, I'm trying to learn how to design a carport but I have no clue on how to even start doing it. I searched in the forum related topics but with no sucess. Anyone has any tips? carport example: Thank you all!

  24. Started by fpWE,

    Hello, In my company, we intend to hire another designer. Is there any purchase plan for companies that prevents us from buying a full PV*Sol Premium licence? My regards, Felipe

  25. Started by Frankensolar,

    I have some net metering projects where i have a maximum kW allowable to feed-in to the grid. i'd like to configure the system with a 11.4 kW inverter but limit the ability to export only 5 kW. How can i achieve this in PV Sol?

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