PV as a lightning magnet?!🤔
Solar panels are remarkably durable and can withstand many types of severe weather, including thunder and lightning storms. Solar panels don’t attract lightning and won’t increase your system risk of being hit.
The probability of lightning striking a PV system is actually not higher than that of other buildings.
Modern photovoltaic systems take current lightning protection standards into account in their design in order to minimize potential risks.
It is, however, low possibility for lightning to hit your solar panels. But what happens if lightning strikes your solar panels and how to protect your solar panels from storm damage.
The amount and severity of the damage will depend on how direct the lightning strike is:
– Direct lightning strikes cause the most severe damage. A direct strike can damage your solar panels, inverter, and cables.
– Indirect lightning strikes are more common and less severe. An indirect strike can cause a high-voltage surge in your solar panel system.
But there are ways to protect your system, Two of the most important for lightning protection includes Groundingand surge Protection.
If your solar panels are hit by lightning, you should have them inspected by a professional. Lighting damage can impact your system’s performance and it can also pose a safety risk. It’s important to shut your system down and schedule an inspection with a solar expert immediately after a lightning strike. You may need to repair or replace components of your system and shouldn’t turn your system back on until the necessary repairs have been completed.
Choose AQ Electric for comprehensive services, including system inspections, damage assessment, repairs, and ensuring your system is safeguarded against lightning threats.
For more information and requests you can reach us,,
– Email: Aqatawneh@aqelectric.net
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