Sunlight reaches the module
PV cells convert light into direct-current electricity. Rated watts are measured under standard test conditions; real output changes with irradiance, temperature, shade and dirt.
Myanmar solar energy planning baseline
Solar PV, Inverter and Battery Information & System Design
Explore a preliminary 3–1,000 kW configuration. Final string design, protection, structure and interconnection require a licensed engineer and a site survey.
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QUICK ESTIMATE
Adjust the five inputs for an initial array, inverter and battery estimate. Use Detailed sizing for location, equipment, wiring and a bill of materials.
Installed array5.50 kWp10 × 550 W modules
Nominal battery21.7 kWhbefore project-specific reserve
Inverter minimum5.0 kWsingle-phase candidate
Indicative roof area29 m²includes 15% access allowance
Annual PV energy7,975 kWhpreliminary planning estimate
Hybrid mode supports solar self-use, battery backup and grid or generator input.
Solar power basics
How sunlight becomes usable electricity
MPPT captures available power
The inverter continuously adjusts PV voltage and current to operate near the array's maximum power point.
The inverter supplies AC power
DC becomes synchronized AC for appliances, motors and distribution boards. A hybrid inverter can also charge a battery and coordinate the grid or generator.
Energy is used, stored or exported
Loads normally use solar first. Surplus may charge the battery or export where permitted; shortages come from the battery, grid or generator according to control settings.
Basic production estimateDaily energy ≈ array kWp × peak-sun-hours × performance ratio
5.5 kWp × 5.0 h × 0.78 ≈ 21.5 kWh/dayIllustrative clear-season day; monthly weather changes the result.
Reference configurations
Six scalable system classes
| Use case | PV | Example modules | Inverter | Battery planning range | Electrical form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential home | 3.3 kWp | 6 × 550 W | 3–5 kW hybrid | 5–10 kWh | Single phase |
| Standard home | 5.5 kWp | 10 × 550 W | 5–6 kW hybrid | 10–15 kWh | Single phase |
| Large home or shop | 10.8 kWp | 18 × 600 W | 10 kW hybrid | 15–30 kWh | Single or three phase |
| Small business | 20.4 kWp | 34 × 600 W | 20 kW three phase | 30–60 kWh | Three phase preferred |
| Commercial facility | 50.4 kWp | 84 × 600 W | 50 kW three phase | 80–150 kWh | Three phase |
| Medium C&I | 100.8 kWp | 168 × 600 W | 100 kW or 2 × 50 kW | 160–300 kWh | Three phase with protection study |
Battery ranges are examples for critical-load backup, not fixed bills of materials. An energy audit must separate essential loads from air-conditioning, water heating, pumps and industrial motors.
Technology selection
Match module size to the structure
Residential roof class
Easier handling, flexible roof layouts and broad compatibility with residential inverters.
Commercial roof class
Fewer modules and connections per kWp, but larger dimensions and higher string current require careful engineering.
Large-format engineered class
Best considered for ground mounts or engineered large roofs. Verify commercial availability, dimensions, wind loading, clamp zones and inverter current limits.
Recommended modern baseline
- N-type TOPCon or HJT modules with IEC 61215 and IEC 61730 certification
- MPPT hybrid or grid inverter with local service support and documented battery compatibility
- LiFePO₄ storage with cell monitoring, BMS, DC isolation and IEC 62619 evidence
- Remote monitoring, generator integration and export limiting where required
Connection reference
Accessories, wiring and grounding guide
Cable size is determined from current, voltage, installation method, ambient temperature, grouping, voltage drop and fault withstand—not from system kW alone.
| Circuit | Cable / connection | Accessories | Installation rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| PV string DC | H1Z2Z2-K / PV1-F copper solar cable | Matched PV connectors, UV clips, conduit/tray, labels | Keep +/− together, avoid roof contact and sharp bends; never mix connector brands. |
| Battery DC | Manufacturer harness or flexible fine-strand copper battery cable | Crimp lugs, shrouds, fuse/breaker, DC isolator, busbar | Use short, protected, polarity-marked conductors; parallel paths must be equal length. |
| Inverter AC | Copper XLPE/PVC cable with the required phase, neutral and PE cores | MCB/MCCB, isolator, RCD/RCBO, SPD, gland | Size for continuous current, derating, voltage drop and short-circuit withstand. |
| Controls / monitoring | Specified CAN/RS485 cable, shielded twisted pair or Ethernet | CT, meter, terminators, dry-contact relay, data logger | Separate signal cable from power; follow the manufacturer pinout and shield instructions. |
| Protective earthing | Green/yellow copper PE and equipotential bonding conductor | Earth bar, tested lugs, bonding washers, electrode, inspection pit | Bond exposed metal and keep SPD earth leads short; test continuity and earth resistance. |
Current manufacturer portfolios
Representative panel and Growatt inverter families
Solar panels
| Brand | Current family | Listed power | Best-fit planning use |
|---|---|---|---|
| LONGi | Hi-MO X6 MaxGuardian ↗ | 605–630 W | Large commercial roof |
| LONGi | Hi-MO X10 ↗ | up to 670 W | Engineered C&I / utility |
| Trinasolar | Vertex S+ ↗ | 450–510 W | Residential roof |
| Trinasolar | Vertex N ↗ | 620–725 W | C&I and ground mount |
| JinkoSolar | Tiger Neo 3.0 DG ↗ | 450–495 W class | Residential / small roof |
| JinkoSolar | Tiger Neo 3.0 utility ↗ | 650–670 W | Large C&I / ground mount |
Growatt
| Series | Power band | Architecture | Planning use |
|---|---|---|---|
| MIN TL-X / XH ↗ | 2.5–10 kW | Single-phase grid / battery-ready | Homes and shops |
| SPM / SPH-HU ↗ | 2.5–10 kW | Single-phase hybrid, generator-input models | Backup-focused homes |
| MOD / MID ↗ | 3–60 kW | Three-phase grid / battery-ready models | Shops and C&I roofs |
| WIT-HU / XHU ↗ | 4–125 kW | Three-phase hybrid with compatible HV or LV battery by model | Commercial and medium C&I |
| SPF ES / HVM ↗ | 2–12 kW | Single-phase off-grid | Weak-grid and off-grid sites |
These are manufacturer-listed product families, not a statement of Myanmar warehouse stock. Obtain the exact suffix datasheet, serial traceability, authorized-channel evidence and inverter–battery compatibility letter before purchase.
Battery-first design
LiFePO₄ first; flooded battery only where justified
Battery energy (kWh), battery power (kW), inverter voltage and the BMS protocol must all match. Brand name alone does not prove compatibility.
LiFePO₄Cells + temperature sensors
→
BMSvoltage • current • alarms
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Fuse + isolatorshort-circuit protection
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Hybrid inverterapproved communication
LiFePO₄
- Typically 80–90% usable depth of discharge, subject to warranty
- Integrated BMS, higher cycle life and no routine electrolyte topping
- Prefer IEC 62619 evidence, UN 38.3 transport evidence and an inverter compatibility list
Flooded deep-cycle lead-acid
- Lower initial cost can suit basic off-grid or essential-load systems
- Requires ventilation, upright acid-resistant containment and safe service access
- Needs electrolyte-level checks, correct charging and corrosion control; never install in living or escape areas
Balance of system
DC, AC, earthing and protection accessories
Protection devices must be selected from voltage, current, fault level, earthing arrangement and cable calculations—not copied from a generic bill of materials.
PV stringsPV cable • matched connectors
DCString protectiongPV fuse • combiner • Type 2 SPD
DCDC isolationDC isolator • battery fuse/breaker
ACInverter + AC boardMCB/MCCB • RCD/RCBO • Type 2 SPD
ACLoads / gridmeter • ATS • emergency labels
DC side
PV1-F cable, compatible connectors, gPV fuses where required, string combiner, DC-rated isolator, Type 2 SPD, battery fuse or DC breaker, labels and cable containment.
AC side
Correctly rated MCB/MCCB, lockable AC isolator, Type 2 SPD, RCD/RCBO only where the inverter and earthing arrangement permit, ATS/changeover where required, metering and an essential-load board.
Earthing and lightning
Bond module frames, rails and equipment; verify earth continuity and resistance. Coordinate SPDs with the lightning-protection system and use Type 1+2 protection where the risk assessment or incoming supply requires it.
Representative manufacturers to evaluate include ABB, Schneider Electric, CHINT, DEHN and Phoenix Contact. Select only model-specific DC/AC ratings and request coordination evidence; this is not an endorsement or stock confirmation.
Monthly solar resource
Myanmar solar radiation and availability map
Select a month to compare long-term average daily global horizontal irradiation (GHI) at 17 representative locations. The map shows Myanmar's 14 state and region boundaries.
3.56.7 kWh/m²/day
Selected monthApril
17-location range5.27–6.65kWh/m²/day
Myanmar pattern
February–April is generally strongest. Monsoon cloud lowers GHI most noticeably from June–August, especially in coastal and southern areas; central Myanmar remains comparatively stronger.
Solar source: NASA POWER long-term climatology, ALLSKY_SFC_SW_DWN. Annual total is calculated as each monthly average daily GHI multiplied by the number of days in that month and summed for a 365-day year. Magway and Chauk share the same NASA climatology grid cell. Boundary source: geoBoundaries gbOpen, Myanmar ADM1 (14 units, 2019), CC BY 4.0. Use site coordinates, shading analysis and a bankable energy model for investment decisions.
Procurement map
Suppliers and manufacturers to evaluate
Myanmar suppliers and EPC firms
- Myanmar Solar Power TradingEPC, rooftops, JA Solar, Growatt, Sungrow, Huawei and other partners listed
- Great United Green EnergyMyanmar distributor and installer; Sigenergy and EENOVANCE authorization stated
- KZH Engineering & TradingSolar supply and service presence in Yangon, Mandalay and Nay Pyi Taw
- IME InternationalDeye solar business presence in Yangon and Mandalay
- Good BrothersSolar, inverter, battery and power-station product categories
- Indigo EnergyMyanmar solar EPC, project development and O&M services
- JJ-PUNCustomized renewable-energy systems and local technical services
- Shwe Taung Solar EnergyIntegrated solar investment, installation and operation
Southeast Asia channels
- BayWa r.e. Solar DistributionRegional modules, inverters, storage, racking and logistics
- EnphaseMicroinverter and battery channel in Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand and the Philippines
- LONGi, Trina Solar, JinkoSolarMajor module manufacturers with APAC distribution
- GoodWe, Sungrow, SolisResidential and commercial inverter and storage portfolios
South Asia channels
- Waaree EnergiesIndian modules including 600–635 W N-type and a listed 700 W product
- Tata Power SolarModule manufacturing and nationwide rooftop EPC network in India
- Adani SolarVertically integrated Indian module manufacturing
- Vikram Solar, RenewSysIndian module manufacturers for regional tender evaluation
This directory is a procurement starting point, not an endorsement or proof of current stock. Confirm authorized status, model-specific certificates, serial traceability, warranty owner, spare parts, commissioning support and references before purchase.
Engineering and safety
Minimum design and commissioning controls
- Survey and load auditMeasure interval demand, motor surge, roof condition, shade, cable routes, earthing and generator behavior.
- Structural and weather designCheck wind uplift, corrosion, waterproofing, drainage, maintenance access and monsoon exposure.
- Electrical studyVerify Voc at minimum temperature, MPPT current, cable ampacity, voltage drop, fault level, discrimination and phase balance.
- Protection and isolationUse coordinated DC and AC isolators, fuses or breakers, Type 2 SPDs, RCD protection where applicable, labels and emergency shutdown.
- Battery room controlsProvide restricted access, non-combustible mounting, ventilation per manufacturer, temperature control, clearances and fire response planning.
- Testing and handoverRecord polarity, insulation resistance, continuity, earth resistance, inverter settings, BMS communications, backup transfer and as-built drawings.
Reference standardsIEC 61215, IEC 61730, IEC 62548-1, IEC 60364-7-712, IEC 62109, IEC 62619, IEC 62930, IEC 61643 and IEC 62305. Apply current Myanmar authority, utility and fire requirements where they are stricter or project-specific.
Sources and update notes
Technical and supplier information checked 15 September 2026. Use manufacturer datasheets for the exact model purchased.