Design and Construction of a 2.5kva Solar Based Inverter System
Student: Muqtadir Folorunsho Alli (Project, 2025)
Department of Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology
Federal Polytechnic, Ede, Osun State
Abstract
A 2.5kVA solar powered inverter was constructed in this project to convert DC from solar panels into AC to power household devices. It can be used with moderate power loads like lighting and refrigerators, providing an output of 220V at 50Hz. When mains supply (PHCN) is available, the system automatically switches to charging mode, with an LCD displaying parameters such as battery voltage and inverter status. The project was completed by selecting, testing, and assembling components. The inverter met its set goals, though limitations were noted, including the inability to drive high-power devices like hotplates and sensitivity to mains voltage fluctuations. Recommendations for improvement include increasing the power rating and implementing a more sophisticated closed-loop monitoring system.
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- Osun State College of Education, Ila-Orangun(Aff To Ekiti State Uni), Osun State 1
- Osun State College of Education, Ilesa, Osun State. (affl To Univ of Ibadan) 2
- Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, Osun State 467
- Osun State University, Osogbo, Osun State 11
- Our Saviour Institute of Science and Technology (polytechnic) Enugu, Enugu State 1
- PAN-ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY, KM 52 LEKKI-EPE EXPRESSWAY, IBEJU-LEKKI, LAGOS STATE. 14
- Paul University, Awka, Anambra State 2
- Petroleum Training Institute, Effurun, Delta State 1
- Precious Cornerstone University, Ibadan, Oyo State 1
- Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba 30