San Diego Company Builds World's First Solar Array Using New Phono Solar ONYX AC Modules

SAN DIEGO - April 23, 2013 - PRLog -- San Diego Solar Install had the privilege of installing the
world's first solar power array using Phono Solar ONYX Series AC Modules (Solar Panels). These new Solar Modules are the first to have Enphase micro inverters mounted on each panel which converts DC power to AC power instantly without the need of a centralized inverter. This greatly simplifies array design and is safer, quicker and more economical to install.

The solar array was recently installed on a San Diego home and both Phono Solar and Enphase had representatives in attendance. San Diego Solar Install has built a solid reputation with both Phono Solar and Enphase and has been the proud recipient of awards from each manufacturer.

Owner and President of San Diego Solar Install, Bruce Bosworth, shares his passion about this opportunity, “I am so proud to be a part of this! We got to install the most technologically advanced solar array right here in San Diego. The new Phono Solar panels we have been using are great but these new AC Modules are even better. By mounting the microinverters to the panels we save having to run a separate ground to each panel which not only makes the install faster but also reduces the amount of copper we have to use by 50%, and copper is getting real expensive these days!” Bruce continues, “This innovation is a win for both me, the installer, and the consumer. I can't wait to see how well this array is going to perform”.

The new AC Modules include pre-manufactured cables and are delivered ready for connection allowing for faster and less expensive mounting. The built-in Enphase intelligent microinverters send panel performance and level health information via Enphase's Envoy communications gateway. This allows for wireless and internet based monitoring of the entire system as well as each individual panel.

David Allen, VP Sales Phono Solar North America has said, “It's incumbent of PV Module manufacturers in today's market to deliver higher efficiency and innovation, at Phono Solar we are able to do both." He continues, "The PS250P AC Module offers flexible system design and labor savings for installers while delivering better energy harvest for the system owner. We are very excited to begin our partnership with Enphase Energy and further support our US distribution and installer channels."

The Phono Solar AC Module features an impressive 25-year performance guarantee of 90% for up to 10 years and 80% for up to 25 years. This warranty covers both the Panel and the micro inverter. The modules are CEC (California Energy Commission) Program Registered and offer product certification to UL 1703 and IEC 61215 (ed.2). In addition, the modules hold a Class C fire rating.

San Diego Solar Install (http://www.sandiegosolarinstall.com) is a local owned and C-46 licensed contracting company that  has been installing custom solar arrays on homes and businesses in the San Diego area since 2009. The company has been the recipient of numerous solar industry awards (http://www.sandiegosolarinstall.com/content/awards.php) and continues to promote the transition to clean, renewable solar energy using the latest industry innovations.