SOLAR

LEARNING

CENTRE

Welcome to the Solar Learning Centre. Your solar journey starts here.

We’re a company of electricians, and we’re excited to educate you about the solar energy industry. Our values are old-school, but our knowledge is forward thinking. Every decision we make is driven to Australia reaching Net Zero by 2050. From your free quote customised to your unique energy needs and goals to how we installed solar on our warehouse roof.

This learning centre is designed to teach. There’s comprehensive information about solar technology, the solar industry, and answers to common solar questions.

This portal is your passport, your journey starts now. Welcome and enjoy.

New To Solar
New To Solar
What Is Net Zero by 2050 for Australia?
Seeing the phrase “Net Zero” on solar installation blogs but are unsure about how it affects you? In this article, you’ll see the big picture.
April 23, 2024
Guide to Plenti Green Loans for Solar in Australia
Interested in solar but your cash flow is low? In this article, you’ll find some financing options that will help save the planet.
April 23, 2024
Questions to Ask Your Builder Before They Install Solar on Your Roof
Is your builder pitching you solar for your new home? Should you trust them with your installation? Read on to discover what to ask them!
April 19, 2024
Guide to Tesla Charge on Solar in Australia – 2024
Have you heard about the new Tesla Charge on Solar Feature? In this article, you’ll learn what it is and how to use it!
April 10, 2024
Will the End of Daylight Saving Time Affect My Solar Production in Australia?
As Daylight Saving Time concludes, are you changing your energy usage? In this article, you’ll find some suggestions to use your solar in the winter.
April 3, 2024
What to Expect on the Day of Your Solar Installation
Eagerly waiting for PSC to install your solar system? In this article, you’ll learn about who we are and how we install our beautiful systems.
April 3, 2024
Albanese Announces $1 Billion Solar SunShot Manufacturing Program and Rebrands the Net Zero Economy Agency
Interested in the new program to incentivise solar production domestically? In this article, you’ll find out what it is and what it means for Australia.
April 3, 2024
Be the Bilby: Australian Solar and Easter
With Easter approaching, PSC looks at the bilby and how its plight compares to the current state of the solar industry.
March 27, 2024
First Year Electrical Apprentices Soar at Penrith Solar Centre with Apprenticeship Australia
Ever wondered how young people become electricians? In this look at PSC’s apprentices, you’ll see it done well and correctly.
March 27, 2024
What Are iBoards?
Have you heard of iBoards? It’s not the latest Apple product, it’s a family-owned solar component manufacturing company that we love to work with!
March 27, 2024
AC-coupled Battery vs. DC-coupled Solar Batteries
Confused about the difference between AC and DC-coupled batteries? This article explains the pros and cons of each.
March 19, 2024
Can I Install a Single-Phase Battery on a Three-Phase Home?
Interested in a solar battery but unsure if you can install it on your three-phase home? In this article, you'll find out why and how you can!
March 19, 2024
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Inverters
Guide to Plenti Green Loans for Solar in Australia
Interested in solar but your cash flow is low? In this article, you’ll find some financing options that will help save the planet.
April 23, 2024
Questions to Ask Your Builder Before They Install Solar on Your Roof
Is your builder pitching you solar for your new home? Should you trust them with your installation? Read on to discover what to ask them!
April 19, 2024
What to Expect on the Day of Your Solar Installation
Eagerly waiting for PSC to install your solar system? In this article, you’ll learn about who we are and how we install our beautiful systems.
April 3, 2024
What Are iBoards?
Have you heard of iBoards? It’s not the latest Apple product, it’s a family-owned solar component manufacturing company that we love to work with!
March 27, 2024
Why Do Companies Sell 6.6kW String Systems with 5kW Inverters?
There are a lot of websites recommending 6.6kW solar systems. Is this size right for you? In this article, you’ll find out.
March 19, 2024
Do You Need a Hybrid Inverter?
There are compelling pitches for hybrid inverters, but what are they and do you need one? Find out more and if you should add it to your solar.
March 12, 2024
Microinverters vs. DC Optimisers: Which Is Better?
Having trouble understanding the difference between microinverters and DC optimisers? This article explains everything.
March 12, 2024
Cost of Microinverters vs. Cost of String Systems
Deciding between microinverters and string inverters? This article breaks down the considerations of each option.
March 6, 2024
String Inverters: Are They Worth It?
The solar industry falls into two camps: string inverters or microinverters. Which team are you cheering for?
February 28, 2024
Installing a 99kW Commercial Solar System with Enphase IQ8 Microinverters
Curious about how the experts at PSC run a commercial installation? In this article, you'll find out about our commitment to safety and our customers.
February 15, 2024
What is Solar Oversizing in a Microinverter System?
Confused about why your solar panels can output more power than your microinverters can convert? In this article, you’ll learn why that is.
February 8, 2024
Myths & Misconceptions About Solar Microinverters
Feeling like there’s a lot of inaccurate information about microinverters out there among all the online opinions? This article dives into their biggest myths and misconceptions.
January 9, 2024
Installing 22 Solar Panels on a Terracotta Roof | 9.68kW Install
Watch & Read on our recent solar installation in Emu Heights, New South Wales. Join us as we explore the intricacies of a 9.68-kilowatt system featuring 22 Trina 440 watt panels, Enphase IQ8 AC microinverters, an iBoard, and Schletter racking.
December 27, 2023
String Inverters vs Microinverters vs DC Optimisers: How Are They Different?
Do you know the difference between a string inverter, a microinverter, and a DC optimiser? In this article, you’ll learn about performance, monitoring, safety features, compatibility, and cost.
September 28, 2023
How Much Does a Microinverter Solar System Cost?
Are you interested in microinverter solar systems but unclear about why they cost more than string systems? In this article, you’ll learn all about the reasons why they cost more per watt to install.
September 20, 2023
How Do Microinverter Systems Work?
Wondering what a microinverter solar system is and how it works? In this comprehensive article, you’ll learn how it transforms sunshine into energy for your home.
September 18, 2023
What Are the Benefits of a Microinverter System?
Curious about the advantages of microinverter systems? Learn how microinverters are reshaping solar technology. In this comprehensive guide, we explain performance, safety, monitoring, reliability, and expansion.
September 12, 2023
Microinverters vs. String Inverters: An Honest Comparison
Confused about the difference between microinverters and string inverters? In this honest comparison, you’ll learn about the advantages, disadvantages, and safety considerations of each.
September 11, 2023
Penrith Solar Centre Crowned Enphase Installer of the Year 2021, 2022 and now 2023
Earlier this month we were proud to accept the award as Enphase Installer of the Year for the third year running. The installer of the year award is calculated by the number of microinverters installed x Net Promoter Score (NPS). The NPS, a widely respected metric for customer satisfaction, reflects the likelihood of customers recommending…
May 22, 2023
Five Top Features of a Fronius Inverter
Customers opting for a Fronius inverter are not only rewarded with a smart inverter that maximises yield, but also with the quality assurance of a company that has been leading the way since 1945. Future-proof comes as a standard, and that’s just the beginning. Here are the five top features of a Fronius inverter.
April 5, 2020
Batteries
Batteries
AC-coupled Battery vs. DC-coupled Solar Batteries
Confused about the difference between AC and DC-coupled batteries? This article explains the pros and cons of each.
March 19, 2024
Can I Install a Single-Phase Battery on a Three-Phase Home?
Interested in a solar battery but unsure if you can install it on your three-phase home? In this article, you'll find out why and how you can!
March 19, 2024
Adding a Battery to a Solar System
Are you curious about the benefits of adding a solar battery to your system? This comprehensive article breaks down what to look for.
March 12, 2024
Tesla Energy Recognises Penrith Solar Centre’s Growth and Excellence in 2023!
Are you wondering what stats, growth, performance, and goals were met with Tesla for Penrith Solar Centre? This article takes you through our prestigious year.
February 1, 2024
Installing 22 Solar Panels on a Terracotta Roof | 9.68kW Install
Watch & Read on our recent solar installation in Emu Heights, New South Wales. Join us as we explore the intricacies of a 9.68-kilowatt system featuring 22 Trina 440 watt panels, Enphase IQ8 AC microinverters, an iBoard, and Schletter racking.
December 27, 2023
New Year’s Resolutions for Solar Energy in Australia
Do you have a New Year’s resolution to save money and help your community? Installing solar might be the answer to these questions.
December 19, 2023
6 Best Solar Batteries on the Market
Confused about what brand of battery is right for your solar system? This article looks at the best solar batteries on the market (Alpha ESS, BYD, Enphase, SolarEdge, Sungrow, and Tesla).
October 26, 2023
What Is Solar Energy? How It Works, How to Use It, and Pros & Cons
Are your electric bills too high? This overview of solar and what it can do for you will give you a solution to that problem.
October 20, 2023
Is the Tesla Powerwall 2 Worth It? Cost, Specs, Bill Savings & More
Is the Tesla Powerwall 2 worth the cost? In this article, you’ll read about the advantages, disadvantages, and economics of this solar battery.
October 19, 2023
Tesla Powerwall 2 vs Powerwall 3: Size, Specs, Cost & More
Wondering if the recently announce Tesla Powerwall 3 is worth the wait? In this comparison, you’ll learn how it stacks up against the Powerwall 2.
October 18, 2023
Price
Price
Guide to Plenti Green Loans for Solar in Australia
Interested in solar but your cash flow is low? In this article, you’ll find some financing options that will help save the planet.
April 23, 2024
Guide to Tesla Charge on Solar in Australia – 2024
Have you heard about the new Tesla Charge on Solar Feature? In this article, you’ll learn what it is and how to use it!
April 10, 2024
Why Do Companies Sell 6.6kW String Systems with 5kW Inverters?
There are a lot of websites recommending 6.6kW solar systems. Is this size right for you? In this article, you’ll find out.
March 19, 2024
Adding a Battery to a Solar System
Are you curious about the benefits of adding a solar battery to your system? This comprehensive article breaks down what to look for.
March 12, 2024
Cost of Microinverters vs. Cost of String Systems
Deciding between microinverters and string inverters? This article breaks down the considerations of each option.
March 6, 2024
Why We Install Trina Vertex S+ Solar Panels
With so many options (and misinformation), this comprehensive article explains why we install Trina Vertex S+ solar panels.
January 17, 2024
Is the Tesla Powerwall 2 Worth It? Cost, Specs, Bill Savings & More
Is the Tesla Powerwall 2 worth the cost? In this article, you’ll read about the advantages, disadvantages, and economics of this solar battery.
October 19, 2023
How Much Does a Tesla Powerwall 2 Cost?
The cost of a Tesla Powerwall 2 varies from installer to installer. Why is that? This article looks at the cost of the battery, accessories, and manpower that affect the final cost.
October 4, 2023
How Much Does an Enphase IQ Battery 5P Cost?
How much does the Enphase IQ Battery 5P cost at PSC? This article covers costs for equipment and installation along with some other important considerations.
September 27, 2023
How Much Does a Microinverter Solar System Cost?
Are you interested in microinverter solar systems but unclear about why they cost more than string systems? In this article, you’ll learn all about the reasons why they cost more per watt to install.
September 20, 2023
Solar Panel Price in Sydney 2023
Technically, you won’t necessarily have to pay too much for a solar panel installation in Sydney. You might see prices just under $3,500 and think it’s a steal. However, if you buy solar for that price, you might find yourself doing it again in just a handful of years!
May 23, 2022
Solar Feed-In Tariffs: How one phone call will save you $400 a year and maximise your return on investment
Surely by now you would have heard the term ‘feed-in tariff’ get thrown around a bit. Whether you have rooftop solar system installed or not, it’s probably come up in conversation at work or among the chatter of other parents at your kids’ soccer practice. But, if you’re like most Australian homeowners, you have absolutely…
March 12, 2020
Solar Panels
Solar Panels
What Is Net Zero by 2050 for Australia?
Seeing the phrase “Net Zero” on solar installation blogs but are unsure about how it affects you? In this article, you’ll see the big picture.
April 23, 2024
Guide to Plenti Green Loans for Solar in Australia
Interested in solar but your cash flow is low? In this article, you’ll find some financing options that will help save the planet.
April 23, 2024
Questions to Ask Your Builder Before They Install Solar on Your Roof
Is your builder pitching you solar for your new home? Should you trust them with your installation? Read on to discover what to ask them!
April 19, 2024
Guide to Tesla Charge on Solar in Australia – 2024
Have you heard about the new Tesla Charge on Solar Feature? In this article, you’ll learn what it is and how to use it!
April 10, 2024
Will the End of Daylight Saving Time Affect My Solar Production in Australia?
As Daylight Saving Time concludes, are you changing your energy usage? In this article, you’ll find some suggestions to use your solar in the winter.
April 3, 2024
What to Expect on the Day of Your Solar Installation
Eagerly waiting for PSC to install your solar system? In this article, you’ll learn about who we are and how we install our beautiful systems.
April 3, 2024
Albanese Announces $1 Billion Solar SunShot Manufacturing Program and Rebrands the Net Zero Economy Agency
Interested in the new program to incentivise solar production domestically? In this article, you’ll find out what it is and what it means for Australia.
April 3, 2024
Be the Bilby: Australian Solar and Easter
With Easter approaching, PSC looks at the bilby and how its plight compares to the current state of the solar industry.
March 27, 2024
First Year Electrical Apprentices Soar at Penrith Solar Centre with Apprenticeship Australia
Ever wondered how young people become electricians? In this look at PSC’s apprentices, you’ll see it done well and correctly.
March 27, 2024
Can I Install a Single-Phase Battery on a Three-Phase Home?
Interested in a solar battery but unsure if you can install it on your three-phase home? In this article, you'll find out why and how you can!
March 19, 2024
Why Do Companies Sell 6.6kW String Systems with 5kW Inverters?
There are a lot of websites recommending 6.6kW solar systems. Is this size right for you? In this article, you’ll find out.
March 19, 2024
Microinverters vs. DC Optimisers: Which Is Better?
Having trouble understanding the difference between microinverters and DC optimisers? This article explains everything.
March 12, 2024
Adding a Battery to a Solar System
Are you curious about the benefits of adding a solar battery to your system? This comprehensive article breaks down what to look for.
March 12, 2024
How Long Will My Solar Install Take?
Worried that your solar installation is going to go an extra day? You’ll find what slows down an installation in this comprehensive article.
March 6, 2024
Cost of Microinverters vs. Cost of String Systems
Deciding between microinverters and string inverters? This article breaks down the considerations of each option.
March 6, 2024
Do I Need to Upgrade to Three-Phase Electric Power for Solar?
Hearing about the advantages of three-phase connectivity for your solar system? This article demystifies the process so you can decide for yourself.
February 28, 2024
Everything You Need to Know About Voltage Rise
What is voltage rise? This article dives into explaining where your energy comes from and how it affects your solar installation.
February 22, 2024
Single-Phase vs. Three-Phase: How Are They Different?
Any idea what single-phase or three-phase means? This comprehensive deep dive into how the electric grid works will explain everything.
February 22, 2024
How Does Solar Net Metering Work?
Having trouble keeping track of how much your solar system imports and exports? Learn about net metering and how it will maximise your system’s efficiency.
February 22, 2024
Installing a 99kW Commercial Solar System with Enphase IQ8 Microinverters
Curious about how the experts at PSC run a commercial installation? In this article, you'll find out about our commitment to safety and our customers.
February 15, 2024
Solar Monitoring
Solar Monitoring
What Is Net Zero by 2050 for Australia?
Seeing the phrase “Net Zero” on solar installation blogs but are unsure about how it affects you? In this article, you’ll see the big picture.
April 23, 2024
Guide to Plenti Green Loans for Solar in Australia
Interested in solar but your cash flow is low? In this article, you’ll find some financing options that will help save the planet.
April 23, 2024
Questions to Ask Your Builder Before They Install Solar on Your Roof
Is your builder pitching you solar for your new home? Should you trust them with your installation? Read on to discover what to ask them!
April 19, 2024
Guide to Tesla Charge on Solar in Australia – 2024
Have you heard about the new Tesla Charge on Solar Feature? In this article, you’ll learn what it is and how to use it!
April 10, 2024
Will the End of Daylight Saving Time Affect My Solar Production in Australia?
As Daylight Saving Time concludes, are you changing your energy usage? In this article, you’ll find some suggestions to use your solar in the winter.
April 3, 2024
What to Expect on the Day of Your Solar Installation
Eagerly waiting for PSC to install your solar system? In this article, you’ll learn about who we are and how we install our beautiful systems.
April 3, 2024
Albanese Announces $1 Billion Solar SunShot Manufacturing Program and Rebrands the Net Zero Economy Agency
Interested in the new program to incentivise solar production domestically? In this article, you’ll find out what it is and what it means for Australia.
April 3, 2024
Be the Bilby: Australian Solar and Easter
With Easter approaching, PSC looks at the bilby and how its plight compares to the current state of the solar industry.
March 27, 2024
First Year Electrical Apprentices Soar at Penrith Solar Centre with Apprenticeship Australia
Ever wondered how young people become electricians? In this look at PSC’s apprentices, you’ll see it done well and correctly.
March 27, 2024
Can I Install a Single-Phase Battery on a Three-Phase Home?
Interested in a solar battery but unsure if you can install it on your three-phase home? In this article, you'll find out why and how you can!
March 19, 2024
Why Do Companies Sell 6.6kW String Systems with 5kW Inverters?
There are a lot of websites recommending 6.6kW solar systems. Is this size right for you? In this article, you’ll find out.
March 19, 2024
Microinverters vs. DC Optimisers: Which Is Better?
Having trouble understanding the difference between microinverters and DC optimisers? This article explains everything.
March 12, 2024
Adding a Battery to a Solar System
Are you curious about the benefits of adding a solar battery to your system? This comprehensive article breaks down what to look for.
March 12, 2024
How Long Will My Solar Install Take?
Worried that your solar installation is going to go an extra day? You’ll find what slows down an installation in this comprehensive article.
March 6, 2024
Cost of Microinverters vs. Cost of String Systems
Deciding between microinverters and string inverters? This article breaks down the considerations of each option.
March 6, 2024
Do I Need to Upgrade to Three-Phase Electric Power for Solar?
Hearing about the advantages of three-phase connectivity for your solar system? This article demystifies the process so you can decide for yourself.
February 28, 2024
Everything You Need to Know About Voltage Rise
What is voltage rise? This article dives into explaining where your energy comes from and how it affects your solar installation.
February 22, 2024
Single-Phase vs. Three-Phase: How Are They Different?
Any idea what single-phase or three-phase means? This comprehensive deep dive into how the electric grid works will explain everything.
February 22, 2024
How Does Solar Net Metering Work?
Having trouble keeping track of how much your solar system imports and exports? Learn about net metering and how it will maximise your system’s efficiency.
February 22, 2024
Installing a 99kW Commercial Solar System with Enphase IQ8 Microinverters
Curious about how the experts at PSC run a commercial installation? In this article, you'll find out about our commitment to safety and our customers.
February 15, 2024

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