Whatever the size of a solar power system, it needs to withstand extreme temperatures, electrical transients, power surges, mechanical shocks, vibrations and the environment.

Eaton provides consistent and reliable solar power solutions that yield performance, safety, and uptime improvement. The company offers the convenience of one-stop-shopping for electrical balance of system (BOS) solutions by designing and producing electrical BOS tailored to an organisation’s unique requirements for residential, commercial and industrial applications.

Eaton has a spectrum of solar power solutions designed to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions and leave a smaller footprint on the environment. These solutions include: AC/DC switching and protection, low-voltage and medium-voltage switchgear, AC/DC surge protection, load centres and enclosures, monitoring and metering, vacuum contactors and customised BOS solar kits.

The solar power sector is showing high growth rates. Eaton has had many years of expertise in photovoltaic (PV) products, including the PV inverter, a core component in any solar electrical system. As this is a power inverter that is integrated in the supply grid, optimum performance and reliability is crucial.

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According to a new ARC Advisory Group study, the solar inverter market was worth $US3.1 billion in 2008 and is forecasted to increase at a rate of 31 per cent to reach over $US12 billion in 2014.

Some key features of the inverter range include transformer-free designs where practical, high-conversion efficiency, single-phase or three-phase, compact, fanless designs where possible, flexible communication options and compliance with all Australian and Safety standards.

This year, Eaton celebrates its 100th anniversary and is committed to supplying quality, reliable products and ongoing customer support.