Solar System Calculator
Use a verified African reference point or enter local peak sun hours manually. Then select the appliances you need to run.
Use a local solar resource, installer or site-study value. Do not enter daylight hours.
Choose a country. Listed African values are representative reference points, not national averages or site surveys.Review the NASA POWER source
Essential home: one refrigerator, four LED bulbs, one ceiling fan and a small TV. Refrigerator hours are an equivalent compressor-runtime assumption; replace all values with your own usage.
Recommended configuration
Lithium has a higher usable depth of discharge and longer cycle life; lead-acid costs less upfront but should stay near 50% depth of discharge and needs a larger bank.
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Minimum possible size — little or no spare capacity
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For African destinations
For African projects, GoFair coordinates sourcing and project support; EuroVista can provide regional fulfilment and support where needed.
For destinations outside Africa
Customers outside Africa are supported directly by GoFair.
Importing panels or inverters instead? Check solar-panel import duty →