J.K. Mechanical, Inc.: Electricity from Sunlight

Electricity from Sunlight

Photovoltaic solar energy systems use sunlight to generate electricity. It lowers your utility bill, and helps reduce fossil-fuel consumption and global warming. A Schüco system lasts for many years, and adds to the value of your home.

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How it works

  • Sunlight hitting silicon cells in a module generates a direct current.
  • A switch protects the solar modules from grid power fluctuations.
  • The solar direct current goes from the solar modules to an inverter.
  • If there is extra solar current, the system feeds it to the utility grid, running the meter backwards.
  • If more power is needed, the switch draws power from the utility grid.
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