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    Solar · Photovoltaics (PV)

    Peak Sun Hours

    The number of hours per day when solar irradiance averages 1,000 W/m². A site with 5 peak sun hours lets a 1 kW array produce roughly 5 kWh in a day.

    Common uses

    Quick production estimates and array sizing

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