Solar terms
Solar quote terms to check before you sign
Plain-English definitions for the quote terms that affect system design, savings estimates, batteries, rebates and the final installed price.
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Export limit
A network-imposed cap on how much solar energy can be exported to the grid.
F
Feed-in tariff
The rate paid for exported solar energy.
I
Inverter
The device that converts solar panel DC electricity into AC electricity for the property.
S
Self-consumption
Solar generation used directly by the property instead of exported.
STC
Small-scale Technology Certificate discount used in many Australian solar quotes.