When selecting Solar panels for your property there are number of key factors to consider. At Cerium Energy we partner with industry leading brands to provide a solution best suited to your needs while keeping your budget in mind.
First, we partner with brands who invest in high quality, high performance products, and have a proven track record.
Secondly, we are looking for brands that have been in the Australian market for 10 years plus and provide local warranty and after sales support. This ensures that if there are ever any faults or issues with the products we can have a replacement part or unit organised immediately leading to minimal down time.
A Solar Inverter is regarded as the brains of any solar system, it takes the direct current from your solar panels and turns it into an alternating current that your home can use as power. When selecting a Inverter there are a few key factors to consider. These include, efficiency, warranty and after sales support.
At Cerium Energy we partner with only the best brands to provide you the best solution for your home or business. All our inverters come with a industry leading 10 Year Product Warranty!
Aside from utilising the solar power in the home or business, the third stage of the energy production process is to store any additional power in a local storage solution.
Our product offering only includes the highest performing and most reliable batteries in the world. We can source multiple battery brands but our most popular and most versatile battery solutions include Tesla and Sungrow.
Often an after-thought, a solar monitoring product can determine the success and level of return you can achieve with your solar power system.
Allowing you access to live data on your systems power generation and consumption in all areas of the dwelling-it can help you make small changes and produce a huge financial impact when your next bill rolls around
Risen
Risen Energy (Australia) has had an established presence in the Australian market since 2008, supplying solar PV panels for the retail market. Our long-term goal includes the funding, constructing and operating commercial and utility-scale solar projects. Risen Energy was founded in 1986 and is a leading China-based PV solutions provider that is traded as an A-share on China’s Shenzhen Stock Exchange.
Risen has over 10,000 employees globally and is the sixth largest PV module supplier in the world, completing over thousands of grid-connected projects globally, including self-developed projects that we manage directly.
RISEN RSM40-8-390M MONO
The Risen RSM40 series were born in response to some of the key industrial pains and customer concern such as how to reduce LID (Light-induced Degradation, LETID (Light and elevated Temperature Induced Degradation), internal loss, shadow shading and BOS cost. As a new generation of high performance, high cost-effective and reliable products.
Risen RSM132-6 390M high-efficiency mono-crystalline cells deploy the world leading two-side-stack-passivation technology, SE (Selective Emitter) technology, low-temperature firing technology and enhanced current injection technology. This can increase the cell conversion efficiency and at the same time reduce LID and LETID. Titan cell conversion efficiency can reach up to 22.51% with the efficiency of mainstream bin between 22.1% and 22.2%. The Risen 390w Panel comes with a 25 Year Product Warranty.
Seraphim
As a world-class solar products manufacturer, Seraphim specializes in research, development, production, and sales of solar PV products. Since its foundation in 2011, Seraphim has accomplished significant achievements which outpaced most of our main competitors in terms of production capacity and in the number of innovative designs. Seraphim is listed as Tier 1 solar module maker by BNEF. Currently, Seraphim has a global production capacity of 5 GW. Seraphim serves worldwide customers with high-quality products and professional services.
Longi Solar
LONGi Solar is a world leading manufacturer of high-efficiency mono-crystalline solar cells and modules. The Company, wholly owned by the LONGi Group (SH601012), has focused on p-mono for 19 years and is today the largest supplier of mono-crystalline products in the world, with total assets above $5.71 billion (2018Q3) LONGi Group has plans to reach 45 GW mono-crystalline wafer production capacity by 2020.
LONGi Solar’s module shipment in 2018 ranked top 4 in the world, and mono module shipment has remained No.1 in the world from 2016 to 2018.
LONGi Solar Australia is based in Sydney’s Lower North Shore. It has a team who is ready and dedicated to support customers in the sectors of residential, commercial and utility.
Trina Solar
Founded in 1997, Trina Solar Co., Ltd. (stock symbol: Trina Solar; stock code: 688599) is mainly engaged in the research and development, production and sales of PV modules; power stations and system products; PV power generation, operation and maintenance services; development and sales of intelligent microgrids and multi-energy systems, as well as the operation of energy cloud platforms, etc., committing to lead the way in smart solar energy solutions for a net-zero future. Through constant innovation, Trina Solar continues to push the PV industry forward by creating greater grid parity of PV power and popularizing renewable energy. So far, Trina Solar’s SKL has set or broken 24 world records in terms of PV cell conversion efficiency and module output power.
By the end of the April 11th, 2022, its cumulative shipments of PV modules had exceeded 100GW, which is close to the installed capacity of 4.4 Three Gorges Dam power stations and equivalent to planting 7.29 billion trees worldwide.
Trina Vertex S+ N Type 415w
Trina Solar’s Vertex S+ panel is big on power, but small in size, and comes equipped with some of the best durability and efficiency features seen to date in residential panel design. Their upgraded dual glass design makes them less prone to micro-cracks and scratches during installation. They also provide greater mechanical resistance and environmental resistances, substantially improving your panels long term performance.
N-type cells utilise phosphor based compositions, which allows them to enjoy lower rates of power degradation, which results in a larger yield for a longer period, giving you greater savings. Due to this enhanced reliability, they also tend to enjoy longer warranties giving you greater peace of mind.
Jinko
JinkoSolar (NYSE: JKS) is one of the largest and most innovative solar module manufacturers in the world. JinkoSolar distributes its solar products and sells its solutions and services to a diversified international utility, commercial, and residential customers. In Australia our head office is in Sydney, and we have dedicated warehouse facilities in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth. Because we understand that our customers in Australia value local service, we have built a full-service team focused on helping you grow your solar business whether in residential, commercial, or utility.
Tiger N-Type 415W
The Jinko Tiger Neo N-type 415W is the latest in premium panels, offering excellent next-gen features and technology. N-Type technology allows for greater efficiency, lower degradation, and longer lasting panels, Multi-Busbar Solar Cell giving the latest in solar technology to improve efficiency while looking great. Up to 21.25% module conversion efficiency with a 0~+3% power tolerance.
The Panel is able to withstand extreme weather conditions, Certified to withstand heavy wind loads (2400 Pascal) Low Degradation, with an annual degradation rate of only 0.4% over 30 years after the first year and a 25 Year Product Warranty | 30 Year Linear Power Warranty.
Q Cells
Engineered in Germany technology, innovation, and quality, Made in Korea Q CELLS offers the full spectrum of photovoltaic products, applications, and solutions, from modules to kits to systems to large scale solar power plants. The combined company is also engaged in downstream development and EPC business. Through its growing global business network spanning Europe, North America, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East the company provides excellent services and long-term partnership to its customers in the utility, commercial, government and residential markets.
QCE-Q.PEAK DUO-G6
With a higher efficiency rate than previous series, the Q.PEAK DUO G6+ utilizes Q CELLS’ zero gap Q.ANTUM DUO Z technology to boost module efficiency up to 21.4%. The module is also backed by a 25-year product and performance warranty that guarantees at least 86% of nominal power up to 25 years. Made on Korea.
REC
Founded in 1996, REC Group is an international pioneering solar energy company dedicated to empowering consumers with clean, affordable solar power. As Solar’s Most Trusted, REC is committed to high quality, innovation, and a low carbon footprint in the solar materials and solar panels it manufactures. Headquartered in Norway with operational headquarters in Singapore, REC also has regional hubs in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
REC Alpha Pure
Building on REC’s multiple award-winning innovations, the REC Alpha Pure family of solar panels empowers you to take full advantage of solar energy. Packing in cutting-edge technologies to deliver higher power density, stunning aesthetics, and minimal environmental impact – all with the renowned quality of REC – REC Alpha Pure and Pure-R are the solar panels of choice for home solar.
Growatt
Growatt was founded in 2010 and it is one of the most popular solar inverter brands in Australia, with a reputation for affordability. The company manufactures energy storage solutions for on-grid and off-grid applications, as well as smart home energy management solution. Growatt produces a range of transformerless (TL) solar inverters, high-frequency transformer inverters, Sungold TL, Growatt MTL and Growatt HF lines.
Growatt 5kW MIN
This is the latest model from Growatt’s Smart Inverter Solutions for your rooftop solar PV at home. The MIN series is a beautiful, compact design that unlike some other inverters, has an easy to use touch button. This is so you can find out what your system has been doing, quickly. While it is a pleasure to use, it has a great efficiency level of 98.4% too.
Designed with the standard USB and RS485 interface, the user can choose other configuration options such as WiFi, GPRS, 4G etc. After setting up the USB + RF communication module, the system can be monitored, to read power production and flow from smart devices by logging on Growatt OSS (Online Smart Service) platform.
Goodwe
GoodWe is a leading, strategically-thinking enterprise which focuses on research and manufacturing of PV inverters and energy storage solutions. With 12 GW installed in more than 100 countries, GoodWe solar inverters have been largely used in residential, commercial rooftops, industrial and utility scale systems, ranging from 0.7 to 80kW. Thanks to the reliable operation and excellent performance of GoodWe inverters, the GoodWe brand image has been well recognized by customers and business partners worldwide. In 2019, GoodWe has been awarded the 2019 Top Brand PV seal for the Australian Market, as announced by independent market research specialist EuPD Research.
Goodwe GW5000D-NS
GoodWe DNS series is a perfect match for residential installations thanks to its compact size and light weight. Manufactured for durability and longevity under modern industrial standards, GoodWe DNS series is IP65 rated so it can be mounted either inside or outside your home. The GoodWe DNS series is also extremely light – just 13kg, about 30% lighter than other inverters.
Sungrow
Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd. a high-tech enterprise engaged in development of power supply equipment for renewable energy especially solar PV and wind power, provides grid-connected PV inverter, wind power converter, technical consultancy, system design and other relevant services.
Identified as one of The most Famous Trademark in China, Sungrow was officially listed (sym:300274) on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in November 2011, and listed Top 9 of The Most Potential Chinese Public Company by Forbes in 2012. With over 1500MW installation capacity globally, of which 400MW is installed in Europe, Sungrow is the largest PV inverter manufacturer of Asia, and commented as ‘Chinese Sturdiness’ by Photon Magazine.
SGR-SG5K-D
The residential SG series of solar inverters from Sungrow have become very popular due to the competitive price and great reliability. The strong sales figures show they are now the biggest selling solar inverter in Australia by volume. Sungrow has a great reputation for quality compared to many other Chinese manufacturers, along with good service from the Sydney based support office, which has further helped improve their status.
The Sungrow SG5K-D premium inverter are an ideal solar system solution for private & residential homes. They are a very reliable and affordable inverter. As they are a dual input MPPT inverter they can handle modules being installed on different sides of the roof (2 strings).
Fronius
A passion for new technologies, intensive research and revolutionary solutions have been shaping the Fronius brand since 1945. As the technology leader, we find, develop and implement innovative methods to monitor and control energy for welding technology, photovoltaics and battery charging. We forge new paths, try something difficult and succeed where others have failed in achieving what seems to be impossible. But these are not the only reasons why Fronius is the global leader in innovation and technology. We have a clear vision, an unremittingly inventive spirit and an ingrained sense of quality, so we can keep shifting the limits of what is possible and set the trends that change the market.
FRONIUS PRIMO 5.0-1-INT
The SnapINverter range has a reputation for fantastic efficiency levels, and the Primo is by no means the exception to this rule, boasting an impressive maximum efficiency of 98.7%.
Add onto these already impressive efficiency levels, leading MPPT algorithms, which were only able to be developed thanks to Fronius’ years of experience in the industry and you end up with an inverter which extracts more kWh per kW than almost every other inverter currently available.
The system is also able to generate greater output levels in shaded conditions than traditional string inverters, thanks to the Dynamic Peak Manager. Thanks to its adaptability and astonishing reliability this system is an ideal choice for those areas in remote locations, or on the fringe of the grid, where system reliability is a must. Put on top of that Fronius’ Australian-based service team and you can rest easy knowing that if something does go wrong, you’ll be waiting mere days, not months, for a replacement.
The 5 kW model is perfect for most residential installations as well as small scale commercial installations.
ALPHA ESS
AlphaESS is a leading global energy storage solution and service provider. The company specializes in residential and commercial applications and delivers pre-eminent products and fit-for-purpose solutions. AlphaESS has 10+ subsidiaries providing local services and 75000+ systems actively running in over 83 countries, enabling millions of people to live with reliable, accessible and clean energy.
Smile B3 Plus Battery
SMILE-B3 PLUS, specially designed for retrofit. Cost-effective, super easy to install, and capable for scale.
This AC-coupled solution with 5.04kWh built-in battery is available for all retrofit requirements, with a capacity expanded to 30.24 kWh.
Sungrow
Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd. a high-tech enterprise engaged in development of power supply equipment for renewable energy especially solar PV and wind power, provides grid-connected PV inverter, wind power converter, technical consultancy, system design and other relevant services.
SGR-SBR Battery Module-9.6kWh
The system consists of 3 x 3.2 kWh stackable battery modules pre-wired with LiFePO4 prismatic cells for added safety and stability.
Starting with 3 battery modules, up to 8 modules can be connected per system. In this way, from 9.6 kWh up to 25.6 kWh is available, the system can be expanded over time by adding battery modules or by paralleling up to 4 systems of 8 modules.
After installation, the hybrid inverter automatically recognizes and configures the battery.
The battery has been certified to the latest safety standards, including the stringent VDE2510-50. The system was also designed with more redundant measurement levels, for maximum safety.
TESLA
Powerwall is a battery that stores energy, detects outages and automatically becomes your home’s energy source when the grid goes down. Unlike generators, Powerwall keeps your lights on and phones charged without upkeep, fuel or noise. Pair with solar and recharge with sunlight to keep your appliances running for days.
Powerwall reduces your reliance on the grid by storing your solar energy for use when the sun isn’t shining. Use Powerwall alone or combine it with other Tesla products to save money, reduce your carbon footprint and prepare your home for power outages.
With easy installation and a minimalist design, Powerwall complements a variety of home styles. The compact, all-in-one construction features versatile mounting options for indoor or outdoor spaces.
Goodwe
GoodWe Smart Energy Management System (SEMS) is a cost-free monitoring platform which offers reliable operation of photovoltaic plants with maximum yield.SEMS allows operators to simultaneously monitor a diverse range of photovoltaic power plants in different locations in real time and control the installations. Extensive data processing, customized charts, and alarm and maintenance functions ensure that operators, operations managers and asset managers can comfortably and efficiently manage the systems, ensuring maximum yields.
SEMS includes a range of functions and features to ensure reliable operation and to deliver precise information to operators at the press of a button. It is accessible by multiple accounts with different levels of access for owners, installers and EPC companies.
Sungrow
FLEXIBLE AND FRIENDLY
Centralized PV plant management, low O&M cost
User-defined performance views, full plant supervision via muti-dimensional analysis
Flexible data access, Web portal & APP
SIMPLE AND EFFICIENT
Simple Network infrastructure, fast platform deployment
Real time fault analysis and report
Quick trouble shooting
SAFE AND RELIABLE
Hierarchical access management
Redundant data storage over the lifecycle of your plants
Fronius
With Solar.web, you can always keep an eye on your electricity consumption. All the information you need is available anytime, anywhere and you will be notified of any important events.
With the Solar.start app, you can get your inverter online quickly and easily. Once the app is installed, the setup wizard will guide you through all the necessary steps.
You will receive a detailed overview of your electricity consumption, allowing you to take targeted measures to reduce your costs.
Solar Analytics
Solar Analytics can access data from a variety of sources.
Integrating directly with the inverter and consumption meter is the simplest way to connect with no additional hardware required. Currently available with Fronius and Sungrow inverters, and more brands on the way.
Our Solar Smart Monitor can be used on any solar system to provide a complete range of options and additional functionality.
Solar and consumption data combined gives you the complete view of your home’s energy profile. Real time data collected in up to 5 second intervals tells you what is going on right now, and circuit level monitoring provides even more detail into specific loads and appliances. Upload your most recent electricity bill to enable accurate savings calculations.