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PV INV

Symbols

Photovoltaic inverter

A photovoltaic inverter converts a documented PV DC input into an AC output and provides the selected PV control functions. Its schematic keeps DC strings, AC connection and control/protection interfaces distinct.

Drawing use: SLD / Schematic
Application: Microgrid systems
Reference family: Manufacturer

A distinction that matters

A PV inverter is different from a battery converter even when both connect to the same AC bus.

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PV GEN

Symbols

Photovoltaic generator

A photovoltaic generator represents the electrical production of PV cells or modules. On an SLD it is linked to documented series/parallel strings, DC protection and the inverter interface.

Drawing use: SLD / Schematic
Application: Microgrid systems
Reference family: IEC / Manufacturer

A distinction that matters

The PV generator is a DC generating function; the inverter produces the documented AC interface.

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