5 Kilowatt Solar Panel System: Price, Types, Specifications, and Subsidy

UTL Solar provides:

• 2-10 years warranty on solar inverters.
• 25 years warranty on solar panels.

3-5 years warranty on inverter batteries (Lead-acid battery) and 10 years (Lithium Ion battery).

Battery Replacement:
Batteries need to be replaced every 4-5 years.

Inverter Replacement:
Inverters may need replacing over time, depending on usage and wear.

Maintenance Costs:

• Solar Panels: Need to be cleaned once a month for optimal performance.

Batteries: Require water topping every few months.

To prevent your 5kW rooftop solar system from getting damaged or blown away in a storm, make sure the mounting structure is made of galvanized iron (GI). This material can withstand strong winds. Be cautious of inexperienced installers who might use low-quality materials and compromise the system’s durability.

Solar panels can generate limited electricity during periods with no sunlight in winters. However, if sunlight directly hits the panels, they can generate electricity at maximum capacity even during winter.

The choice depends on the location of your home or office and the local power supply status.

• On-Grid Solar Systems: Best for cities with regular power supply.
• Off-Grid Solar Systems: Best for villages and remote areas with little to no power supply.

Hybrid Solar Systems: Ideal for towns with frequent power outages.

Apart from solar panels, solar inverter, and inverter batteries(if required), you will need the following accessories. 

• Fasteners
• Clamps
• Wires
• MC4 connectors
• ACDB and DCDB boxes
• Lightning Arrester

1. Install a solar setup.
2. Apply for net metering with your local Discom.
3. Submit necessary documents and get a bi-directional meter installed.
4. Export surplus energy to the grid and receive credits on your electricity bill.

Call UTL solar experts to get all the help you need in claiming government subsidy on the 5kW solar system in India.

Yes, you can use Lithium-Ion batteries. They are efficient, have a long lifespan, and can store a lot of energy. Ensure the battery capacity matches your energy needs and that your inverter is compatible with Lithium-Ion batteries.

Mono PERC 540W solar panels are ideal for a 5 kW solar plant setup because it takes less space and is more efficient. You can also go for 340W solar panels, but you will need to buy 15 panels for a 5kW setup.

You need at least 30 Sq. Mtr. of shadow-free space to install a 5kW solar plant.

Generally, you need a solar panel rating of at least 1.5 times the water pump capacity. For a 5HP water pump, you need to install a 7.5kW solar setup for an uninterrupted water supply.

• Large Houses (4-5 floors): Suitable for homes and offices with multiple appliances including ACs.
• Small Businesses: Ideal for businesses with high energy consumption, like ice cream shops needing refrigeration. 
• Farms: Useful for properties with water pumps where energy consumption is high for irrigation purposes.

Small-Scale Mills: Suitable for atta chakki mills, reducing operational costs by providing a renewable energy source.

The dust particles can prevent the full sunlight absorption which can significantly reduce the efficiency of the solar panels. You might also see a higher electricity bill than before because of the reduced efficiency.

On a bright sunny day, a 5kW solar system can generate 20-25 units per day.