Solar fundamentals
Industry Term

ATS (Automatic Transfer Switch)

A device that automatically transfers a power supply from its primary source to a backup source when it senses a failure or outage in the primary source.
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What is ATS (Automatic Transfer Switch)?

A device that automatically transfers a power supply from its primary source to a backup source when it senses a failure or outage in the primary source.

Why does ATS (Automatic Transfer Switch) matter in a solar project?

This term helps explain how a PV system is designed, installed, monitored, or operated. A clear definition keeps owners, installers, and inspectors speaking the same solar dialect.

How it relates to Tigo

Tigo ATS equipment transfers selected loads between grid and backup sources in compatible U.S. storage configurations.

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