Clipping
Clipping occurs when a solar system could produce more power than the inverter or module-level electronics can convert, so the excess energy is not captured.
Product(s)
TS4-A-O
Increase energy production with shaded & mismatched modules up to 725W
TS4-X-O
Maximize energy production and minimize O&M with optimization, monitoring and rapid shutdown all in one solution
EI Inverter (EU)
A battery storage ready hybrid inverter available in single phase and three phase options.
What does Clipping mean?
Clipping occurs when a solar system could produce more power than the inverter or module-level electronics can convert, so the excess energy is not captured.
What does solar clipping look like?
On a production graph, clipping often appears as a flat top during otherwise strong sun hours. Some clipping can be a normal design trade-off, but frequent or avoidable clipping can reduce lifetime energy value.
How it relates to Tigo
Tigo’s Microinverter Tax materials focus on how DC-optimized systems can reduce avoidable clipping, especially with high-wattage modules and batteries.
Related Tigo resources
- TS4-A-O
- TS4-X-O
- EI Inverter (US)
- EI Inverter (EU)
Related glossary terms
- Clipping Tax
- Inverter Clipping
- Module-Level Clipping
- DC:AC Ratio