Per-Module Clipping
Per-module clipping is clipping that happens independently at each solar module because each module has its own output limit.
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
What does Per-Module Clipping mean?
Per-module clipping is clipping that happens independently at each solar module because each module has its own output limit.
How is per-module clipping different from array-level clipping?
With per-module clipping, one high-performing module can be capped even if the rest of the system has room. With array-level clipping, the combined output is evaluated at the inverter, so mixed orientations and uneven production can smooth each other out.
How it relates to Tigo
Tigo’s comparison of DC-optimized systems and AC architecture highlights the design impact of per-module output caps.
Related Tigo resources
- TS4-A-O
- TS4-X-O
Related glossary terms
- Module-Level Clipping
- Aggregate Power Smoothing
- Clipping Tax
- High-Wattage Module