APsystems will start shipping the DS3 microinverter series in the fourth quarter.The new dual-module, single-phase microinverters are suitable for almost any type of solar panel.With the DS3 microinverters, the manufacturer is targeting both residential and commercial solar energy applications.97 percent The DS3 series has an efficiency of 97 percent and can be seen for the first time in the Benelux during the Solar Solutions trade fair from 28 to 30 September.There are 2 models of the DS3 available as standard: the DS3-L with an output power of 730 volt-amperes and the DS3 with an output power of 880 volt-ampere.The DS3-H with an output power of 960 volt-amperes is also available on request.This makes the DS3 the most powerful dual-module microinverter in the world, according to APsystems.Any solar panel The DS3 series of microinverters is designed to connect to virtually any size and type of solar panel.From solar panels with 60 and 72 solar cells to solar panels with 120 and 144 halved solar cells and double-sided solar panels.2 solar panels can be connected per micro-inverter via 2 maximum power point trackers (mppts).With multiple output ranges available, installers can always find a DS3 microinverter model that fits the type, size and capacity of their chosen solar panel.In this way, the energy yield is increased and maximized.The new product line is also fully compatible with APsystems' existing QS1 and YC600 microinverters, as well as ECU-R, ECU-C and ECU-B gateway units.Reaction power control The DS3 is equipped with a so-called reactive power control (RPC) function.This allows the microinverter to communicate with the power grid.This is made possible via the Zigbee communication protocol, which also ensures the desired cybersecurity.The compact design has resulted in a lighter product, because the DS3 contains 20 percent fewer components.The components used are encapsulated with silicone to reduce stress on the electronics, relieve thermal dissipation, optimize waterproof properties and ensure maximum system reliability.APsystems has subjected the DS3 to extreme testing methods, including accelerated longevity testing.The new microinverters therefore meet all the requirements of the European Requirement for Generators (RfG).View the new DS3 microinverter series here in the Solar Magazine Product Finder.APsystems can be visited at booth C9.1 during the Solar Solutions trade fair.Free tickets can be ordered here with the code 'SOLARMAG'.The feed-in fees for Flemish consumers with solar panels and a variable feed-in contract have reached an absolute peak.This week in 'The hard figures' new market data from the VREG.Minister Jetten for Climate and Energy has sent the House of Representatives a second memorandum of amendment with which he wants to legally establish the obligation for energy companies to make annual metering.50 percent of Dutch solar panel installers state that they will have too little time to improve their liquidity position if the government introduces a zero VAT rate for solar panels as of 1 January 2023.The website of Solar Magazine, part of Dé Duurzaam Uitgeverij, uses functional and analytical cookies.This form of cookies has no impact on your privacy.Read the cookie policy here.