What is a Solar Tile?

‍What is a solar roof tile?

Unlike solar panels, which can be large and often unsightly additions to your home's roof, solar roof tiles are a far more aesthetically pleasing option. These smaller alternatives offer homeowners a way to seamlessly integrate solar power into their roof without detracting from the property's overall appearance. 

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Rather than requiring you to install large panels in your garden or mounting them on your roof, solar tiles replace a portion of your existing roof tiles. Despite their smaller size, they work the same way as standard solar panels, harnessing the sun's power to help you generate your own electricity. 

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The tiles will then typically be connected to an inverter in your garage, which will convert the generated DC electricity into usable AC electricity, which can then be used to power your home or charge a home battery system.

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What are the benefits of solar tiles over solar panels?

When it comes to using solar energy to power your home, why should you opt for a solar roof tile instead of a solar panel? Here are some of the biggest benefits they provide:

Design 

One of the most significant advantages of opting for solar tiles is that they are far more aesthetically pleasing than solar panels. The sleek and stylish finish blends seamlessly with your property, ensuring that passers-by will not even notice that your roof is packed with the latest solar technology! The features page covers the detail.

Less Maintenance

Not only is a solar tile more pleasing to the eye, but it also requires less maintenance in comparison to a standard solar panel. Unlike solar panels, these tiles are designed to withstand continuous exposure to harsh weather climates, ensuring that you can enjoy complete peace of mind that your property will be powered by sustainable energy for many years to come. Our article on integrating BIPV solar tiles into a roof profile covers this in more detail.

Versatile 

Another major benefit of solar roof tiles is that they are a highly versatile alternative to solar panels. Panels are typically large and heavy additions, which means they are not always suitable for every home. On the other hand, a solar tile is smaller and easier to install. This means that it not only places less strain on fragile structures but these tiles can also be used across smaller roofs or on uniquely shaped designs, ensuring they are a far more versatile solution.

Ready to discover the benefits of solar tiles?

With over three million rooftop solar systems installed across the country, Australia is the world leader in per-capita solar installations. However, finding the right solar roof tile for your home can take time and effort. That is why here at Volt, our mission is to redefine solar engineering through beautiful design and powerful products. 

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Our highly experienced team is made up of electrical, mechanical and software engineers and together, we have created the world's most powerful solar roof tile. We have carefully designed each tile to enhance your home's aesthetics and provide you with a more affordable and efficient alternative to cumbersome solar panels. 

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So if you want to live more sustainably and reduce your energy bills, get in touch with our Volt team today to find out how we can help you. You can also read about how solar roof tiles work.

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