3Kw solar system price in Pakistan
Every person in Pakistan is worried about the abrupt increase in energy prices, especially electricity. Electricity is the most usable form of energy in small shops, homes, and restaurants. Pakistan is a solar energy-enriched country because the sunshine is available approximately 10 – 12 hours per day.
The main problem is to calculate the value of small systems such as 3Kw. The 3Kw system price in Pakistan varies due to different reasons. The main reason is that the solar system has only one component. It consists of Solar panels, batteries, and inverters mainly.
The cost of PV panels, batteries, and inverters varies from brand to brand. I will provide the best, detailed, and affordable 3Kw system price in this article.
Estimation of 3Kw system cost in Pakistan
This estimated cost can vary up to 5-10% according to your system structure, the cost of batteries, and the inverter.
| System Power | Cost per watt | Total cost |
|---|---|---|
| 3Kw | 149 | 446500 |
Detail of 3Kw solar system price in Pakistan
According to our experience, we gave an idea about the cost of the system. The cost of every component used in the system varies from time to time. So, the cost may vary up to some extent. The cost also depends on the brand of solar and inverter that’s used in the system.
| Component | Detail | Quantity | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| PV panels | Canadian 550W | 6 | 214500 |
| Inverter | Zwienic MAX – PV4200 | 1 | 125000 |
| Structure | L2/L3 Roof Mounted | 1 | 24000 |
| DC wires | 6mm | 1 | 25000 |
| AC/DC breaker box | 1 | 28000 | |
| Installation | 30000 |
Estimated production table of 3KW system in Pakistan
The estimated production is given when the system is working with full efficiency. These values can slightly vary due to different factors.
| Production | Value |
|---|---|
| System capacity | 3Kw |
| Per day production | 12 Units(Kwh) |
| Per year production | 4389 |
Appliance use on 3Kw solar system
This table will give the best idea to the consumer which home appliances he can use on a 3Kw system.
| Appliances | Number |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator | 1 |
| Water pump | 0 |
| Fan | 3 |
| Bulb(LED) | 8 |
| LED/TV | 1 |
| Washing Machine | 1 |
Payback period of 3Kw system in Pakistan
The payback period is the time required for the system to recover its total investment. The estimation of the payback period of the 3Kw solar system is given in the following table.
| Total cost of 3Kw solar system | 446500 |
| Units generation per month | 300-350 |
| Annual return (depends on the system) | 35% approximately |
| Payback period | 2 years approx. |
Home appliances power
The consumer should have to know about the power of appliances that he uses at home. Then he can take the idea about the solar system best for him. Mostly used appliances at home and their power is given in the following table.
| Appliances | Power(Varis with size of appliance) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ton inverter AC | 900-1000 |
| Iron | 1100 |
| Refrigerator | 400-750 |
| Water pump | 300-1000 |
| Fan | 120-150 |
| Bulb(LED) | 120-150 |
| LED/TV | 100-150 |
| Washing Machine | 200-300 |
Capacity of solar systems best for you in Pakistan
For the ease of the consumer, a brief table description is given. By the analysis of this table, the consumer chooses the best option according to his usage and saves the revenue.
| Units per month | Capacity of system |
|---|---|
| 300-350 | 3Kw |
| 500-600 | 5 Kw |
| 1100-1200 | 10 Kw |
| 1700-1800 | 15 Kw |
| 2300-2400 | 20Kw |
| 2800-3000 | 25 Kw |
| 3500-3600 | 30 Kw |
| 4000-4200 | 35 Kw |
Net metering in Pakistan
If your system is producing more power than your usage. Then you can sell your extra units to WAPDA by net metering. However, according to the rules of NEPRA, the minimum capacity of the solar system should be 5Kw for net metering. So, we can not use net metering on a 3Kw system.
Types of solar system
On-grid solar system
The solar system is working during the daytime due to sunlight. But in the evening the system does not work. The extra units produced during the time add to the WPDA supply via net metering. During the evening the consumer uses the WAPDA power. The benefits of the On-grid system are no need for batteries. So, the cost of the system was reduced.
Off-grid solar system
This type of solar system uses battery bank backup for evening and cloudy days. When the system-generating units are not used the energy stored in the batteries. During the evening, the system stops generating. Then the energy is used from the batteries.
This type of system is recommended for those consumers whose system is small.
Hybrid solar system
This is the combination of both on-grid and off-grid. The energy can be stored in batteries and extra goes to the WAPDA via net metering. This type of system mostly works in schools and colleges where the energy consumption period is short.
Inverters for 3Kw solar system
There are many companies of inverters of 3 Kva available in Pakistan. Some of which are best for the 3Kw system are given in the table with the price. Everyone can select the inverter according to their budget.
| Inverter | Cost (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Tesla HLE 3kw | 190000 |
| Zwienic MAX – PV4200 | 125000 |
| Tesla 3 KW-4000 | 150000 |
| Inverex- Nitorx 3kw | 270000 |
| Inverex- Version 3.2 II | 185000 |
FAQ’s
This article gives a detailed idea about the cost of a 3Kw solar system. I did detailed research about the article before writing it. I discussed the various parameters such as the net metering (green meter) policy of NEPRA with Engr. Ahmed Naveed has a lot of working experience in solar systems in Lahore.
The affordable 3Kw system price analysis is given. I have explained each component of the system in detail. Now you can choose the best option for your system according to your budget.
