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Do You Want To Buy Solar Panels in Cairns?

Make fantastic savings on solar in Queensland with Hielscher Electrical’s innovative and excellent solar solutions. We are a CEC accredited installer and a Master Electrician member offering a range of high quality solar products and electrical services in Queensland’s Cairns (postcode 4870) and south region. Our broad network of solar and electrical professionals that specialise in residential and commercial solar installations means we deliver the best solar services throughout QLD.

Are you a resident of Cairns?

The details below provide output estimates for installing a solar system in Cairns as well as other useful solar energy related statistics and information pertinent to Cairns’ South region. For expert advice on solar and battery storage solutions that match your needs, contact our accredited Queensland team on 07 4033 0521.

Cairns’ Solar Power Resources

Ordinarily, Cairns experiences solar radiation levels of about 5.27 KWh daily per square metre. As such, solar power systems in Cairns ought to be installed facing the northern direction.

The most ideal panel angle ranges between 1° and 11° with an optimal angle of 6°. Generally, the actual installation angle for rooftop solar PV installation is determined by the roof’s inclination.

Other Relevant Cairns Info

Cairns’ coordinates includes 16.925397, 145.775178 with its weather station situated at Cairns Airport. On average, the weather station reports the following readings:

Solar radiation in Cairns: 5.27 kWh/sq m/day
Wind speed: 3.77 m/s
Air pressure: 98.64 kPa
Humidity: 75.29%
Air temperature: 24.39 degrees C
Earth temperature:25.22 degrees C

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Additional Notes On Solar System Performance In Cairns

The above figures are only estimates. For example, the retail price of electricity for households in Cairns is assumed to be 30c/kWh.

Projected Solar System Performance In Cairns

The following information only applies to unshaded and north-facing solar panels installed in Cairns and relates to solar components designed for Cairns’ weather conditions.

1.59kW (6 x 265 Watt solar PV system)

  • Average daily panel output in Cairns: 7.5384 kWh**
  • Minimum daily (monthly average) system output: 5.8482 kWh**
  • Maximum daily (monthly average) system production: 9.3258 kWh**
  • Average annual panel output: 2752 kWh**
  • Approximate annual electricity cost: $825 **
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3.18kW (12 x 265 Watt solar PV system)

  • Average daily system production in Cairns: 15.0768 kWh**
  • Minimum daily (monthly average) system output: 11.6964 kWh**
  • Maximum daily (monthly average) production: 18.6516 kWh**
  • Average annual output: 5505 kWh**
  • Estimated annual power cost: $1651 **
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5.3kW (20 x 265 Watt solar PV system)

  • Average daily system production in Cairns: 25.128 kWh**
  • Minimum daily (monthly average) solar system output: 19.494 kWh**
  • Maximum daily (monthly average) solar energy output: 31.086 kWh**
  • Average annual production of the system: 9175 kWh**
  • Estimated cost of this energy each year: $2752 **
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How Our Solar Power Service Works
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Step One:
Consultation and Design
We collaborate with you to design and deliver a system that meets your utility usage and needs, selecting from 66+ manufacturers so you do not have to compromise with your money or with your effort.
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Step Two:
We Deliver And Install
Whether you want to install the system or hire local contractors, managing yourself ensures the fastest return on your solar investment.We deliver a system that meets your utility usage and needs, We also selecting equipment from.
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Step Three:
We Configure And Monitor
Even after your system is installed operating, you can always count on Wholesale Solar to provide the support you need, just contact us at any time, and we will there for you. Whether you want to install the system or hire local contractors.
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We have a reliable team of experienced installers that service Cairns and its surroundings including Cairns’ South region.

For more information on affordable and first-class solar solutions in QLD, get a quick solar quote or check our super solar specials for excellent performing residential and commercial solar power systems tailored to suit your needs.

Home Storage Battery Systems in Cairns

Be a part of Cairns’ home energy battery storage revolution today! We provide and install superior quality, battery-ready solar PV systems in Cairns or the Cairns South region.

Contact our Queensland team today for a free solar site inspection and quote on your solar needs at 07 4033 0521.

Cairns Solar Overtaking Coal Fired Power

Solar system owners in Cairns’ postcode 4870 are unanimously avoiding the 32142 tonnes of coal-fired energy or 12857 tonnes of the gas-fired energy of carbon emissions produced annually; which equates to taking 4620 to 11538 vehicles off Cairns’ roads.

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