Tech & Energy
Inverter Clipping Calculator
Modern arrays oversize DC vs AC inverter rating (DC:AC ratio 1.2-1.4). Beyond ~1.4 you lose output on peak days.
DC:AC ratio
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- Clipping (%)
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- Annual loss (kWh)
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- Verdict
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FAQ
Why oversize? +
Inverters rarely hit nameplate. Oversizing the array squeezes more energy out of the inverter on average days at the cost of clipping on peak ones.
Typical ratio? +
2026 best practice: 1.25-1.35 for grid-tied residential. Off-grid often goes 1.4+ since clipped energy is recoverable later via battery.