Why don't solar panels generate AC?

Solar cells contain p and n type semiconductor on both side of the plate. The n type semiconductor side faces towards the sun but the other p side do not. As the sun light falls in form of photon falls on the n side of the solar cells the electron from the n side moves towards the p side of semiconductor. read more

You can buy AC or DC PV panels. Solar cells produce DC, but you can buy PV panels with built-in microinverters, which allow PV modules to produce AC directly. If you use DC PV panels (without internal microinverters), then you would need to have an external inverter to convert the DC power to AC power if you want to attach to an AC power grid. read more

See why Tony chose Origin for solar to cut electricity bills and save on energy from the grid. A family's story about going solar See why Michelle and Ken went solar to take control of their electricity bills and reduce their carbon footprint. read more