The system capacity depends on technology being modeled. Note that Solar Advisor converts the capacity value to kW before using it in the calculation.
Table 40. Rated system capacity values for each technology.
Technology |
System Capacity |
Input Page |
PV SAM Performance Models |
Total Array Power (Wdc) |
|
PV PVWatts |
DC Rating (kW) |
|
CSP Parabolic Trough |
Rated Turbine Net Capacity (MWe) |
|
CSP Power Tower |
Nameplate Capacity (MWe) |
|
CSP Dish Stirling |
Total Capacity (kW) |
|
Generic Fossil |
Nameplate Capacity (kWe) |