Description
DIY Solar Kit with Enphase IQ8HC Microinverters – Permit Ready, CEC Compliant
Lower your electric bill with a permit-ready, CEC-compliant DIY solar kit designed for homeowners, cabins, and small businesses. This complete kit includes premium 445W-class solar panels, Enphase IQ8HC microinverters, IQ Combiner 5 with IQ Gateway, Tamarack racking, and RT-MINI mounting bases — everything you need to install your own solar system.
This plug-and-play system delivers reliable, grid-tied solar power and is fully compliant with PG&E NEM 3.0 and CEC requirements, with built-in rapid shutdown and seamless monitoring via the Enphase Enlighten app.
What’s Included
- High-efficiency Tier-1 monocrystalline solar panels (~445W each, quantity based on system size)
- Enphase IQ8HC microinverters (CEC-compliant, rapid shutdown ready)
- Enphase IQ Combiner 5 with IQ Gateway PCBA and pre-installed hold down kit
- Tamarack flush-mount racking system (rails, clamps, L-feet)
- RT-MINI self-flashing mounting bases (for secure conduit and rail attachment)
- AC trunk cables, end caps, and required wiring accessories
- Permit-ready engineering diagrams and spec sheets
- Battery-ready — add Enphase batteries now or later
- Installation manual and setup support resources
Who This Kit Is For
This Enphase IQ8HC-based DIY solar kit is ideal for:
- Homeowners installing their own solar
- DIYers needing permit-ready, CEC-compliant kits for California utilities (PG&E, SDG&E, SCE) and NEM 3.0
- Contractors and electricians offering solar installations
- Small businesses and cabins looking for battery-ready AC-coupled solar
Key Benefits
- Grid-tied, AC-coupled solar kit with full Enphase monitoring
- Designed for CEC compliance and PG&E NEM 3.0
- Battery-ready for future expansion
- Permit-ready — pass inspection the first time
- Includes support from SolarTown’s solar experts
Available System Sizes
Choose the system size that fits your energy needs. All kits use high-efficiency ~445W panels.
| Panel Count | Approx. System Size | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 10 panels | 4.45 kW | Small homes or cabins |
| 12 panels | 5.34 kW | Small homes |
| 16 panels | 7.12 kW | Average homes |
| 20 panels | 8.9 kW | Average homes |
| 24 panels | 10.7 kW | Larger homes |
| 28 panels | 12.46 kW | Larger homes, high energy use |
| 30 panels | 13.35 kW | Whole-home power |
Installation Notes
Designed for asphalt shingle roofs (flush mount). Other roof types? Contact us for customization.
Installation requires basic electrical knowledge — or partner with a licensed local electrician.
System Components
This kit includes:
- Premium ~445W Tier-1 monocrystalline solar panels (exact brand may vary)
- Enphase IQ8HC microinverters
- Enphase IQ Combiner 5 with IQ Gateway
- Tamarack flush-mount racking kit (rails, mid clamps, end clamps, L-feet)
- RT-MINI self-flashing mounting bases
- AC trunk cables, end caps, and wiring accessories
- Installation manual and setup support resources
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