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Description

PV F-CHART is an all-encompassing software tool for analyzing and designing photovoltaic systems. This program offers estimates of monthly-average performance for every hour throughout the day. It employs calculation methods established by the University of Wisconsin, which effectively utilize solar radiation data while considering the statistical fluctuations in both radiation and energy loads. Additionally, it includes weather data for more than 300 locations, with the flexibility to integrate more data as needed. The program also features hourly load profiles for each month, adjustments for statistical load variations, time-of-day pricing for energy transactions, and comprehensive life-cycle economic analysis that includes cash flow considerations and monthly variations in parameters. By integrating these diverse functionalities, PV F-CHART stands out as a robust solution for photovoltaic system analysis.

Description

Swiftly create site capacity layouts for large-scale utility projects of various sizes by utilizing a click-and-drag interface, allowing you to position tracker blocks at any desired angle throughout the project area. Conduct more precise site evaluations in a shorter timeframe by examining all piers and confirming that trackers can be installed according to specifications. Remove uncertainty from the equation and observe how changes to structural and electrical elements influence system design and performance predictions. Produce automatic pier plans that include pier placements, surface elevations, and top-of-pile reports tailored for leading tracker systems such as Nextracker and Array Technologies. Additionally, the software can automatically create a PVSyst shade scene (.SHD) file, as well as a project file (.PRJ) and a meteo file (.MET). Once these files are generated, they can be opened in PVSyst to simulate the energy yield while considering topographical impacts. This streamlined process not only simplifies the design export to PVSyst but also enhances the accuracy of bankable energy yield modeling, making it an essential tool for project developers. The ability to visualize and adjust designs dynamically contributes significantly to optimizing project outcomes.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

AutoCAD No 

Integrations

AutoCAD Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$295 per month
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

F-Chart Software

Country

United States

Website

fchartsoftware.com/pvfchart/

Vendor Details

Company Name

PVComplete

Country

United States

Website

pvcomplete.com/pvcad-mega/

Product Features

Solar

2D/3D Drawing No 
Analytics / Reporting No 
Bill of Materials No 
CMMS No 
Estimating No 
Field Service Management No 
PV Animation No 
Permitting No 
Preventive Maintenance No 
Proposal Management No 
Solar Design No 
Solar Maintenance Management No 
Solar Monitoring No 
Solar Project Management No 
Solar Sales / CRM No 

Product Features

Solar

2D/3D Drawing No 
Analytics / Reporting No 
Bill of Materials No 
CMMS No 
Estimating No 
Field Service Management No 
PV Animation No 
Permitting No 
Preventive Maintenance No 
Proposal Management No 
Solar Design No 
Solar Maintenance Management No 
Solar Monitoring No 
Solar Project Management No 
Solar Sales / CRM No 

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