The dream of an easy-to-install DIY solar solution becomes reality as i-Energy releases i-Protect

Taipei, Taiwan (ots) - i-Energy, pioneers in small scale and DIY
solar solutions, announces the launch of i-Protect, the world's
smallest AR-N-4105-compliant protection device. Together with the new
GT260 micro-inverter, i-Protect helps to form i-Energy's smart solar
home solution - an easy-to-install system built with the smallest and
lightest components on the market.

Light and compact, i-Protect sets a new standard for size and
function. It is currently the smallest protection device on the
market, approximately a third smaller than its competitors. In
addition to providing electrical protection between the micro-
inverter and the grid, i-Protect has an auto-mechanical switch off as
an enhanced layer of protection.

i-Protect provides voltage, frequency, and power protection to
meet AR-N-4105 and other regulatory requirements. The IP67-rated
design is air cooled and intended for both indoor and outdoor use. As
is typical of the components in i-Energy's smart solar home solution,
the mounting and connection are designed to be foolproof.

The new GT260 micro-inverter, which is at the center of i-Energy's
smart solar home solution, can provide 5 to 25% more energy per solar
module than string inverters and is designed to eliminate output
reduction caused by panel shading or surface debris. The new GT260 is
lightest micro-inverter on the market, and was engineered with
excellent heat dissipation for long-term reliability. Like i-
Protect, it uses convenient plug-and-play connections for simplicity
and safety.

In addition to being convenient to install i-Energy's smart solar
home solution includes i-Manager, which allows users to appreciate
the value, and the environmental contribution that their system
makes. This optional device collects power and performance data from
i-Energy micro-inverters. Installation is as easy as plugging the
unit into a household AC socket; i-Manager then automatically
searches for, connects to, and collects data from the micro-
inverters using power line communication. Information is displayed on
the i-Manager's screen with more extensive information viewable using
the i-Monitor service. This is an innovative newly developed web
portal, which provides real-time performance information in an
easy-to-read, graphic based format, available 24/7 and viewable on
both desktop and mobile browsers.

The compact size of i-Protect and the new GT260 micro-inverter
plus the focus on simple installation and monitoring, make i-Energy's
solution ideal for the growing self-install market and makes small-
scale installations more attractive for solar professionals. For
Germany in particular, the Renewable Energy Act 2014 is expected to
result in a solar energy surcharge targeting 10 kW and larger
installations. This makes the German regulation compliant i-
Protect, and i-Energy smart solar home solution, especially suitable
for use in smaller surcharge exempt PV installations in what is
currently the world's third largest solar market.

i-Energy CEO, Steven Huang, said: "This smart solar home solution
includes advanced technology to make the product lighter and smaller,
making it a market-leading solution. i-Energy's micro- inverter
solution is the best choice for solar DIY equipment. Customers can
start their system with only one solar panel with one micro-inverter
and one i-Protect. This means minimum upfront costs, enabling you to
put solar systems everywhere. We always design our solar products
from the end-user perspective." Each i-Protect unit can support a
maximum of 3.6 kW. i-Protect will be available from July 2014.

About i-Energy

Founded in 2009, i-Energy is a pioneer in advanced photovoltaic
power optimization and conversion products for residential and
commercial applications. The company is dedicated to the concept of
solar technology as a consumer green appliance; making Smart Energy
available to all. i-Energy's solar micro-inverter solutions offer
high reliability, increased energy optimization, enhanced safety,
simple installation, and easy servicing.

More information can be found at www.i-energyinc.com

MEDIA CONTACT:
Allyson Lin
Tel: +886-2-2545-8097 x68
Email: allyson.lin@i-energy.com.tw