Plug-in Solar is Coming
What is plug-in solar?
Plug-in solar is exactly what it sounds like. A compact solar kit that generates electricity from sunlight and feeds it directly into your home through a standard wall socket.
The InstaGen plug-in solar kit comprises three components working together:
- Two high-performance 435W bifacial all-black solar panel, the same panel used in our full roof installations
- An 800VA microinverter that converts the solar energy into usable electricity compatible with your home’s mains supply
- A flexible mounting frame that attaches to gardens, balconies, railings, walls, and other surfaces*, with a manually adjustable tilt angle to maximise generation
Two panels connected to one microinverter can generate up to 800W, which across a day of reasonable sunlight can meaningfully offset your electricity consumption.
The InstaGen Plug-in Solar Package
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2x InstaGen Solar PanelsThe core of the system - converts sunlight into electricity. Durable, weather-resistant, and built to perform in the UK climate, whether mounted on a balcony, fence, or standing on the ground. -
Mounting KitA sturdy metal frame that lets you position your panel exactly where you need it. No tools or professional fitting required. -
MicroinverterConverts the DC electricity generated by the panel into AC electricity your home can actually use. It plugs straight into a standard wall socket, feeding power directly into your home's electrics - safely and automatically.
Why Choose InstaGen?
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InstaGen, from InstaGroupInstaGen is part of InstaGroup, a British business with over 45 years of experience delivering energy efficiency solutions across the UK. We design, supply, and install our own products, which means we control quality at every stage and can support you properly after installation. -
One system, one supplierSolar panels, battery storage, heat pumps, and insulation all come from a single provider. Everything is designed to work together, managed through one app, with one team to call if you ever need support. -
UK-based technical supportOur support team is based in the UK and available before, during, and after your installation. No call centre loops. No being passed between departments. -
Proven in UK conditionsWe only specify and install products we are confident will perform in the British climate, across a range of property types and energy setups.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, though output will be lower than on a bright day. The InstaGen panel is a bifacial design with strong weak-light performance, meaning it continues to generate in overcast conditions rather than stopping entirely.
You must notify your Distribution Network Operator when the Plug-in Solar system is connected and if it is permanently disconnected.
Yes. Because the system requires no permanent structural changes, it can be dismounted and reinstalled at a new property.
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*The system may be installed only in the mounting arrangements specifically approved by InstaGen. Installation suitability will depend on the supporting structure, fixing method, building height, wind exposure and surface material. Please check the installation instructions before installing the product. Do not install the system on timber balconies, timber cladding, aluminium composite material cladding, metal composite material cladding, high-pressure laminate cladding, or buildings undergoing relevant fire-safety remediation. Additional restrictions may apply near property boundaries, escape routes and areas where fire could spread.