bandgap
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Can anyone help me understand the enphase spec for peak vs. continuous output? I have IQ8+ microinverters but this would apply to other enphase systems. The IQ8+ has peak output of 300w and max continuous power of 290w. But I'm seeing over 290w for pretty long periods of time. So my question is... what is the significance of the "continuous" rating? For example, is it related to the NEC definition of continuous load over 3 hours? I wonder what conditions will the power surpass 290w and for how long can it do so. If it's been at 295w for an hour will it then throttle back to 285w to make the average 290w?