can a panel generate enough voltage to run 120 volts without batteries??

[kenbob]

I have access to 6 panels that are rated at 43 voc and 445 watt each could they run 110 volts with good sunlight without batteries??just wondering i am new to all the solar and just trying to learn

 

[HarryN]

Solar panels output DC voltages. Similar to a battery is DC. (direct current ) The typical 120 volt that you are familiar with is 120 volt AC (alternating current )

Here is a Wikipedia article that provides a good explanation.

Direct current - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

In particular this graphic on the page is good. The DC is in red, the AC is in green.

Direct current - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

 

[MTM98290]

Those panels plus an inverter will give you 120v. Some inverets work without a battery, but most do not.

The simplest way I know of is to use a batteryless all in one inverter.

 

[Supervstech]

I have access to 6 panels that are rated at 43 voc and 445 watt each could they run 110 volts with good sunlight without batteries??just wondering i am new to all the solar and just trying to learn

Yes.

Will did a video on doing it.
He tied the panels to a large buck converter to output inverter voltage, and connected a inverter to it.
Ran power tools etc fine.