When it comes to managing solar energy at home, flexibility and control make all the difference — especially in Malaysia’s tropical climate and evolving energy landscape.
That’s where Hybrid Inverters shine. At Solartech, we use Hoymiles hybrid inverters, known for their smart, efficient energy management. The diagrams and visuals below are based on Hoymiles systems.
Unlike regular inverters that only convert DC solar power into AC for household use, hybrid inverters do more. They allow you to store energy in batteries, charge from the grid, and even connect to a diesel generator for full backup. You can tailor how your system behaves based on your lifestyle, energy tariffs, and power stability in your area.
Advantage of Hybrid Inverters
Simple to Use
All-in-one system — no need to manage separate devices. Great for beginners.
Highly Compatible
Works with various battery brands and setups for flexible energy planning.
Backup Power Ready
Keeps essential appliances running during blackouts — ideal for outage-prone areas.
Easy Monitoring
Track solar production, battery level, and energy use in real-time
Let’s explore the three powerful operation modes that hybrid inverters offer — and how they help you optimise energy use, save money, and stay prepared.
1. Self-Consumption Mode – Prioritise Solar First
This is the default mode for most solar battery systems. In Self-Consumption Mode, your system will prioritise using your solar energy to power your home — only pulling from the grid when absolutely necessary.
How It Works:
- During the day, solar power flows first to your home appliances.
- Any extra energy goes into charging your battery.
- Once your battery is full, only then will energy be exported to the grid (subject to homes under the NEM Rakyat program).
- After sunset, your battery takes over to supply your home. Once it’s low, the grid steps in.
Important for Malaysians:
With the NEM 3.0 scheme having ended on 30 June 2025, new solar system owners will no longer be able to sell excess energy to the grid. That makes self-consumption more valuable than ever — store and use your own solar energy efficiently, day and night.
2. Economical Mode – Optimise with Time-of-Use Tariffs
If you’re on TNB’s Time-of-Use (ToU) tariff, Economical Mode helps you save by shifting battery use around peak and off-peak hours.
Current Domestic Tariff Highlights (as of July 2025) :
- Usage ≤ 1,500kWh: 27.03 sen/kWh (flat)
- Usage > 1,500kWh:
- Off-Peak: 34.43 sen/kWh
- Peak: 38.52 sen/kWh
All day (Weekends & Public Holidays)
Read more on TNB Tariff’s Here
How Economical Mode Helps:
- Charge your battery at night using cheaper off-peak grid electricity.
- Discharge battery during expensive peak hours (2:00pm–10:00pm weekdays).
- Avoid high bills while keeping your home powered.
You can even customise usage patterns based on your lifestyle, seasons, or power needs. This mode is perfect for homes with high energy use or families wanting to actively manage energy costs.
3. Backup Mode – Be Prepared for Outages
In areas prone to frequent blackouts or voltage dips, Backup Mode ensures you always have energy when it matters most.
How It Works:
- Works similarly to Self-Consumption Mode.
- But you set a backup SOC (State of Charge)
- The system won’t let the battery discharge below the SOC, keeping energy reserved for emergencies.
This mode is ideal for rural homes, Airbnb stays, or anyone working from home who needs uninterrupted power for critical devices.
Why Hybrid Inverters Are Perfect for Malaysian Homes?
✅ Integrates seamlessly with solar + battery systems
✅ Supports generator backup for full off-grid capability
✅ Smart charging based on electricity pricing
✅ Battery-first logic to reduce reliance on TNB
✅ Flexible, efficient, and future-ready
Ready to Take Control of Your Home Energy?
Discover how Solartech’s HoyMiles Hybrid Inverter can maximise your solar investment and provide peace of mind — no matter the weather or grid condition.
Drop us a message to learn more or schedule a free consultation.
