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Key Takeaways
1Solar PV panel symbols on schematics show the array configuration — series strings within each MPPT, plus parallel string connections at the combiner box.
2PV inverter symbols differentiate single-phase (G98, up to 3.68 kW) from three-phase (G99, above 3.68 kW) — DNO notification requirements differ.
3Battery energy storage system (BESS) symbols include the inverter, battery modules and battery management system (BMS) — typically AC-coupled or DC-coupled to the PV array.
4EV distribution board symbols are dedicated DBs serving one or more EV chargers per BS 7671 Section 722 — with load management, dynamic balancing, and Type A RCD or RDC-DD protection per 722.531.
5Standby generator symbols include the generator (G in a circle), the automatic transfer switch (ATS), and the fuel/gas supply indicator.
01 · Symbol Reference
Solar PV + Renewables Symbols — Complete Symbol Set
Below are every solar pv + renewables symbols on the Elec-Mate symbol library, drawn to BS EN 60617. Right-click any symbol to save the SVG, or use the AI Diagram Builder to drag them directly into a circuit drawing.
Solar PV Panel
A solar photovoltaic panel. Typical residential modules 360-450 W. Arrays wired in series strings (matching inverter MPPT voltage window) and parallel to scale capacity.
A solar PV inverter converting DC from the array to AC for grid synchronisation. Single-phase up to ~3.68 kW (G98), three-phase above (G99). Hybrid types include battery interface.
Used in: Loft, plant room, garage wall; close to consumer unit for short AC tails.
A battery energy storage system (BESS) — typically lithium iron phosphate (LFP). Sizes 5-15 kWh domestic, up to MWh commercial. AC-coupled or DC-coupled to PV.
A dedicated distribution board for one or more EV chargers — usually with load management, dynamic load balancing, and Type A RCDs or RDC-DD per BS 7671 722.531.
Used in: Multi-bay car parks, fleet depots, apartment block charging; serves 3-100+ chargers.
Every solar PV, battery storage and renewable energy symbol — drawn to BS EN 60617 with BS 7671 Section 712 (prosumer) and MCS cross-references.
Each symbol is drawn to BS EN 60617 — the UK adoption of the international IEC 60617 standard for graphical symbols on electrical diagrams. The same symbols appear on EICR forms, distribution board schedules, single-line schematics and installation layout drawings.
Looking for symbols in a different category? See the full BS EN 60617 symbol library covering switches, sockets, lighting, distribution, safety, containment, equipment, mechanical, renewables, controls and architectural symbols.
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