Prompt
Are there any electrical design and shading analysis tools that focus on 3D models and solar proposals?
Latest observation
Yes — there are several tools in that space, especially for solar PV design, 3D modeling, shading analysis, and proposal generation. The exact fit depends on whether you want roof-only residential design, commercial/utility-scale layouts, or electrical design plus sales proposals.
Common tools in this category
- Aurora Solar
Strong for 3D roof modeling, shading analysis, production estimates, electrical design, and customer proposals. - HelioScope
Popular for commercial PV design; good for 3D layout, shading, and energy modeling. - PV*SOL
Well known for detailed system simulation, 3D shading analysis, and technical design. - SolarEdge Designer
Useful for designing systems around SolarEdge hardware, including layout and electrical configuration. - PVsyst
More engineering-focused; widely used for detailed performance simulation and shading studies. - OpenSolar
Free/low-cost proposal and design platform with 3D modeling and sales tools. - NREL SAM
More for modeling and analysis than proposal generation, but useful for performance and economics.
If you want “3D + proposal” specifically
The most common options are:
- Aurora Solar
- OpenSolar
- HelioScope (more design than sales)
- PV*SOL (more technical than sales)
If you want stronger electrical design
Look more at:
- PVsyst
- HelioScope
- PV*SOL
- SolarEdge Designer if you use their equipment
If you want, I can also give you a comparison table by price, ease of use, accuracy, and best use case.
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