ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Solar cable

Okay kiddo, have you ever seen solar panels on the roof or in a field that helps generate electricity? These solar panels need something called a solar cable to transfer the electricity that they produce.

A solar cable is a special type of wire that is designed to carry electricity generated by the sun safely and efficiently. It is made up of a few parts - firstly, it has a special kind of insulating material that protects the electricity flowing inside from getting out or coming in contact with anything else. Secondly, it is made of special materials that are heat and weather-resistant, so it can work perfectly even in extreme temperatures or weather conditions. This way, even if it's super hot outside or raining cats and dogs, the cable will not malfunction.

The amount of electricity that the solar panels generate is quite powerful, which means regular wires that we use in our homes cannot handle that amount of electricity. That's why solar cables are thicker than regular electrical cables. They are also designed to withstand the voltage and current associated with solar energy systems and protect people from electrical shock hazards.

In summary, kiddo, a solar cable is a special type of wire that is used to carry the electricity from the sun, generated by the solar panels, into our homes and buildings safely and efficiently, despite any weather conditions.