SolarTinker Labs

A new dimension for your solar ideas

Catch the sun
between the shadows.

Build a little world. Move the panels, follow the shade, and explore how solar fits your day.

Is balcony solar worth it? →Open the 3D Viewer Prefer the classic interface? →

Free to explore · Runs in your browser · Experimental models

Your space. Your sunshine. Actual views from SolarTinker Labs.

Choose your workspace

New possibilities. Familiar tools.

In active development
NEW · LABS

SolarTinker 3D Viewer

Try a cabin, RV or balcony. Explore panel placement, wiring, shade, storage and modeled bill savings in one interactive scene.

SolarTinker 3D viewer interface with a cabin, rooftop panels, site settings and solar-time controls
3D scenesLive heatmapsEnergy & savings
Explore Labs
CLASSIC INTERFACE

Solar Optimizer

Return to the original solar simulation workspace, with the familiar controls and workflows from the training videos.

Classic Solar Optimizer interface showing six connected panels and an MPPT on a roof planOpen Classic Optimizer →
SCHEMATIC WORKSPACE

Solar Schema

Keep sketching your ideas with the original panel, controller, battery and inverter schematic tool.

Solar Schema interface showing two panels wired to an MPPT controller and batteryOpen Solar Schema →

Keep learning

The original walkthroughs, right here.

These videos cover the classic tools. The new Labs viewer has its own setup wizard and field help.

Solar Schema Overview

Solar Optimizer Tutorial