The 180W solar panel has a controller and is ready to charge a battery or to be used as a solar generator.
Zamp Solar in the U.S. manufactures the Monocrystalline
foldable solar panel. It comes with two 90 watt solar modules. This is a
suitcase with own handle for carrying, portable, easy to set up and
takes little space when transporting.
This 180W solar panel kit contains 2 x 90 Watt solar
modules and removable MC4 connector cables.
It also comes with alligator clamps, cables, as well as a
10 Ampere charge controller.
You can use the solar panels for many years without faults, defects or operating failures.
It has a warranty of up to twenty five years.
On a clear day and 7 hours sunlight in high-summer,
you can generate about 1.2 Kilowatt.
This is 7 x 180 watt = 1,26KiloWatt.
Allow for a 15% loss and you get 1, 26 X 85/100 = 1,071 Kilowatt
Ignore the 0,071 and you have 1 Kilowatt.
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Max Watt: 180Watt.
Open-Circuit Volts (Voc): 21.6V
Optimum Operating Volts (Vmp): 17.8V
Optimum Operating Current (Imp): 4.5A
Short-Circuit Current (Isc): 4.95A
Weight: 34.35 lbs.
Dimensions:
Open; 40” x 39.5“x 1.5” inches.
Folded; 20” x 39.5“x 3" inches.
The 180W solar panel comes with a 25-year output warranty.
The 180W solar module is multi-functional. It runs interior lights, charge laptops and handheld devices. It also runs fridges and fans.
It works for RVs, trucks, campers, and boats.
This solar panel module comes with an integrated 5 Stage 15 Amp solar charge controller.
This is a PWM charge controller.
The mounting of the controller is on an EZ-View bracket.
You can take the bracket swing it out and take the reading. When you let go the
controller will swing back into position.
It can plug into a solar panel port on a camper if
provided. It can also connect directly to the battery terminals by making use
of the alligator clips.
The solar charge controller protects the battery from
overcharging. It turns on and off depending on the status of the battery.
It will also ensure safe operation during surges and
overcharge.
It has a digital display and LED indicator. The lights provide
charging information w.r.t. the battery.
Use it for charging 12V batteries.
Set up takes less than 5 minutes.
You take the 180w solar panel out of the box. Then you
unzip the bag. Now you unfold the panel.
Then it is a matter of adjusting the tilt legs and directing the module to the sun. Connect the wire to batteries, and you are receiving free energy from the sun.
To make the panel fully operational you will need a charge controller and battery.
Also an inverter if we want to run ac appliances.
To size the battery you divide the total watts by volts.
This is 180 watt x 6 hours of sunlight(Determined by the area you live.) X .85 for loss/ 12 volt x 2 for depth of discharge.
This is 180 x 6 x .85 / 12 x 2 = 153 Ampere Hours .
A 160 Ah battery will be good.
Size the inverter; Decide the maximum watts to utilize at once.
The maximum output is 125 watts.
By rule of thumb you use an inverter 1.25 to 1.5 times more than highest watt.
Here work with 180 X 1.5 = 270 watt. A 300 watt inverter will work well.
Each solar kit includes a 16-foot wire with detachable alligator clamps on the end.
You can connect the solar kit to the battery with the alligator clips.
Many RV's come prewired for solar with an integrated solar port. If this is the case you detach the alligator clips. It reveals a plug that fits into the integrated solar port.
Now you can connect without using the alligator clips.
Make sure the cables are not damaged to maintain a good working condition.
It is important to clean the surface of the solar panel
Use a damp cloth to do so.
If needed buy a proper solar cleaning liquid. |
Also buy a a good solar brush to clean the surface of the module. |
Dirty panels lead to a drop in efficiency.
Professional persons have to perform other maintenance functions.
This 180W solar panel is light and easy to carry and set up. It gives high output and operation of the charge controller makes it convenient to use.
The alligator clips and MC4 connectors are handy to use.
Design is neat and clean and the modules are well built and sturdy.
The 180W solar panel is affordable. The price is within limit and you buy an efficient system. The panel delivers a more than satisfactory output. |
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