solar pannel Kit (1 Viewer)

[Ambilkate]

Just bought and fitted 80 watt solar pannel kit consisting of 80watt solar pannel,5meters cable, regulator and fittings £179.00.

 

[Ambilkate]

If anyone interested in this I dont know how to do a link but the sellers information is ecosolar2011 on ebay and the one we opted for was the PV 80watt Solar Panel Mono Barge/shed/caravan Kit/eco £165.99, we opted for the 20amp controller instead of a 10amp they charged us an extra £10. We picked it up from there premises in Bromsgrove on the way back from the Malvern show. One comment the brackets they sell with package were galvanised steel, so we went to BQand bought alliminium angle strip. The only thing extra you need is the roof cable entry gland twin, which you can get of ebay for around £9.

 

[dellwood33]

Well done :thumb:
Hope you kept the ladder steady for SWMBO, Bill

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[tonka]

Aint we clever then.......

Dont you just love a NOISE FREE power source...

 

[Techno]

Doesn't mention adhesive in the kit? Spec says 4amp max which seems low compared to other 80 watt panels normally 4.5

Could be a plus being square rather than rectangular for some spaces

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[chrisgreen]

£2.23 a watt:thumb:

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[Road Runner]

Kate

http://members.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewUserPage&userid=ecosolar2011

http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/ecosolar2011/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686

 

[Ambilkate]

Aint we clever then.......

Dont you just love a NOISE FREE power source...

You said it Steve, NOISE FREE, after being Chriss Green's nieghbour at Malvern with his battery charger (GOOD IDEA CHRISS JUST NOT FOR US) we went for the silent option. We did look at the solar panels at the show but our budget would not allow those sort of prices.

 

[Ambilkate]

Doesn't mention adhesive in the kit? Spec says 4amp max which seems low compared to other 80 watt panels normally 4.5

Could be a plus being square rather than rectangular for some spaces

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Yes this did include adhesive.

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[Ambilkate]

Kate

http://members.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewUserPage&userid=ecosolar2011

http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/ecosolar2011/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686

Thanks for the link John. When we next at a meet together will you show me how to do that

Kate x

 

[ShiftZZ]

Interesting post.

I have just enquired with three dealers and the price of fitting 2 x 80W Solar panels and the solar reg, mounting feet, display, fitting etc,,,

One dealer offered me his service at £1055.

At Least Dick Turpin Wore A Mask!!!!!!


People, get real, I am not going to pay £1055 for 2 panels,,,

 

[Ambilkate]

Well done :thumb:
Hope you kept the ladder steady for SWMBO, Bill

Hi Dick, What does SWMBO stand for ? Bill wants to know

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[ShiftZZ]

Hi Dick, What does SWMBO stand for ? Bill wants to know

She Who Must Be Obeyed (AKA Old Mo)

 

[chrisgreen]

Hi Dick, What does SWMBO stand for ? Bill wants to know

she who must be obeyed:thumb:

 

[Ambilkate]

Doesn't mention adhesive in the kit? Spec says 4amp max which seems low compared to other 80 watt panels normally 4.5

Could be a plus being square rather than rectangular for some spaces

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Hi Techno100, I am not a techo person, what would the .5 difference mean to us please.

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[chrisgreen]

Hi Techno100, I am not a techo person, what would the .5 difference mean to us please.

dont worry by my reconing they both put out the same @12v?:thumb:
about 6.6amps

 

[Wildman]

different panels have slightly different charge rates, but 80W is at what voltage? so many variables could mean 4 amp at 17.5v or at 12v which is different, without the full spec it it difficult to compare. don't worry about it. You will hardly ever see it charge at 4amp anyway. Only half (.5) of an amp going in today because it was a grey damp day from our 80W panel. Time to fit another panel ready for some winter usage.

 

[Ambilkate]

She Who Must Be Obeyed (AKA Old Mo)

I like that

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[Ambilkate]

different panels have slightly different charge rates, but 80W is at what voltage? so many variables could mean 4 amp at 17.5v or at 12v which is different, without the full spec it it difficult to compare. don't worry about it. You will hardly ever see it charge at 4amp anyway. Only half (.5) of an amp going in today because it was a grey damp day from our 80W panel. Time to fit another panel ready for some winter usage.

Thanks Roger, we had the 20amp coontroller so we could add another panel when our pocket money allows. the extra pannel is around £135.00ish.:thumb:

 

[Road Runner]

You said it Steve, NOISE FREE, after being Chriss Green's nieghbour at Malvern with his battery charger (GOOD IDEA CHRISS JUST NOT FOR US)

Cor that's a good un Kate

Most cant think of a good excuse not to be parked up next to Chris:wooo:

 

[wizzer59]

Well done guys:thumb: Ive just got exactly the same one (thanks to Silkcut1105) but have yet had the time to fit, let me know how you get on with it please:thumb:

Tim

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[chrisgreen]

yours:thumb:

Technical Data
Specifications:
Dimensions: 80cm x 81cm x 3.4cm
Weight (approx): 9 kg

Tuv Class Two IEC 612 15
CE Marked
ISO 9001
IEC 61215 / IEC61730 - 1 / IEC/61730 - 2
No. of Cells and connections: 36 series
Nominal Voltage: DC 12V Automatic recognition
Flash tested at 715V DC
Series Fuse Rating: 5Amp
Surface max load capacity: 60m/x (200kg/sq.m)
Ball bearing resistant at 1 meter
5 meters 4mm cable



Electrical:
Max Power: 80WP
Open Circuit Voltage (V): 12/24
Short Circuit Current (A): 4.45
Max. Power voltage (V): 20
Max. Power Current (A): 4
Absolute Maximum Rating:
Operating Temperature: -40 to +80 Degrees
Lighting Hours: Maximum 18 hours per day
Battery type: Any rechargeable


the other one :thumb:



Encapsulation Glass/EVA/Cells/EVA/TPT
Cell Configuration 36/4x9 pcs Cell Size 125mm x 125mm
Maximum Power 80W Tolerance +- 5%
Voltage @ max power (Vmp) 18V
Current @ max power (Imp) 4.65A
Open circuit voltage (Voc) 21.6V
Short circuit current (Isc) 5.0A
Max system open voltage 1000V Diodes Blocking / Bypass
Operating temperature -40 to +85 °C Relative humidity 0 to 100%
Dimensions 1105mm x 540mm x 30mm
Weight 7.4kg

 

[Ambilkate]

yours:thumb:

Technical Data
Specifications:
Dimensions: 80cm x 81cm x 3.4cm
Weight (approx): 9 kg

Tuv Class Two IEC 612 15
CE Marked
ISO 9001
IEC 61215 / IEC61730 - 1 / IEC/61730 - 2
No. of Cells and connections: 36 series
Nominal Voltage: DC 12V Automatic recognition
Flash tested at 715V DC
Series Fuse Rating: 5Amp
Surface max load capacity: 60m/x (200kg/sq.m)
Ball bearing resistant at 1 meter
5 meters 4mm cable



Electrical:
Max Power: 80WP
Open Circuit Voltage (V): 12/24
Short Circuit Current (A): 4.45
Max. Power voltage (V): 20
Max. Power Current (A): 4
Absolute Maximum Rating:
Operating Temperature: -40 to +80 Degrees
Lighting Hours: Maximum 18 hours per day
Battery type: Any rechargeable


the other one :thumb:



Encapsulation Glass/EVA/Cells/EVA/TPT
Cell Configuration 36/4x9 pcs Cell Size 125mm x 125mm
Maximum Power 80W Tolerance +- 5%
Voltage @ max power (Vmp) 18V
Current @ max power (Imp) 4.65A
Open circuit voltage (Voc) 21.6V
Short circuit current (Isc) 5.0A
Max system open voltage 1000V Diodes Blocking / Bypass
Operating temperature -40 to +85 °C Relative humidity 0 to 100%
Dimensions 1105mm x 540mm x 30mm
Weight 7.4kg

Thanks for all the info Chriss. I hope it helps all the other funsters who want to go solar on a budget.

 

[tonka]

Leaving all the techie stuff aside.. Comparing panels and amps etc..

I first installed one of these DIY over 18 months ago from that supplier.. It has done me proud and I know several people who have bought the same kits and done their own..
Let's face it at sub £200 for an 80w system it's got to be right.. A bit of installation advise off the forums and get on and save yourself some cash..

It's just great when you go on campsites, especially abroad, and can save 4-5 euro a day for electric charges.. and for us that do regular rallies and shows it's a real worthwhile investment...

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[dellwood33]

Hi Dick, What does SWMBO stand for ? Bill wants to know

She Who Must Be Obeyed

 

[Ambilkate]

Leaving all the techie stuff aside.. Comparing panels and amps etc..

I first installed one of these DIY over 18 months ago from that supplier.. It has done me proud and I know several people who have bought the same kits and done their own..
Let's face it at sub £200 for an 80w system it's got to be right.. A bit of installation advise off the forums and get on and save yourself some cash..

It's just great when you go on campsites, especially abroad, and can save 4-5 euro a day for electric charges.. and for us that do regular rallies and shows it's a real worthwhile investment...

Thanks Steve (Tonka) if it wasnt for you giving us the info(and a push after listening to all the genni noises at Malvern) of the site on ebay and a diagram how to fit it we would still be paying for electric. It will soon pay for itself. hope you enjoying France :thumb: