13 Watt General Purpose Solar Module
April 2, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Delivering a peak 13.5 watts, this single-crystal, tempered glass module is useful for any 12-volt charging applications. Features include weathertight construction, a sturdy anodized aluminum frame with four adjustable mounting tabs, a standard 36 cells in series, built-in reverse-current diode, and 7-foot wire pigtail output with colored-coded clips. Good for trickle battery recharging on RVs, farm equipment, boats, and a perfect match with the Aquasolar 700 pump for backyard fountains. China. Rated Watts: 13 watts @ 25 degree C Rated Power: 17.5 volts. 710 mA Open circuit Volts: 18.0 volts @ 25 degree C Short Circuit Amps: 750 mA @ 25 degree C L x W x D: 15.1″ x 14.4″ x 1.0″ Construction: single crystal, tempered glass Warranty: 90 Days Weight: 3.5lb/1.6 kg
Coleman CL 1200 18 Watt 15 Volt Solar Panel Battery Charger Maintainer 72003
March 30, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
Coleman Solar Charger CL-1200 charges your batteries in your remote cabin, RV or during your camping trip. It’s perfect match for replacing the daily power consumption of 12V lighting systems and appliances such as coolers, small TV’s or laptops. It can also be used for charging small backup power systems.The Coleman Solar Charger provides immediate charge when exposed to daylight, even on cloudy days.
User Ratings and Reviews
4 Stars Solar Generator
I have set this solar panel behind a skylight window in my attic and connected it to a deep cycle battery in my basement. Everything has been working fine, but the solar panel doesn’t have the wattage to do a complete recharge in 1 day. This was a good starter project to learn about creating a solar generator for a small investment. The panel is producing 18 watts as stated. 11/23/07 update: This panel is still working, but I was noticing discharge on the battery after the charge indicator went off, I did research and found even though the connected devices were either turned off or not pluged in a drain could occur and the recommended solution was to add a switch. I used an electric switch for my solution. Now I have changed the hookup of all devices connected except for the controller to be attached via one connection which has a switch on the positive wire, by using the switch to shut off the attach devices I have impoved the charging of the battery. Since changing the configuration this setup has gotten better and I have achived a max charge via the charge controller indicator lights, 14.2 volts.
5 Stars kirk
Very very good panel I am new to solar energy but i am using this panel for almost a month and it is working good. I am using it to charge a 1000 amp deep cycle battery. It is not much to charge such a battery if i were to really use the battery regularly but for now it is a backup system. I however purchased 3 more of these to charge my battery so i can use it more.
5 Stars Coleman 18 Watt Solar Panel
It performs as advertised. It came when they said it would come and worked flawlesly. It is best to lay it flat outside to get direct sun. It has been outside in a storm and came through fine. I also like the pretty blue indicator light on it that shows that it is working.
2 Stars It stopped charging
After a few weeks, the blue light on the unit showing that it was producing power was out and the battery that was attached through a controller wasn’t being charged. I didn’t mount it or moved it around. I ordered a replacement but it is weeks away from arriving. I guess Amazon wants it to deliver after the 30 day return policy expires.
Sunsei SE CC10000 10 Amp Solar Charge Controller
March 29, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
The Sunsei 10 Amp solar charge controller is a perfect match for ICP solar panels generating up to 10 Amps of current for 12-volt battery systems. With Intelligent Pulse Width Modulation (PWM), the charge control ensures that batteries reach their maximum capacity without overcharging. Other features include a built-in LED indicator that displays charging status from the panel and the battery and an auto-reset circuit breaker for reverse polarity and surge protection.
User Ratings and Reviews
4 Stars Great CC… no TC
CC-10000 is a fantastic charge controller, simple, reliable and inexpensive. Unlike most of its competitors in the same price range, it’s a two-stage controller. It will float at 13.7V but will boost up to 14.5V for up to two hours once battery has dipped below 12.5V. (Morningstar’s SunSaver just maintains constant voltage (14.1V for sealed/14.4V for flooded batteries) — way too high for float but not quite enough for absorption). It goes without saying that it’s a PWM design, for efficiency and long battery life.
My only complaint about it: it is not temperature-compensated (I’ve just confirmed this with the manufacturer). This should be OK if it is used indoors only (as the manual unconspicuously recommends), or in the mild climate. If, on the other hand, it is used e.g. in sub-freezing temperatures, it will under-charge the battery by half a volt or more. So if you absolutely must have temperature compensation, check out CC-25000 (twice the price) or consider another brand.
4 Stars Cheap and reliable
Does a great job keeping my AGM lead acid battery up to charge without risking any damage to it.
4 Stars Good value for the money.
Good little charge controller.
Operational for a few weeks now.
Would have given five stars if the manual
was clearer, more precise and complete.
Sunsei SE 16000 260 Watt 16 5 Volt Solar Panel Generator 71014
March 23, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
The Sunsei Solar 260-watt 16-1/2-volt charger provides a renewable alternative to noisy diesel, propane and gas generators, and gives power all year round when exposed to daylight. A perfect match for back-up power in RVs, boats or off-grid applications, this workhorse kit produces 230 watts of high efficiency polycrystalline charges for multiple batteries at once. With a patented LED indicator, users are assured the panels are working properly. This charger comes with a 2-year limited warranty.
What’s in the Box
16-1/2-volt charger, two 10-foot 12-gauge power cables, 12 stainless steel S-mount brackets, and other accessories.
Sunsei SE 24000 400 Watt 16 5 Volt Solar Panel Generator 71015
March 14, 2009 by admin · Leave a Comment
A perfect match for back-up power in cabins, cottages, RVs and boats, the Sunsei Solar 400-watt 16-1/2-volt charger provides reliable, renewable energy as an alternative to noisy and expensive diesel, propane and gas generators. Giving power all year round when exposed to daylight, this solar charger produces 400 watts of high-efficiency polycrystalline charges for multiple batteries at once. With an aerodynamic design, it’s specially engineered to reduce drag and withstand high vibration on mobile applications, and allows multiple panels to be connected in seconds without tools or rewiring. An integrated blinking indicator lets you know your panel is charging. This solar charger comes with a limited 2-year warranty.
What’s in the Box
Three crystalline solar panels, three 10-foot 12-gauge power cables, connector wires, 36 mounting brackets, two Sunsei expansion kits
