Solar Power FAQ's
How does solar equipment work?P
The solar panels turn day and sunlight into electricity. The
absorption of light in the solar cells builds up electric
voltage (volts), as solar cells do not store any electricity
all energy gained is fed through a regulator to the battery
and stored there.
How long do solar modules last?
Life expectancy is around 20 years depending on the type.
All parts are designed for outside use, even seawater, hail
and storms can't damage a Solara panel.
Do solar panels need maintenance?
The only maintenance a solar panel requires is cleaning with
a damp cloth from time to time, no other maintenance is needed.
However, if lead acid batteries are used the acid levels need
to be checked every six months and topped up if necessary.
How do I measure the size of equipment required?
Quite simply: you work out your average comsumption per day:
Add that to the specified power of an appliance (watts) and
multiply it with the daily running hours.
For example:
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Appliance:
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Specified
power
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Running
time
per day
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Comsumption
per day
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Radio
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5 watts
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5 hrs
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25 Wh/d
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Light
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10 watts
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4 hrs
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40 Wh/d
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Colour
TV
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40 watts
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3 hrs
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120Wh/d
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Total:
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55 Watts
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12 hrs
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185Wh/d
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Are blocking diodes fitted in the solar panels?
Blocking diodes are only supplied in the Uni-Solar range,
all Solara modules require regulators fitted in the system
for complete protection.
For any further questions please contact
us here.
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