What's the cell count on the module that you're planning on using? Most
200W modules I've seen recently use 60 6" cells in series, which is lower
than 24V "nominal" (72 cells) and much higher than 12V (36 cells). The
attachment didn't come through, but IF the pump uses a permanent magnet DC
motor
I would recommend using Sikaflex 1A. It is about as environmentally sound as
a caulking comes. Moisture curing, as well. One other thought (if someone
hasnt already mentioned it): put this puppy at the bottom of your string so
that the potential difference to ground is a low as possible.
- Pete
Bob,
My follow-up as promised...
The sealant in my office is Dow Corning "Solar PV 804". The tube states it's
"Neutral silicone, non-corrosive". The sealant I have is black, but it's also
available in white.
As Brian mentioned below, this isn't an off-the-shelf product. We ordered some
an
I've always used the mentioned much easier to find RTV Silcone and have it sun
exposed for over 10 years and it's doing great, looks like day one.
-jeff o
>From the Solar, Wind and Hydro powered office of Jeff Oldham/Regenerative
>SOLutions
Wrenches,
I am in need of 120W - 12V module. Using this to drive a DC water pump for
a small water feature at our church. Contact me off list if you can help.
Please include a panel model number or spec sheet.
Carl Adams
SunRock Solar
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Does anyone have any experience with the Oceanlink Energy Solution power
conditioners. They claim up to 35% energy savings on a
"normal " residential installation.
They are a little
more sophisticated that the power save units we have used in the
past
Max Balchowsky
Design Engineer
SEE Sy
I hope for your sake that you're kidding, because your residential
customers may eventually find out that the power-save devices don't
deliver the promised savings and will ask you why it was a $400 option.
I'm guessing that the Oceanlink "Energy Solution" is even less effective
than the power
Over the past few years we have had our share of modules damaged in shipment or in handling on our end that were never installed but had broken glazing. As you know, when these things go they usually look like a car windshield, with the vinyl backing holding all the broken small glass pieces toget
Over the past few years we have had our share of modules damaged in shipment or in handling on our end that were never installed but had broken glazing. As you know, when these things go they usually look like a car windshield, with the vinyl backing holding all the broken small glass pieces toget
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