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About Solar Energy - Read This First
Solar energy can be used for anything from a trickle battery charger to a whole house system.  Our small 5 watt and 30 watt solar panels are 5 to 6 volt, and our 60 watt panels are 12 volt.  We use only 60 watt panels as they are easy to ship via UPS and because we get volume prices on purchasing only one size.  Only a small 5 watt system will only need just the solar panel without batteries or a solar controller.  Batteries are required so power can be provided when the sun is not shinning.  All but the 5 watt system will require a solar controller to keep the batteries from over charging as the solar panels will overcharge and damage batteries.  An inverter must be used to power 120 volt or 240 volt house voltage.  The inverter converts 12, 24, or 48 volts DC voltage to 120 or 240 volts AC voltage.  Only very large systems over 3,000 watts will use a 240 volt inverter to power both 240 and 120 volt loads.  Keep in mind that a 12 volt current is always 10 times the current at 120 volts and that the proper size wires must be used to handle the high 12 volt current.  Using 24 or 48 volts will require smaller battery and inverter input wires and is best for larger systems.  At least a 960 watt system with at least a 3,000 watt inverter will be required to provide 50% to 80% of the 120 volt power for a house.  The 3,000 watt inverter will need to be supplied with wire capable of supplying about 300 amps if using 12 volts, and if using 24 volts the wire will only need to supply 150 amps.  The proper solar controller with the proper relays and batteries capable of supplying the high current will also be needed.  Our deluxe solar controller is capable of automatically changing the the power source from solar or house power as needed with the proper wiring of loads you want powered with solar.  There is more information on solar controllers, inverters, and batteries below.  Make sure you read our entire page below before ordering.  Before installing a solar system you should take every step possible to use less power such as replacing all light bulbs with florescent or LED bulbs.  These bulbs are available below.  Tax credits may be available in your area for installing solar systems.  The federal tax credit has many restrictions and must be an on grid system which is very expensive and in most cases is not worth the extra cost.  Contact your government agencies to see what tax credits may be available in your area.  To help you to select the proper system for your needs see the table below.


Power Needed
Solar Panels Required
Solar Controller Needed
Inverter Needed
6 or 12 Volt Batteries Needed
5 Watts 5 Volt
For a trickle battery charger
 1 for 5 to 6 volts, or 2 in series for 12 volts
None
None
None
30 Watts  5 Volt
For small emergency power
1 for 5 to 6 volts, or 2 for 12 volts SCB if using two panels in series to get 12 volts.
200 Watt
None or 1
60 Watts 12 volt
For emergency power and lights
1     60 Watt
SCB
200 Watt
1
120 Watts
For emergency power, lights, and small appliances
2     60 Watt
SCB
400 Watt
1 or 2
240 Watts
For emergency power, lights, and small appliances
4     60 Watt
SCD
400 to 800 Watt
2 to 4
480 Watts
For emergency power, lights, and small and some large appliances
8     60 Watt
SCD
1,200 to 2,000 Watt
4 to 8
960 Watts
For 50 to 80% of whole house power except high power loads such as central air, kitchen range, and clothes dryer.
16    60 Watt
SCD2
2,000 to 3,000 Watt
8 to 12
1920 Watts
For 80 to 100% of whole house power except high power loads such as central air, kitchen range, and clothes dryer.
32    60 Watt SCD4 4,000 to 6,000 Watt 16 to 24
For a whole house system to power high power 240 volt loads a 4,000 watt or high system will be needed with at least an 8,000 watt 240 volt inverter.





Solar Panels
All our solar panels are high quality Mono Crystalline solar panels and come with a Limited Life-time warranty.  All our solar panels include the aluminum mounting brackets, and bolts and nuts needed for installation.  Mounting screws needed for mounting are not included.

5 Watt 5 to 6 Volt
Model SP5W
Small panel for powering small 5 to 6 volt devices or charging 6 volt batteries.

Model SP5W Features

smallball High quality Mono Crystalline Silicone Panels
smallball Strong Aluminum Frame
smallball Solar Cells Sealed in with Glass Face
smallball Mounting Brackets and Bolts and Nuts Included
smallball Limited Life-Time Warranty
smallball 30 Day Satisfaction Guaranty

Model SP5W Specifications:

CAPACITY:  5 WATTS
VOLTAGE RATING:  5 TO 6 VOLTS DC
OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE:  10.5 VOLTS DC
SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT:  .66 AMPS
SOLAR CELLS:  HIGH QUALITY MONO CRYSTALLINE
FRAME:  ALUMINUM
DIMENSIONS:  10.5" x10.5" x 1"

1 Panel 5 Watts
Model SP5W
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2 Panels 10 Watts @ 5 Volts, or 5 Watts @ 12 volts
Model SP5W2
 
Small panel for powering small 5 to 6 volt devices or charging 6 volt batteries.  For 12 Volts wire in series.
Open Circuit Voltage 10.5 Volts.  Short Circuit Current 1.32 Amps. 
Dimensions 10.5" x 10.5" x 1"

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30 Watt 5 to 6 Volt
Model SP30W
Large panel for powering 5 to 6 volt devices or charging 6 volt batteries.  For 12 Volts wire in series.

Model SP30W Features

smallball High quality Mono Crystalline Silicone Panels
smallball Strong Aluminum Frame
smallball Solar Cells Sealed in with Glass Face
smallball Mounting Brackets and Bolts and Nuts Included
smallball Limited Life-Time Warranty
smallball 30 Day Satisfaction Guaranty

Model SP30W Specifications:

CAPACITY:  30 WATTS
VOLTAGE RATING:  5 TO 6 VOLTS DC
OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE:  10.5 VOLTS DC
SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT:  3.88 AMPS
SOLAR CELLS:  HIGH QUALITY MONO CRYSTALLINE
FRAME:  ALUMINUM
DIMENSIONS:  21" x19" x 1" 

1 Panel 30 Watts
Model SP30W
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 2 Panels 60 Watts, or 30 Watts @ 12 volts
Model SP30W2
 
Large panel for powering 5 to 6 volt devices or charging 6 volt batteries.  For 12 Volts wire in series.
Open Circuit Voltage 10.5 Volts.  Short Circuit Current 7.76 Amps. 
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We are currently Sold Out of all our 60 Watt Panels.
60 Watt 12 Volt

Model SP60W
12 volt panel for home solar energy.  Use multiple panels for higher power systems.  A proper sized solar controller must be used to prevent overcharging the batteries.  A proper sized 120 or 240 volt inverter must be used to power 120 or 240 from the 12 volt system.
Open Circuit Voltage 21.5 Volts.  Short Circuit Current 3.88 Amps.
Dimensions 35.5" x 21" x 1.4"

Model SP60W Features
smallball High quality Mono Crystalline Silicone Panels
smallball Compact Size
smallball Low Shipping Cost 
smallball Strong Aluminum Frame
smallball Solar Cells Sealed in with Glass Face
smallball Mounting Brackets and Bolts and Nuts Included
smallball Limited Life-Time Warranty
smallball 30 Day Satisfaction Guaranty

Model SP60W Specifications:

CAPACITY:  60 WATTS
VOLTAGE RATING:  12 VOLTS DC
OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE:  21.5 VOLTS DC
SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT:  3.88 AMPS
SOLAR CELLS:  HIGH QUALITY MONO CRYSTALLINE
FRAME:  ALUMINUM
DIMENSIONS:  35.5" x21" x 1.4"   

1 Panel 60 Watts
Model SP60W1
Open Circuit Voltage 21.5 Volts.  Short Circuit Current 3.88 Amps.
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2 Panels 120 Watts
Model SP60W2
Open Circuit Voltage 21.5 Volts.  Short Circuit Current 7.76 Amps.
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4 Panels 240 Watts

Model SP60W4
 
Open Circuit Voltage 21.5 Volts.  Short Circuit Current 15.52 Amps.
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8 Panels 480 Watts
Model SP60W8
 
Open Circuit Voltage 21.5 Volts.  Short Circuit Current 31.04 Amps.
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16 Panels 960 Watts
Model SP60W16
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Open Circuit Voltage 21.5 Volts.  Short Circuit Current 62.08 Amps.
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Solar Controllers

We manufacture our own Solar Controllers which are all Micro Controller controlled and provide many features not found on any other controllers.  All our controllers come with heavy duty steel enclosures with multiple knockouts.  They are all for indoor use only, can be instaled on 12, 24 or 48 volt DC systems using 6 or 12 volt batteries.  The wattage or current should not be exceeded so make sure you order the proper controller for the wattage of your solar panels.  For example, a 960 watt system of solar panels that is wired 24 volts will only require 40 amps but because it is a 960 watt system you should use the model SCD2 controller as the model SCD is only rated for 480 watts.  Our basic controller is a low cost controller for systems up to 140 Watts or 10 amps.  It has indicator lights to indicate the battery voltage, low battery warning, and solar charge off when the batteries are fully charged.  Our deluxe controllers have indicator lights to indicate, battery voltage, night, and solar power off.  They also have a circuit to automatically disconnect the solar power and connect the house grid power to the AC load if the battery voltage is low and then automatically connect the solar power and disconnect the house grid power when the batteries are partially charged again.  An optional relay is required for this option.  This system prevents the batteries from excessive discharging, which shortens the life of the batteries, and also protects the inverter from low voltage and shutting off and not coming back on and other low voltage problems.  Some inverters shut off and do not come back on until they are manually reset when the input voltage is below 11 volts, and some inverters will turn off and on when the voltage is low which may damage some AC loads.   

Basic Solar Controller
Model SCB

For up to 140 Watts or 10 amps.  Comes with one 10 amp relay on the circuit board.

Model SCB Features

smallball Solid State Micro controller Controlled Electronic Circuitry.
smallball Light Emitting Diodes Display Battery Voltage, Low Voltage, and Charge Off.
smallball Heavy Duty Steel Enclosure with 1/2" and 3/4" Knock Outs and Cord Connector.
smallball Limited Life-Time Warranty.
smallball 30 Day Satisfaction Guaranty.

Model SCB Specifications:
INPUT VOLTAGE:  12 VOLTS DC
OUTPUT CURRENT:  10 AMPS. MAX
CONTROLLER:  HEAVY DUTY STEEL - INDOOR USE ONLY

CAPACITY:  UP TO 140 WATTS
DIMENSIONS:  4" x 4" x 1.5"


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SCB
Deluxe Solar Controller
Model SCD

For up to 550 Watts or 40 amps.  Comes with one 40 amp relay on the circuit board.
12 volts DC Only

Model SCD Features

smallball Solid State Micro Controller Controlled Electronic Circuitry.
smallball Light Emitting Diodes Display Battery Voltage, Low Voltage, Solar Charge Off, and Solar Power Off.
smallball Optional Relay Kit Available for Automatic Power Source Switching form Solar to House Grid Power when Battery Voltage is Low.
smallball Heavy Duty Steel Enclosure with 1/2" and 3/4" Knock Outs and Cord Connector.
smallball Limited Life-Time Warranty.
smallball 30 Day Satisfaction Guaranty.

Model SCD Specifications:

INPUT VOLTAGE:  12 VOLTS DC

OUTPUT CURRENT:  40 AMPS. MAX
CONTROLLER:  HEAVY DUTY STEEL - INDOOR USE ONLY

CAPACITY:  UP TO 540 WATTS
DIMENSIONS:  4" x 4" x 1.5"


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SCD
Deluxe Solar Controller
Model SCD2
For up to 960 Watts or 70 amps.  Comes with one 70 amp relay.
Same Features as model SCD.
Dimensions 4" x 4" x 1.5"

Specify 12, 24, or 48 volt when ordering.


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SCD2
Deluxe Solar Controller
Model SCD4
For up to 1,680 Watts or 140 amps.  Comes with two 70 amp relays.
Same Features as model SCD.
Dimensions 6" x 6" x 4"  Specify 12, 24, or 48 volt when ordering.

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Deluxe Solar Controller
Model SCD8
For up to 3,360 Watts or 280 amps.  Comes with four 70 amp relays.
Same Features as model SCD.
Dimensions 6" x 8" x 4"  Specify 12, 24, or 48 volt when ordering.

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Deluxe Solar Controller
Model SCD10
For up to 5,040 Watts or 420 amps.  Comes with six 70 amp relays.
Same Features as model SCD.
Dimensions 8" x 12" x 4"  Specify 12, 24, or 48 volt when ordering.

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Solar Controller Relay Kit
Model SCR1
12 volt DC coil with 30 amp 120 volt AC SPDT contacts.  Comes with instructions and wired with a 10 ft cord to connect to Solar Controller.  For automatic switching of the AC power source.  Use with at least a 3,000 Watt Inverter.  Must be installed in an AC Power Box or Load Center.

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Inverters

An inverter must be used to power 120 volt or 240 volt house loads.  The inverter converts the 12, 24, or 48 volt DC voltage to 120 or 240 volt AC voltage.  Only very large systems over 3,000 watts will use a 240 volt inverter to power both 240 and 120 volt loads.  Keep in mind that a 12 volt current is always 10 times the current at 120 volts and that the proper size wires must be used to handle the high 12 volt current.  Using 24 or 48 volts will require smaller battery and inverter input wires and is best for larger systems.  At least a 960 watt system with at least a 3,000 watt inverter will be required to provide 50% to 80% of the 120 volt power for a house.  The 3,000 watt inverter will need to be supplied with wire capable of supplying about 300 amps if using 12 volts, and if using 24 volts the wire will only need to supply 150 amps.  The inverter typically has 2 to 4 times the power capability of the solar panels so that it can supply power to higher power loads as needed such as a refrigerator, washer, or kitchen appliances.  The solar current is the charging current only and is the solar watts divided by the system voltage.

There are two types of inverters.  Most inverters are low cost modified sign wave and are what you should use in most cases.  These are off grid inverters which are not connected to your house power.  Any AC loads must be connected only to the solar power or house power but not both at the same time.  True sign wave inverters are more expensive and may be off grid or on grid inverters.   An on grid system is required along with many other restrictions to get the federal and some other tax credits.  Contact your government agencies to see what tax credits may be available in your area.  We are a delaer for AIMS POWER and we have inverters for every application including RV, auto, construction, and solar.  See AIMS POWER for models and specifications at www.aimscorp.net and then hit the back button to return to our website.

Our 2 most popular models for larger solar systems are shown below.
  


5000 Watt, 24Vdc Input Modified Sine Wave Power Inverter

Model # PWRINV5K24W

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PWR5000/24W

3000 Watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter 24 Volt - New compact and lightweight model!

Model # PWRI300024S

 

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$849   Call to order 801-825-5580
PWR3000/24W


 Batteries

The batteries must be capable of storing and supplying the proper power to the inverter.  You will need to use 12 volt batteries or two 6 volt batteries in series to get 12 volts, or four 6 volt or two 12 volt to get 24 volts, or eight 6 volt or four 12 volt to get 48 volts.  The number of batteries needed depends on the size of the solar system, inverter, and load desired to supply.  Sams Club and Costco have 6 volt Golf Cart batteries in most areas that are a very good battery for solar storage and are the battery we recommend.  Batteries are costly and a battery life saver (BLS) should be used on all batteries.  Every home should not be without one.  See Below.

Battery Life Saver (BLS)

What is The Battery Life Saver electronic device?

The BLS is a patented electronic device that brings old and weak batteries back to life, restores functioning batteries to a like new condition, and extends battery life by keeping batteries from losing capacity and life due to the main cause of battery failure which is the buildup of lead sulfate on the battery plates.

Why is The Battery Life Saver electronic device needed?

75% to 80% of lead acid batteries fail prematurely because of formation of lead sulfate on the plates. These crystals cause batteries to become unusable at approximately one-third of their natural life. The Battery Life Saver electronic device dissolves the lead sulfate crystals.

How Does it Work?

Using breakthrough square wave technology, The Battery Life Saver electronic device sends a frequency signal to each crystal of lead sulfate, causing it to dissolve into lead and sulfuric acid. This restores the battery to its original condition and allows the electrical charge to be drawn from the battery.
 

Benefits of Using The Battery Life Saver electronic device.

It makes old batteries as good as new.  It keeps new batteries like new, saving time and money.  With The Battery Life Saver electronic device, more power is available from your battery and you need less power to charge it.  By reducing the number of batteries that get thrown away and put in landfills, the Battery Life Saver electronic device protects the environment. 

The Battery Life Saver electronic device Can be Used in Several Different Ways:

Connecting and using the Battery Life Saver is very easy, just connect it and forget it! Only one device is needed per battery system. The device works off of the power of the battery (the system should be charged regularly), and therefore does not have to be plugged into AC power. All of the units come with two leads(wires) just like jumper cables. Simply connect the red wire to the main positive battery terminal and the black wire to the main negative battery terminal. Some units are equipped with alligator type clips and others come with eye rings for permanent attachment to the batteries.

     • To restore a dead or barely usable battery, connect the Battery Life Saver electronic device to the battery, along with your battery charger.  The Battery Life Saver will gradually rejuvenate the battery or battery system with every cycle(charge and discharge).  With the Battery Life Saver connected, fully charge the battery, then discharge the battery (the BLS operates from the power of the battery, thus you can use the BLS to discharge the battery). This process can take a couple cycles or many cycles depending on the condition and size of the battery or battery system.

     • To maximize battery life, connect the Battery Life Saver electronic device to your new battery or battery system and let it be!

     • To maintain working batteries, install the Battery Life Saver electronic device on your battery or on a bank of batteries. It rejuvenates the batteries while it is in service. This causes more power to be available from the battery and causes less power to be needed to charge the battery. This is the best way to extend the life of your batteries. It’s like having a brand new battery every time you use it.


We are stocking the models below but we have many different models available for different types and voltages of battery systems including 12, 24, 36, 42, 72, 84, 96, 120, 144, and 156 volt DC systems.  Call or email for more information on the other models.  Please provide the voltage and application when contacting us.
   

For 12 and 24 volt battery systems.  Also ideal for use with a battery charger to rejuvenate unusable batteries. Comes with alligator type battery clips for attachment.  This is the best BLS model to rejuvenate old batteries.  Comes with two 3/8" eye rings.  Can be installed permanently by replacing the alligator clips with the 3/8" eye rings for attachment to the battery terminals.

BLS-12/24-B..........$129.95

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BLS-12-24B
For 48 volt renewable energy battery banks or use with battery powered vehicles.  Ideally mounted full time to constantly keep the batteries in optimum condition.  The system should be charged regularly. Comes with 3/8" eye rings for attachment to the battery terminals.  (Use model BLS-48B for 48 volt golf carts)

BLS-48-A...............$139.95

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BLS-48A

For 72 Volt NEV's (Gem, Ford Think, or Zenn) or 72 volt battery systems.  Ideally mounted full time to constantly keep the batteries in optimum condition.  The system should be charged regularly. Comes with 3/8" eye rings for attachment to the battery terminals. ON/OFF switch included.

BLS-72-A...............$145.95

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BLS-72A

 
 
 Wires and Wiring

The wires from battery to battery and to the inverter must be large enough to supply the proper current to the inverter and are usually much larger than the wires from the solar panels to the controller and batteries as these wires only carry the charging current.  On larger systems it may be easier and more cost effective to use multiple wires in parallel instead of one large wire.  For example, if you need 120 amps you can use four #10 wires instead of one #2 wire.  Using multiple wires to the solar panels and batteries allows you to wire the them in groups of 4 to 12 depending on the voltage and wire size.  Always locate the batteries, solar controler, and inverter as close as possible and within just a few feet.  Before purchasing wire you need to know which inverter you are using and the DC and AC current and voltage.  Using a higher DC voltage saves money on wire as the current is lower, but on smaller systems it is best to use 12 volts.  A 24 volt system uses half the current of the 12 volt system and a 48 volt system uses half the current of a 24 volt system.  The batteries and solar panels are wired in series to get the desired voltage.  For example, if you want a 24 volt system four 6 volt batteries or two 12 volt solar panels in series will create a 24 volt system.  These will be connected in parallel to others as needed for higher capacities.  You can purchase wire at your local electrical supply or hardware store.  Check the current rating of the wire before you purchase.

Energy Efficient Light Bulbs

Florescent Bulbs
Provide the same light for about 1/4 the power

Package of eight 60 Watt bulbs that use only 13 Watts

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LED Bulbs
Provide the same light for about 1/10 the power
Package of three 15 Watt bulbs that use only 1.5 Watts
 

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