600 watt solar powered generator recharges 366 amp hour capacity batteries at 24 amps per hour. Compared to an everyday diesel unit, the new solar panel can save the operator thousands in just a few months. Taking into consideration that an average diesel power generator unit costs approximately 6,000 dollars a month to run and maintain; the 600 Watt Solar Power Generator could pay for itself in just a few short months.
The solar power generator is designed for low voltage applications. The Magnalight range of LED lighting products, including the LED10W-9S and LEDLB-80X2 are powerful alternatives to traditional metal halide tower light configurations. Especially in situations where the lighting and generator must be placed close to the benefactors. Entertainment events, work areas and other applications that would benefit from the elimination of noise and fumes typically associated with diesel generators. Finally, solar power generators offer a low maintenance alternative to traditional diesel powered generators that often require a qualified diesel mechanic to maintain and/or repair them.
A solar powered generator consists of high capacity batteries, solar panels and supporting gear to feed to current from the panels to the batteries. The components are simpler and the operator is dealing only with low voltage.
The following illustration will help you determine which lights will work for what length of time on this solar powered generator.
The 2 military spec 300 watt panels recharge the batteries at 24 amps per hour. With 12 hours of sunlight, the panels will replace 288 amps. The 2 gel pack batteries inside the generator are rated at 183 amp hours apiece, for a total of 366 amp hours. Thus, it takes 15.25 hours to fully charge the two batteries.
In order to assess how many lights you can power with this generator, you need to calculate the number of amps the lights draws and how much sunlight is available to charge the generator. You also need to factor in length of light run time and length of charge time. Irrespective of the lighting choices, Ohm’s law applies. Divide the total wattage by the voltage to get the amp draw. In this case, we are using a 24 volt configuration, so all wattages are divided by 24.
For example, 4 of the LED10W-9S LED light fixtures at 7200 lumens each, generates 28,800 lumens and draw 15 amps per hour on 24 volts. In this scenario, the lights pull less amps than the panels can replenish on an hourly basis. So the operator could run the lights for a longer time period than the charge time period.
Alternatively, you could use 8 of the same LED lights to generate 57,600 lumens. In this configuration, the operator is consuming 30 amps per hour, which is 6 more amps per hour than the solar panels can replenish. 16 hours of sunlight would enable the operator to run this configuration 12 hours at night.
In a third example, an operator runs 4 HID-6670 High Intensity Discharge (HID) lights. With a combined light output of 25,200 lumens, these HID light draw approximately 12 amps. In this scenario, the operator could run the lights for 12 hours and need only 6 hours to completely recharge the system.
400 Watt Solar Power Generator Features
A 10 gauge steel 4' x 4' pyramid base. This houses the battery, air compressor, power controller, the tower base, with the axle and leveling jacks attaching to it. This base is bullet proof up to armor piercing rounds.
Stainless steel 15’ telescopic pneumatic tower. This tower works in -40 to 135+ degree Fahrenheit and when locked in place will stay erect even if pressure is lost. It has a load capacity of 198 lbs. Wind loading is projected at 165 mph. (It took 135 mph gusts during hurricane IKE).
Air compressor. Stainless steel body about the size of two coffee cups with corrosive resistant contacts.
EMCS Load Controller. This manages the charging and discharging of the batteries providing a longer battery life of up to six years versus non-managed systems that may only last months.
Two deep cycle gel-pack batteries each produce 183 amp hours for 20 hours. These gel packs eliminate worries of acid spills and provide better performance in high heat and cold weather conditions than lead acid types. Standard configuration is 24 volts, however 12 volt configurations are available as well. Gel pack batteries have a solidified electrolyte, which makes them more tolerant to extreme temperatures and vibration.
Two, 300 watt milspec solar panels. Has a 25 year life expectancy, no moving parts, continues to charge even if some cells are damaged or covered. The 2 military spec 300 watt panels recharge the batteries at 24 amps per hour. With 12 hours of sunlight, the panels will replace 288 amps. The 2 gel pack batteries inside the generator are rated at 183 amp hours apiece, for a total of 366 amp hours. Thus, it takes 15.25 hours to fully charge the two batteries.
Rubber torsion axle. Easily mounted or removed by one person for towing the unit at speeds up to 70 mph. Removing the axle after installation safe guards the unit from theft.
Six foot steel trailer hitch tow bar. Allows for easy movement by hand when not in tow and can be removed after setup for increased theft control.
Four crank 1200 lbs., leveling jacks. Used for leveling the unit up to a 37 degree slope. The unit weighs approximately 760 lbs and is supported by 4800 lbs. of jack lift power. Jacks can be leveled by hand crank or attachment provided for power drills. Feet of jacks also can be used for quick bolts for mounting into hard rock or concrete.
One light mount bar. Holds up to 10 lights with wired configuration inside the bar to protect wiring and to match center tower wiring. Lights can be pointed individually on the bar via their separate mounts.
Inch Worm mounts. Made out of heavy steel these mounting hooks can used for placing straps for helicopter lifts or used for guyed-cables for anchoring.
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