INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
DETERMINE YOUR NEEDS
Recommendations are based on typical consumption of appliances and an average solar energy production for the summer season. 120V appliances require an inverter. Please refer to the device manual for exact consumption.
BEST PERFORMANCE PER SQUARE FOOT
Solar Panels
- Panels that offer the best performance per square foot
- Ability to reduce losses due to shade
- Black frame with monocrystalline black cells for a nice look
Rigid Panels
| Part # | Power | Dimensions |
| ESP50 | 50 watts | 27 x 22 in. |
| ESP100 | 100 watts | 44 x 20 in. |
| ESP180 | 185 watts | 59 x 27 in. |
- Solar panel(s)
- Charge controller
- Display
- 30-ft connection wire
Deluxe: MPPT Charge Controller
| Part # | Power | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| ESPkit200 | 200 watts | 2x (44 x 20 in.) |
| ESPkit360 | 370 watts | 2x (59 x 27 in.) |
| ESPkit540 | 555 watts | 3x (59 x 27 in.) |
PWM Charge Controller
| Part # | Power | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| ESPkit50 | 50 watts | 27 x 22 in. |
| ESPkit100 | 100 watts | 44 x 20 in. |
3rd Generation of Semi-flexible Panels
- Ability to reduce losses due to shade
- No metal surfaces are exposed which prevents rust
- 12-ft connection cable
Flexible Panels
| Part # | Power | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| ESPflex50 | 50 watts | 26 x 22 in. |
| ESPflex100 | 100 watts | 42 x 22 in. |
- Solar panel(s)
- Charge controller
- Display
Deluxe : MPPT Charge Controller
| Part # | Power | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| ESPflexkit200 | 200 watts | 2x (42 x 22 in.) |
| ESPflexkit300 | 300 watts | 3x (42 x 22 in.) |
| ESPflexkit400 | 400 watts | 4x (42 x 22 in.) |
| ESPflexkit500 | 500 watts | 5x (42 x 22 in.) |
PWM Charge Controller
| Part # | Power | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| ESPflexkit50 | 50 watts | 26 x 22 in. |
| ESPflexkit100 | 100 watts | 42 x 22 in. |
Inverters
Built to withstand the impacts and vibrations of our roads.
| Appliances | Power Required |
|---|---|
| For 1 or 2 small appliances: Laptop, TV, fan, radio, CPAP |
300 watts |
| For 1 large appliance: Microwave, coffee maker, toaster |
1500 watts |
| For a combination of appliances: | 3000 watts |
A Pure Sine Wave inverter is recommended for expresso machines and desktop computers.
Please refer to the device manual for exact consumption.
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| Part # | Wave | Power | Surge Rating | AC Output (120V) | Remote Panel | Charger | Relay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 813-1500 | Modified | 1500W | 3000W | GFCI | Included | No | No |
| 813-3000 | Modified | 2500W | 5000W | GFCI + << hardwire >> | Included | No | No |
| 806-1220 | Pure Sine | 1800W | 3000W | GFCI + option << hardwire >> : 808-0915 | Option : 808-9001 | No | No |
| 807-2055 | Pure Sine | 2000W | 4000W | GFCI + << hardwire >> | Included | 55 amp | 30 amp |
| 806-1840 | Modified | 1800W | 3600W | GFCI + << hardwire >> | BUilt-in. Option 25' : 31-6257 | 40 amp | 30 amp |
| 817-2000 | Pure Sine | 2000W | 4000W | GFCI + << hardwire >> | Option : 808-0817 | No | 30 amp |
| 806-1810 | Modified | 1800W | 3600W | GFCI + << hardwire >> | Included | No | 30 amp |
Batteries
Stocked Energy:
| Battery Type | Maximum Energy Stocked (Industry Avg*) |
Usable Energy (50%**) |
|---|---|---|
| 12V Gr. 24 | 40Ah - 480 Wh | 20 Ah - 240 Wh |
| 12V Gr. 31 | 12V Gr. 31 - 75 Ah - 900 Wh | 38 Ah - 450 Wh |
| 6V - 220 Ah | 220 Ah - 1320 Wh 2 in series = 220Ah x 12V = 1320 Wh |
2 in series = 110 Ah = 1320 Wh |
Minimum Recommendations:
| Solar Installation | Average Daily Charge* | No Inverter | 1500-watt Inverter | 3000-watt Inverter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100W | 400 Wh 33 Ah |
1x Gr. 31 | 2x 6V | - |
| 200W | 800 Wh 66 Ah |
1x Gr. 31 | 2x 6V | 4x 6V |
| 370W | 1480 Wh 120 Ah |
2x 6V | 2x 6V | 4x 6V |
| 555W | 2220 Wh 185 Ah |
4x 6V | 4x 6V | 6X 6V |