Portable Solar Panel Kits Explained

Solar panel kits can offer independence from mains supplies and give peace of mind that during power cuts you always have an energy supply. Solar panel kits will provide power where mains cables are not practical or available. The solar domestic kits can also be used to supplement your mains electricity and help to reduce your energy bills and save money. Portable Solar Panel Kits can power: Garden offices, garages, beach huts, building sites, sheds, stables, workshops, sports pavilions and caravans can all benefit from being solar powered.

Six easy steps to having solar power:

1 Position the solar panel
2 Install the battery in the all-weather box
3 Connect the solar panel to the battery box.
4 Connect the inverter to the battery box
5 Switch on
6 You now have free solar power!

In the solar panel kit power station box is everything you need to instantly get free solar power:

High power crystalline solar panel
Solar Charge controller
Multi position aluminium rack
85ah sealed deep cycle solar battery
300w inverter
waterproof battery box
digital multi meter
RCD socket
20m x 2mm solar cable
Connectors, fuses and terminals
Instruction manual

Solar panel kit performance

The solar panels will work most efficiently in the spring, summer and autumn months. The solar panels can still draw energy during winter but at a reduced rate. Below shows the expected performance averaged over 9 months:

summer Average
Solar power station 60w 300w h/d 153w h/d
Solar power station 80w 400w h/d 204w h/d
Solar power station 120w 600w h/d 307w h/d
Solar power station 150w 750w h/d 383w h/d

Figures according to manufacturer based on a typical use of 2-4 hours per day in the UK. For longer running times per day upgrade with the expansion panels for a bigger system.

Solar power station accessories

You can boost the solar power station kit with an expansion panel and create a bespoke system for your unique power requirements. The solar panels can be daisy chained to create the wattage needed; if you need to supply power for longer hours or for more demanding appliances. The solar expansion kits can be added at any time to your power station. The expansion panel ships with a multi position rack and is pre-wired for plug and go! Available in 60w 80w, 120w and 150w.

Energy saving bulb light kit

The battery box supplied with the power station is pre-wired with a 12v plug and socket for connection of 12v appliance. The lighting kit is simple to connect. It ships with two energy saving bulbs, bulb holders, 10m cable and light switch. Ideal for garages and sheds.

Solar panel kit power station faq’s…

Which solar panel kit is right for me?

First you need to assess the estimated power requirements in wattage. Consider which appliacnces you want to run from the solar panel kit: light bulb, kettle or computer? Then add the watts of each appliance together; this provides your hourly usage in watts. Consider how many hours per day you want to run your applicances for and multiply the hourly figure by the amount of hours. Then refer to the output of each panel as shown above. Also see our solar power calculator.

How do I install the solar panel kit power station?

The solar kit is very easy to install and comes with detailed instructions. The solar panels are pre-wired ready to plug into the battery box and inverter. First consider where you want the panel to be positioned, we recommend directly towards the sun where no shade can cover the solar cells. The solar kit can be mounted on a flat roof, soil, grass or hard standing. The 10m cable attached to the panel plugs into the battery box and a 10m extension cable plugs from the power out socket of the battery box into the inverter. Your appliances can be plugged into the socket on the inverter or use a multi socket extension cable (not included) for additional power points.

Solar panel >> Battery Box >> Inverter >> Appliances

Can the solar panel kit power station be moved?

This solar system is totally portable and can be repositioned to keep track of the sun for maximum absorbtion. The rack can be folded flat and easily carried/moved to diferent locations or for storage.

How long will the solar panel kit power station last?

The solar panel kit should last for 35 years. The battery and inverter should last 5 years and can be easily replaced at minimal cost. The warranty on individual parts is as follows:
Solar panel: 20 years
Solar battery: 3 years
Inverter: 2 years
All other parts: lifetime guarantee

What is the payback time on the solar panel kit power station?

The payback can be immediate if the kit is used as an alternative to installing mains cable, the costs saved from avoiding expensive wiring can be huge. If the solar panel kit is being used alongside mains power the payback will be longer and would have to be calculated with current energy tariffs.

What is the environmental benefit of using solar panel kit power station?

The eco benefits of solar panel kits are massive. The 150w power station will save nearly 2 tons of carbon emissions over a lifetime. The addition of each expansion panel increases the savings even more.

What are the benefits of a solar panel kit power station?

No installation cost
Limited running cost and almost no maintenance
Totally safe
No noise or vibration
Planning permission not needed
Fully portable

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