solar panels

Adam

I used this mob from Sydney, and go tthe 120 watt version

Solar panel link

So far so good.

I too am new to solar panels, but in full sunlight they are simply brilliant.
Apparently it's all go to do with the regulator, on the rear of the panel, and the charge of the battery, ie.... if the battery calls for more current the panel regulator will supply, if it can.
And that is the end of my experteese, and of course monocrystaline, so they may keep charging on cloudy days.
Cheers
Bucky

Had a peek at the E-bay units mentioned - price is good - cells are half-size not full size , no mention of a stand or carry / storage bag ..

Warranty is just about standard ..

Even I can't beat the price BUT you do get full-size cells , MPPT reg , stand and carry bag for the price ..

Cheers

Steve

Alan,

Check out the 140 watt panel on this website : -> 140w solar panel

Note; I’ve no affiliation or connection with the vendor

Then you will need a decent solar regulator, it WILL be placed near the battery (not the panel)

Remember, if you buy the cheapest available product, you will have something that’s not the exact same specifications as the more expensive products available, and you will need to buy two (2) of them for decent performance in inclement weather conditions.

My advice is to buy something decent to start with and have no regrets later on out in the bush.

Ask any guy that says his solar system is not as good as he was led to believe and I guarantee it’s a copy of a ‘branded’ panel that is not as efficient as the original.

If it only gives 70% performance, not 100% then there’s a problem you don’t need!

Maîneÿ . . .

I looked at Jessica Watsons yacht she sailed round the world, there appears to be 2 x Pollycrystaline solar panels, on the back

Maîneÿ . . .