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christopher

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new to solar
« on: February 18, 2012, 08:54:09 AM »
hi thinking I may try getting into a small solar setup 12v bank will these higher voltage panels be OK with mppt or should I look for lower voltage panel.
Model   SV-T-205 HV
Power (W)   205 Watts
Open Circuit Voltage (V)   33.10 Voc
Short Circuit Current (A)   8.35 Isc
Maximum Power Voltage (V)   27.90 Vmp
Maximum Power Current (A)   7.36 Imp
Quality Grade    Cosmetic Click here to learn more...
Voltage Type    High Voltage
Cell Type    Poly-Crystalline
Frame Type:   Silver
Junction Box:   Yes
Weight   39.00 lb ( 17.69 ) Kg
Certifications   CE, CETLUS, UL
Warranty   30 Years


At $1 watt its getting closer to fiting into my budget
     Thanks  Chris

ghurd

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Re: new to solar
« Reply #1 on: February 19, 2012, 11:34:48 PM »
Sounds like a old-style self-regulating 24V panel.
60 cells per panel? They are kind of lost in the wash at this point in time.

With a 12V system, need to compare the cost and life of the PVs, and the MPPT controller.
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christopher

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Re: new to solar
« Reply #2 on: February 20, 2012, 05:18:31 AM »
Thanks Ghurd.