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Where to buy panels?
Johann:
--- Quote from: TDC on March 06, 2016, 11:11:53 AM ---I just got a deal on 15 used 70ah UPS batteries and need a panel or two to get started with solar. Shipping panels is expensive so I would like to pick up myself. I could really use some advice on were to buy. In the southern to central Minnesota area, where would be a good place to buy just 1 or 2 panels?
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You need way more than a couple of panels to charge those batteries if you use the batteries.
Johann:
--- Quote from: PNW_Steve on March 06, 2016, 10:48:38 PM ---Hey TDC,
Another option may be:
http://www.amazon.com/Renogy-Watts-Volts-Monocrystalline-Solar/dp/B009Z6CW7O/ref=sr_1_1?rps=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1457322164&sr=8-1&keywords=renogy&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011
I do not have first had experience with this product but it does have 481 reviews on amazon, 5 star rating and free shipping (if you are an Amazon Prime member).
IMHO: Mary is more knowledgeable on this subject so I would try her recommendation first and if you don't find what you are looking for then perhaps the Renogy stuff may be an option.
I have been looking at their panels to put on my 5er this year but have not gotten to that project yet.
Good Luck!!
S.
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I bought five 100 watt panels so far.
Installed three of them and have two more in storage with more to come.
I bought four from e-bay (seller is renogy)and one from the renogy website.
Next I will try the HQ 100 watt panel that is a renogy panel ,but $20 cheaper.
The first 3 panels I bought are 2 years old. Two weeks ago I tested them and they still put out the same as when they where new. I like the smaller size since I can handle the panels by myself.
richhagen:
Sun electric in Miami has done me good on larger purchases. WWW.Sunelec.com Don't expect too much from the phone people though. John Kimball the owner is a good guy though and the rock bottom prices make up for any deficiencies in service in my opinion. I have them shipped freight to a warehouse near me and I pick them up from there. Rich
Bossrox:
I've bought all 96 of my panels used off craigslist or facebook marketplace, haven't gone wrong yet & way cheaper than new.
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