Energy Matters 80Watt 12Volt Deluxe Solar Power Kit

 

This kit will enable user to power some lighting, and other small DC devices (ie. stereo etc.).

 

Kit comprises following components

 

• 1 x Sharp 80Watt Solar panel
  
• 1 x Morningstar Prostar 15Amp 12Volt Regulator with LVD and Meter
• 1 x Energy Matters Wiring Kit for one 12V Solar Panel with Junction Box

Warranty

 

• Sharp Solar Panel Warranty 25 years on Power Output
• Morningstar 5 year warranty period

Sharp 80 Watt 12 Volt Multi crystal Silicon Solar Module

 

Sharp's NE-80EJE photovoltaic modules offer industry-leading performance, durability, and reliability for a variety of electrical power requirements. Using breakthrough technology perfected by Sharp's nearly 45 years of research and development, these modules use a textured cell surface to reduce reflection of sunlight, and BSF (Black Surface Field) structure to improve conversion efficiency. An anti-reflective coating provides a uniform blue color and increases the absorption of light in all weather conditions. Common applications include RVs, cabins, solar power stations, pumps, beacons, and lighting equipment. Designed to withstand rigorous weather conditions, a junction box is also provided for easy electrical connections in the field, making Sharp's NE 80EJE modules the perfect combination of advanced technology and reliability.

 

Sharp Solar Panel Design Features

 

• High-power module 80W using 125mm square multi-crystal silicon solar cells with 12.60% module conversion efficiency
• Bypass diode minimizes the power drop caused by shade
• Improved cell conversion efficiency: 14.11%
• Water white, tempered glass, EVA laminate, plus aluminum frame for extended outdoor use
• Junction box for easy electrical connections in the field
• Nominal 12VDC output for battery charging applications

Technical Specifications

 

Electrical Characteristics
Cells	Multi-crystal silicon
No. of Cells & Connections	36 cells in series
Open Circuit Voltage - Voc	21.3 V
Maximum Power Voltage - Vpm	17.1 V
Short Circuit Current - Isc	5.3 A
Maximum Power Current - Ipm	4.67 A
Maximum Power	80 W
Minimum Power	72 W
Encapsulated Cell Efficiency	14.11 %
Module Efficiency	12.60 %
PTC Rating	70.24
Maximum System Voltage	600V DC
Series Fuse Rating	10 A
Type of Output Terminal	Junction box
Mechanical Characteristics
Dimensions	1200L x 537W x 46D mm
Weight	9.5 kg

"PTC" Pacific Test Conditions: 20°C,1 kw/m², AM 1.5, 1 m/s wind speed
"STC" Standard Test Conditions: 25°C, 1 kw/m², AM 1.5

Morningstar Prostar 15 "12V or 24V" with LVD and Meter

 

Morningstar's ProStar is the world's leading mid-range solar controller for both professional and consumer applications. This second generation ProStar:

 

• Adds new features and protections using highly advanced technology
• Provides longer battery life and improved system performance
• Sets new standards for reliability and self-diagostics

Standard Features

 

• Estimated 15 year life
• PWM series battery charging (not shunt)
• 3-position battery select: gel, sealed or flooded
• Very accurate control and measurement
• Jumper to eliminate telecom noise
• Parallel for up to 300 amps
• Temperature compensation
• Tropicalization: conformal coating, stainless steel fasteners & anodized aluminum heat sink
• No switching or measurement in the grounded leg
• 100% solid state
• Very low voltage drops
• Current compensated low voltage disconnect (LVD)
• LED’s indicate battery status and faults
• Capable of 25% overloads
• Remote battery voltage sense terminals

Electronic Protections

 

• Short-circuit — solar and load
• Overload — solar and load
• Reverse polarity
• Reverse current at night
• High voltage disconnect
• High temperature disconnect
• Lightning and transient surge protection
• Loads protected from voltage spikes
• Automatic recovery with all protections

Technical Specifications

 

Electrical Characteristics
Rated solar current		15 A
Rated load current		15 A
System voltage		12 V		24 V
Temp compensation		-30 mV		-60 mV
Accuracy		40 mV		60 mV
Min voltage to operate		8 V		8 V
Self consumption		22 mA		25 mA
LVD current co efficiency		-20 mV		-40 mV
Charge algorithm		PWM , constant voltage
Operating temperature		-40 ºC to +60 ºC
Digital display	Operating temperature	-30 ºC to +85 ºC
	Voltage accuracy	0.5 %
	Current accuracy	2.0 %
	Self consumption	1 mA
Battery Voltage Setpoints
		Gel	Sealed	Flooded
Regulation voltage		14.0 V	14.15 V	14.4 V
Float		13.7 V	13.7 V	13.7 V
Equalization		an/a	14.35 V	14.9 V
Load disconnect		11.4 V	11.4 V	11.4 V
Load disconnect		12.6 V	12.6 V	12.6 V
Mechanical Characteristics
Weight		0.34 kg
Wire size		16 mm² or #6 AWG

Wiring Kit for one 12V Solar Panel with Junction Box

 

Enables easy installation of a 12Volt solar panel with junction box.

Wiring kit comes complete with all necessary components, instruction manual and schematic wiring diagram to connect solar panel to solar regulator / controller and battery.

 

Kit comprises following components

 

• Spade lugs
• Crimp lugs
• Inline fuses
• Cable gland
• 5m of 6mm Twin Sheath Cable
• Crimping tool
• Instruction manual enabling easy assembly
• Schematic wiring diagram enabling easy assembly

Please specify following when ordering the Energy Matters Wiring Kit:

 

• Size of solar panel (ie. wattage) to be used with this wiring kit.
• Any additional cable required (5m included with kit and additional cable is charged at AU$5.00 inc GST per meter).
  Note: Solar panel, regulator and battery are not included.

Downloads and Manuals

 

• Sharp 80Watt Solar Panel
  
• Morningstar Prostar 15Amp 12Volt Regulator with LVD and Meter